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    Default Average Cruise

    Just wondering - what is your average cruise speed?

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    Default Re: Average Cruise

    115 to 118 mph.


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    Default Re: Average Cruise

    Model IV high cruise - 105 mph - with a 912 UL (80 hp), Warp Drive ground adjustable prop.
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    Default Re: Average Cruise

    95-100 mph. Model I STOL wing
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    Default Re: Average Cruise

    Depends on what number you want. The lying POS airspeed indicator or GPS . No wind days IAS 95-100 at 5800 RPM. GPS average 80-85 over the ground. I plan most trips at 80 and come out pretty close.

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    85 mph @ 5800 rpm. 52 hp 503 Rotax Classic 4. Verified with GPS flying reverse course on dead calm day.
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    Default Re: Average Cruise

    Thanks for the great feedback!!

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    About 115, Model 5 Vixen 912uls, warp drive prop, 2000' msl, 5500 rpm.

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