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WA-40
- Seats
- 4 4
- Power
- 180 hp134 kW
- Cruise
- 121 kt225 km/h
- First flight
- 1959 1959
About the WA-40
The Wassmer WA-40 is a French fixed-wing light aeroplane designed for touring and private travel. It features a low-wing layout paired with retractable landing gear and provides seating for four or five occupants, making it ideal for private owners and flying clubs. Power is supplied by a single piston engine driving a constant-speed propeller.
Developed after the establishment of the manufacturer's design department, the prototype made its first flight in June 1959. Construction combined a welded steel tube fuselage with fabric covering alongside wooden wings. Later developments introduced swept tail surfaces, alternate engine options, and simplified fixed-gear variants for reduced operating costs. Production continued through the 1960s and into the following decade before manufacturing ceased.
This page covers the Wassmer WA-40 Super 4: the same aircraft under other designations.
WA-40 running costs
$206 an hour| Low | Typical | High | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $6,191 | $7,954 | $9,229 |
| Oil | $144 | $180 | $234 |
| 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 | $14,002 | $20,601 | $28,396 |
| Per hour | $140 | $206 | $284 |
Engine
- Model
- Lycoming O-360-A1A
- Power
- 180 hp
- Overhaul
- 2,000 h / 12 yr
- Fuel burn
- 8.2 – 10.3 gal/h
- Fuel price
- $8.20 /US gal
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