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American Aerolights Double Eagle

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American Aerolights Double Eagle

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The American Aerolights Double Eagle ultralight, first flying in 1982, pioneered lightweight recreational aviation design patterns in North America. Powered by a single engine and spanning 10.7 meters, this 4.6-meter-long aircraft established design concepts and manufacturing practices that influenced contemporary ultralight development and FAA categorization standards. Its success demonstrated market demand for accessible, affordable powered flight.

Caractéristiques

Rôle
Ultralight aircraft
Origine
United States of America
Moteurs
1
Premier vol
1982
Longueur
4,6 m
Envergure
10,7 m