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Scaled Coposites 158-8 C/N 001

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The Scaled Coposites 158-8, also known as the Pond Racer, is a tri-boom twin-engine composite aircraft designed by Burt Rutan. Sometimes simpler is much better.

General Characteristics

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  • Wingspan 62.5ft (19.0m)
  • Length 37.2ft (11.3m)
  • Height 12.0ft (3.7m)
  • Empty Weight 4,596lbs (2,085kg)
  • Loaded Weight 10,206lbs (4,629kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.391
  • Wing Loading 19.7lbs/ft2 (96.2kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 518.3ft2 (48.1m2)
  • Drag Points 2792

Parts

  • Number of Parts 44
  • Control Surfaces 7
  • Performance Cost 330