American Autogyro Sparrowhawk 11

Designed by Jim Mayfield the Sparrowhawk has applications in law enforcement, aerial spraying as well as leisure.  Quick build kits are available to homebuilders. The Sparrowhawk APV (Airborne Patrol Vehicle) is fitted out for aerial patrol. The Sparrowhawk 111 is powered by a 165hp Subaru EJ25 and has a maximum take-off weight of 1500lb(679kg). American Autogyro is a subsidiary of Groen Brothers Aviation.

N8023Y              c/n 2003 003                       USA

 2 seat autogyro first flown in 2004

Engine: 148hp(110kW) Subaru EJ22                                                                                        Length: 12’0”(3.65m)                                                                                            Height: 9’9”(2.97m) Rotor diameter: 30’0”(9.14m)                                                                                          No.built:20+ Range: 281miles(452km)                                                                  Cruising speed: 80mph (128kmh) Empty weight: 850lb(386kg)                                                   Maximum take-off weight: 1350lb(613kg)

A Sparrowhawk 11 is shown below.

N36U                c/n SH2005 20K                          

N149SW           c/n SH2004 0010K                       

N5135N                c/n S020014                            

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