Juvenelle Rosario Skua
The Juvenelle Rosario Skua is a Brazilian mid-wing, T-tailed, single-seat motor glider that was designed and produced by Juvenelle Rosario of Florianópolis. When it was available it was supplied as a complete aircraft.[1]
| Skua | |
|---|---|
| Role | Motor glider |
| National origin | Brazil |
| Manufacturer | Juvenelle Rosario |
| Status | Production completed |
| Number built | at least three |
Design and development
Named for the seabird of the same name, the aircraft is built predominantly from carbon fibre and intended to qualify as a European microlight.[1]
The aircraft is a conventional self-launching sailplane, with a retractable engine. The 12.6 m (41.3 ft) span wing mounts dive brakes and holds water ballast. The wings can be folded for storage or ground transportation. The aircraft reportedly has a very low empty weight of 70 kg (154 lb).[1]
In 2003 production was reported at one per month. At that time two customer aircraft had been completed and three were on order at a price of US$15,000 each.[1]
Specifications (Skua)
Data from World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04[1]
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Wingspan: 12.6 m (41 ft 4 in)
- Wing area: 12.2 m2 (131 sq ft)
- Empty weight: 70 kg (154 lb)
Performance
- Stall speed: 32 km/h (20 mph, 17 kn)
- Never exceed speed: 130 km/h (81 mph, 70 kn)
- Maximum glide ratio: 27:1
- Rate of sink: 0.7 m/s (140 ft/min)
References
- Bertrand, Noel; Rene Coulon; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2003-04, page 57. Pagefast Ltd, Lancaster OK, 2003. ISSN 1368-485X