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Airtourer
- Seats
- 2 2
- Power
- 115 hp86 kW
- Cruise
- 108 kt200 km/h
About the Airtourer
The Aesl Airtourer is an all-metal, low-wing monoplane touring and training aircraft featuring a fixed tricycle landing gear and a single engine. Originating from a winning competition design submitted in Britain, it was initially developed by enthusiasts and manufacturers in Australia before production rights were later acquired by a firm in New Zealand.
The aircraft is configured with interconnected ailerons and flaps, a steerable nosewheel, and space for luggage. Initial production was undertaken by a company best known for lawn mowers until operations were suspended due to a lack of government protection or subsidies. Manufacturing subsequently continued overseas, and an airframe of this type was notably used for a record-breaking global circumnavigation flight.
Airtourer running costs
$177 an hour| Low | Typical | High | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $3,926 | $5,084 | $5,914 |
| Oil | $92 | $115 | $149 |
| Engine overhaul reserve | $2,167 | $2,667 | $4,833 |
| Annual inspection and maintenance | $2,500 | $3,500 | $4,500 |
| Hangar | $3,000 | $6,300 | $9,600 |
| Total | $11,685 | $17,666 | $24,996 |
| Per hour | $117 | $177 | $250 |
Engine
- Model
- Lycoming O-235-C1B
- Power
- 115 hp
- Overhaul
- 2,400 h / 12 yr
- Fuel burn
- 5.2 – 6.6 gal/h
- Fuel price
- $8.20 /US gal
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