The biggest problem for the manufacturers has been in
finding a reliable, light weight power plant to power their gliders. This
year at Sun N Fun Sky Engines of Italy introduced the Sky 100.
The Sky 100 is a single cylinder 102 cc liquid cooled two stroke power
plant, with a centrifugal clutch and 4 to 1 gear reduction drive
that puts out an amazing 18 hp and yet weighs in at only 11 kg - 24.25 lbs
.
According to the manufacturer this allows a 3 blade 48 inch propeller
to be used, which makes for low noise and smooth engine operation. Thrust
tests have shown over 60 kg - 132 lbs of thrust.
Warranty for the engine is 1 year.
For more information contact:
AEROLIGHT INTERNATIONAL, LLC
15020 S.W. 145th Street
Miami, FL 33196 U.S.A.
Tel. (305) 256-5650
Fax (305) 232-5175
Email: info@aerolight.com
Sky Engines Srl
San Benedetto del Tronto (AP)
Italy 39.0735.735810
info@skyengines.com
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