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Major Industries L-64 Mouse

6,443 Flewey  2.8 years ago

Building the Plane:
I started building this plane a few weeks ago and finished the first draft it pretty quickly, although back then I didn't know it would be the first draft. I came back a couple days later and decided to add a few details. I had started flying with X-Plane again, and they had a new plane: the Stinson L-5. I drew a lot of inspiration from the L-5, and ultimately added fuel tanks on the wings. I also added a bit of my own ideas with an auxiliary tank on the belly of the aircraft. After sitting for a couple of minutes and testing out the plane I decided to add some more details. I added a cord going from the front of the plane to the vertical stabilizer. I also added a long thing on the port side of the plane. I dunno what it's for but I thought it looked neat. I finished the detailing off with giving it a new livery that differed slightly from my signature silver and yellow paint-job. Then I went on to add flaps. This is actually my first aircraft to include flaps. Thus I present to you the final version of the Major Industries L-64 Mouse.


About the Plane:
Like I said in the previous paragraph, this is my first plane with flaps (which is controlled by VTOL), so landing will be a bit easier. Top speed is around 185 knot, and stall speed is around 65 knot, but I'd start being cautious at 80. You need partial flaps for slow flight. I recommend keeping the throttle at 75% for cruise flight. The Mouse can be a really good STOL plane depending on the pilot and how well you know the plane. The speed actually makes it really good for exploring the island, and it's pretty easy to fly, so this may be a good plane for newbies.


Extras:
I'm planing on making a turboprop variant of the Mouse. If you would like to see that, just say "L-X" in the comments below. Anyway, see you around and happy building!

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General Characteristics

  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 41.6ft (12.7m)
  • Length 30.1ft (9.2m)
  • Height 14.0ft (4.3m)
  • Empty Weight 3,949lbs (1,791kg)
  • Loaded Weight 6,472lbs (2,936kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.154
  • Wing Loading 21.5lbs/ft2 (105.0kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 300.9ft2 (28.0m2)
  • Drag Points 4423

Parts

  • Number of Parts 61
  • Control Surfaces 7
  • Performance Cost 274
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    Besides landing, this plane is amazing! I love it. It's like an off-brand Skyhawk (in a good way)

    2.8 years ago
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    Looks like draco and scrappy had a super stol child
    Awesome

    +1 2.8 years ago
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    Awesome! I think this is really dope

    2.8 years ago