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The Escapade from Reality Aircraft was originally developed to meet the demand for a two place dual control "Microlight category" three axis aircraft. This development has now moved on to include a VLA version using common components and an increased MTOW of 499kg.

image: G-ESCA

image: G-ESCA

The key aims with the design where to make it as versatile as possible with appeal to all types of flyer and levels of experience (both building and flying) .

The aircraft :

  • Is a microlight 450kg MUW
  • Useful load of 195kg
  • Fuel capacity 70 litres
  • Engines from Rotax 503 through 912 or Jabiru 2200
  • Folding wings giving width of 7ft 11 ½"
  • Two place side by side seating (44" cabin width)
  • Dual controls (individual sticks)
  • Can be either a tailwheel or tri gear configuration (swaps from one to other in about 1 hour)
  • Individual adjustable seats (tested to 120kg) giving plenty of leg and head room.
  • Short field takeoff and landing (approx 100 metres @ 450kg)
  • Good climb 1500 fpm (solo)
  • Outstanding visibility (as per its cousin Easy Raider)
  • Realistic affordable price.
  • To increase performance/decrease drag streamline tubing has been used extensively
  • A real fun airplane with the range and speed (912/Jabiru) of a tourer
  • Fully tested to BCAR Section S. Over 150 hours flying completed between the two prototypes
  • VLA Version 499kg MUW
  • VLA Useful load 245Kg


 
 

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