Aero-DesignsExperimental & kit · Fixed-wing · Switzerland
Pulsar III
- Seats
- 2 2
- Power
- 115 hp86 kW
- Cruise
- 156 kt290 km/h
- US register
- 1 aircraft1 aircraft
About the Pulsar III
The Aero-Designs Pulsar III is a fixed-wing, single-engine kitbuilt aircraft featuring a two-seat, side-by-side layout in a low-wing configuration. It suits amateur builders and recreational pilots seeking a sleek, swift, and docile machine tailored for personal travel.
Crafted primarily from prepreg fiberglass for enhanced structural strength, the design was originally engineered by Mark Brown and brought to production by Aero Designs. Over time, the lineage evolved through multiple enterprises including SkyStar, yielding iterations with expanded cockpits and alternative powerplants ranging from early two-stroke options to four-stroke units.
Engines fitted
1 aircraft| Engine | Power | Share of fleet | Aircraft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rotax 912 | 80 hp | 1 |
Pulsar III running costs
$150 an hour| Low | Typical | High | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $3,398 | $4,264 | $5,018 |
| Oil | $64 | $80 | $104 |
| Engine overhaul reserve | $800 | $867 | $1,167 |
| Annual inspection and maintenance | $2,500 | $3,500 | $4,500 |
| Hangar | $3,000 | $6,300 | $9,600 |
| Total | $9,762 | $15,011 | $20,389 |
| Per hour | $98 | $150 | $204 |
Engine
- Model
- Rotax 912UL
- Power
- 80 hp
- Overhaul
- 2,000 h / 15 yr
- Fuel burn
- 4.5 – 5.6 gal/h
- Fuel price
- $8.20 /US gal
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