This is only an example. The challenge is definitely POSSIBLE.
DO NOT CREATE SUCCESSOR OF THIS PLANE. USE THE ANNOUNCEMENT!!
https://www.simpleplanes.com/a/L7ExxF/1250-lbs-challenge
Specifications
General Characteristics
- Created On Windows
- Wingspan 19.2ft (5.8m)
- Length 20.5ft (6.2m)
- Height 10.8ft (3.3m)
- Empty Weight 1,036lbs (469kg)
- Loaded Weight 1,240lbs (562kg)
Performance
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.806
- Wing Loading 18.4lbs/ft2 (90.0kg/m2)
- Wing Area 67.3ft2 (6.3m2)
- Drag Points 716
Parts
- Number of Parts 19
- Control Surfaces 6
- Performance Cost 118
I think I can do it lightest... start to mumbilng