Auster J/2 Arrow / J/4 Archer

The J/2 was designed as an economy light touring aircraft for private and club use. A fair number are still airworthy. The J/4 Archer (29 built) is a higher powered version with a 90hp(67kW) de Havilland. About 12 remain active. An Auster J/4 Archer is illustrated below.

G-AIJT                  c/n 2075            United Kingdom
2 seat light aircraft first flown in 1946

Engine: 75hp(56kW) Continental C75-12
Length: 22’9”(6.93m)                                                                                            Height: 6’6”(1.98m)
Wingspan: 36’0”(10.97m)                                                                                                 No.built: 41
Range: 320miles(515km)                                                                   Cruising speed: 87mph(140kmh) Empty weight: 872lb(395kg)                                                   Maximum take-off weight: 1450lb(658kg)

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