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Auster AircraftCertified · Fixed-wing · United Kingdom

5J1

Seats
3 3
Power
130 hp97 kW
Cruise
94 kt174 km/h
US register
2 aircraft2 aircraft
Auster Aircraft 5J1
Photo: cvtperson · CC BY-SA 2.0

About the 5J1

The Auster Aircraft 5J1 is a single-engine, fixed-wing light aircraft typically arranged with two seats, making it suitable for vintage aviation enthusiasts, recreational touring, and flight training. As a classic fabric-covered taildragger layout, it traces its lineage directly to military liaison and observation lineage.

The design originates from light cabin monoplanes developed in the United States, which were later licensed and produced in the United Kingdom. Throughout its history, various marks and civil conversions have emerged, including modifications featuring alternative powerplants and enlarged vertical tail surfaces.

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