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The ultralight version comes in at 250 lbs, while
the experimental model is 70 lbs heavier. The only other major difference
is the fuel capacity with the ultralight version having a 5 gallon tank
and the experimental version 10 gallons.
Both aircraft feature 4130 chrome-moly steel
airframes, all parts are powder coated white for corrosion protection, the
wing kit includes
prefabricated ribs, and the kits come complete with all hardware, seat
belts, shoulder harnesses, wheels, tires and 1.7 oz covering material.
Building time is reported at 250 hours.
While the aircraft might be new to the market the
people behind Rocky Mountain Wings, are not. Stace Schrader has been
involved with both the Kitfox and Avid factories, plus was part of the
very successful Skyraider team.
For more information on Rocky Mountain Wings, LLC
aircraft contact:
Rocky Mountain Wings, LLC
824 Chicago Street,
Nampa Idaho 83686
Phone/fax 208-466-6699
email: rmwwings@aol.com
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interviews with Rocky Mountain Wings on the Ridge Runner subscribe
to the Ultralight Flyer web video magazine. |