Designed by Ernie Carlson as a simple, easy to build
ultralight, the Sparrow has become extremely popular among homebuilders,
especially in the United States. The Sparrow has an all-metal fuselage
and wing structure. Kits are still available from Carlson Aircraft of
East Palestine, Ohio.
Unregistered
USA
Single seat ultralight first flown in 1987
Engine: 28hp(21kW) Rotax 277
Length: 16’9"(5.1m)
Height: 6’9"(2.05m)Wingspan: 30’2"(9.18m)
No.built: 50+ Range: 150miles(240km)
Cruising speed: 58mph(93kmh) Empty weight: 254lb(115kg)
Maximum take-off weight: 504lb(228kg)
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