My entry for the Modern category.
You there! Yes, you! Do you need a light, inexpensive aircraft that can be used for sport and utility purposes? Yes? Then the J.A.C. Kitplane No.1 Farmer’s friend is for you! J.A.C.’s first foray into the world of kitplane manufacturing, this charming little biplane has it all. Light and sporty, but with the option to be converted into an ag aircraft if necessary, this little plane is perfect for the rural lifestyle. It is inexpensive too, at only 1,500 dollars minus engine and instuments. This example here has been fitted with an (upgraded) engine from a Basket Case! Top speed of 100-150 mph depending on your choice of engine. So go down to your local J.A.C. dealer and pick one up after January 1, 1948! Note: This aircraft has what I consider to be fairly realistic performance- at least the best I could manage in SimplePlanes. However, the drag model is broken on the upper right wing unfortunately. Thanks to @Hyattorama for XML help. As always, feedback is appreciated.
Specifications
Spotlights
- Hyattorama 5.3 years ago
General Characteristics
- Predecessor Game Key / Bi-Plane Challenge! (CLOSED)
- Successors 1 airplane(s) +28 bonus
- Created On iOS
- Wingspan 35.3ft (10.8m)
- Length 28.2ft (8.6m)
- Height 11.0ft (3.3m)
- Empty Weight 2,124lbs (963kg)
- Loaded Weight 2,124lbs (963kg)
Performance
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.141
- Wing Loading 7.1lbs/ft2 (34.5kg/m2)
- Wing Area 300.4ft2 (27.9m2)
- Drag Points 2170
Parts
- Number of Parts 248
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 961
Yw! Congrats! @CustomAircraftMods
DUDE! I JUST GOT SILVER! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!@JelloAircraftCorporation
Same man! @CustomAircraftMods
Okay, have a good 2019! @JelloAircraftCorporation
I’ll check it out! @CustomAircraftMods
Hmmmm.... If you need, Download my CAM model 2, and take the engine off of it. It’s very powerful, yet may be a little overwhelming @JelloAircraftCorporation
Lol yeah turboprops are a lot easier! Maybe I should make one... @CustomAircraftMods
Thanks man! @Hyattorama
Turned out fantastic!
I think you make my engines look like mere jokes. That’s why I stick to Turboprops. Very minimal details (2 exhausts, a prop, and an intake.) @JelloAircraftCorporation
Thanks!@JelloAircraftCorporation
@JelloAircraftCorporation Thanks!
Thanks man! I’m honestly not sure what those are supposed to represent on the engine despite the fact that I mad it. Perhaps the rockers (check out a Jenny). I didn’t really model prop wash. @jamesPLANESii
Nice! I think if I saw the cylinders doing that irl though I think I’d start panicking XD
Also prop wash isn’t powerful enough.
Overall a good plane though!
Merry Christmas to you too! @MlgNoob
Go right ahead! @CustomAircraftMods
Could say it’s as good a match as the PO 2 :D@F104Deathtrap
Can I make a heavier, more powerful version of this? Ill give you full credit if needed! @JelloAircraftCorporation
@JelloAircraftCorporation Thank you and Merry Christmas!
Thanks man! I’ll be sure to check out yours. @MlgNoob
@JelloAircraftCorporation I like your planes
Thanks man! @MlgNoob
Plane looks nice and i like interior
GOOD JOB! 👍🏻🔝👏😀
Thanks man! I’m not very experienced with making engines, but I’ll try harder in the future. @F104Deathtrap
The plane looks great, especially the wings! The nose and engine could've used a bit more love, but overall a good job.