The S-19 structure is of “monocoque” (stressed skin) carrying
most of the strength through the aluminum skins. The skins are
sufficiently supported with internal structure like bulkheads and
stringers to maintain shape.
The airplane is built very sturdy and should provide a “lifetime”
service with adequate maintenance.
Blind rivets are an advanced form of construction popular among
many eases the building process significantly, allowing mostly single
person assembly. design itself is key into this aspect. The fit and
finish of the parts allowing reductions in build times are not only
due to the choices in rivets, but the design itself is key into this
aspect. The fit and finish of the parts allowing assure a high quality
structure. Virtually jigless assembly, and many parts to final hole
size accelerate and assure a high quality structure.
The S-19 may appear complicated, and high in part count, but we
assure you the well machined components will assemble quickly,
and with much lightness, due to the great care made in keeping
things light. It is the real thing when it comes to a sheet metal
plane, with little compromise to do it less than above standard. We
are excited about what the S-19 represents, it is a sheet metal
plane made with the famous RANS twist, a kit that you can build,
even if you never held a pop-riveter before!
most of the strength through the aluminum skins. The skins are
sufficiently supported with internal structure like bulkheads and
stringers to maintain shape.
The airplane is built very sturdy and should provide a “lifetime”
service with adequate maintenance.
Blind rivets are an advanced form of construction popular among
many eases the building process significantly, allowing mostly single
person assembly. design itself is key into this aspect. The fit and
finish of the parts allowing reductions in build times are not only
due to the choices in rivets, but the design itself is key into this
aspect. The fit and finish of the parts allowing assure a high quality
structure. Virtually jigless assembly, and many parts to final hole
size accelerate and assure a high quality structure.
The S-19 may appear complicated, and high in part count, but we
assure you the well machined components will assemble quickly,
and with much lightness, due to the great care made in keeping
things light. It is the real thing when it comes to a sheet metal
plane, with little compromise to do it less than above standard. We
are excited about what the S-19 represents, it is a sheet metal
plane made with the famous RANS twist, a kit that you can build,
even if you never held a pop-riveter before!
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The S-19 is a low-wing monoplane of traditional aluminum
construction, featuring a constant chord wing. This provides
significant advantages in airframe construction and a good
stall characteristic. The horizontal tail is a stabilator.
The S-19 is powered by a ROTAX 912 ULS engine producing
100 HP. The engine has proven itself reliable in years of
operation. Currently, other engine options are being tested,
including Jabiru and Lycoming. The aircraft seats two in side
by side in a 43.5” wide cockpit. Headroom is ample for even 6’
4” pilots, and even larger with slight modifications.
The visibility over the nose is excellent due to the relative
upright seat position. Baggage space is more than expected
(enough space to carry two folding bikes!) Baggage can be
carried in a 13 cubic foot compartment behind the seats with
a loading capacity of 70lb. This already large compartment
can be extended to the rear for approximate 9.5 cubic foot
additional baggage space with a loading capacity of 30 lbs.
construction, featuring a constant chord wing. This provides
significant advantages in airframe construction and a good
stall characteristic. The horizontal tail is a stabilator.
The S-19 is powered by a ROTAX 912 ULS engine producing
100 HP. The engine has proven itself reliable in years of
operation. Currently, other engine options are being tested,
including Jabiru and Lycoming. The aircraft seats two in side
by side in a 43.5” wide cockpit. Headroom is ample for even 6’
4” pilots, and even larger with slight modifications.
The visibility over the nose is excellent due to the relative
upright seat position. Baggage space is more than expected
(enough space to carry two folding bikes!) Baggage can be
carried in a 13 cubic foot compartment behind the seats with
a loading capacity of 70lb. This already large compartment
can be extended to the rear for approximate 9.5 cubic foot
additional baggage space with a loading capacity of 30 lbs.
| S-19 |
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