Harman Patil (Editor)

Hernandez Rapier 65

Updated on
Edit
Like
Comment
Share on FacebookTweet on TwitterShare on LinkedInShare on Reddit

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

Contents

Development

RRR

Design

The 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.

Specifications (Rapier 65)

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; 177 km/h (110 mph)

    • References

    Hernandez Rapier 65 Wikipedia
    (Text) CC BY-SA