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Hernandez Rapier 65

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Hernandez Rapier 65
Role Biplane
National origin United States of America
Designer Frank Hernandez
Introduction 1960
Number built 1

The Rapier 65 is a homebuilt biplane designed by Frank Hernandez.

Design

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The plane's fuselage is constructed of welded steel tubing with fabric covering. The wingspars are made of wood, with fabric covering. Ailerons are on the lower wings only.[1]

Specifications (Rapier 65)

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Data from Sport Aviation

General characteristics

  • Capacity: 1
  • Length: 17 ft 3 in (5.26 m)
  • Wingspan: 20 ft (6.1 m)
  • Height: 5 ft 4 in (1.63 m)
  • Wing area: 129 sq ft (12.0 m2)
  • Airfoil: RAF 32
  • Empty weight: 678 lb (308 kg)
  • Powerplant: 1 × Continental A-65-1 , 65 hp (48 kW)

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 96 kn (110 mph, 180 km/h)

References

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  1. ^ "The Rapier 65". Sport Aviation. December 1960.