The Thunderbird series of ultralights are used for
training, crop spraying and fun flying. The Mk.1 is powered by a 52hp
Rotax 503; the Mk.11 by a 64hp Rotax 582 and the Mk.1V by a 80hp Rotax
912.
Registration unknown
South Africa
2 seat ultralight first flown in 1985
Engine: 74hp(55kW) Rotax 618
Length: 18’1"(5.5m)
Height: 8’6"(2.6m)Wingspan: 33’6"(10.2m)
No.built: 25+ Range: 160miles(256km)
Cruising speed: 75mph(120kmh) Empty weight: 418lb(190kg)
Maximum take-off weight: 991lb(450kg)
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