Posts Tagged ‘Cirrus SR20’

  • Cirrus Aircraft - The Need for Flying
    Cirrus Aircraft Corporation manufactures aircraft, was founded in 1984 to manufacture VK-30 kit aircraft. The company, latest, manufactures various versions of Cirrus SR20 and Circus SR22. Cirrus aircraft also plans to manufacture light sport aircraft and put under the category of Cirrus SR Sport. Cirrus SR is series of single reciprocating aircraft SR, all are electronically made no vacuum systems are used. The Cirrus SR22 is a class leader with high performing technology employed and also receives high rating for handling and advanced technology. Specification for Cirrus SR22 Base Engine : IO-550-N, Continental Horsepower : 310 Takeoff : 1028 ft Takeoff : over 50 ft object 1594 ft Climb rate : 1400 ft/min Stall speed with flaps : 60 KCAS Operating altitude : 17,500 ft Max cruise speed : 185 KTAS Landing ground roll : 1141 ft Landing  [...]
    Posted at November 17th, 2010 in Cirrus
  • Reviewing the Cirrus SR20
    The SR20 is a four seater monoplane designed by Cirrus. Operating on a piston-engine, the Cirrus SR20 is a unique model of the Cirrus line-up. Among many first’s this brand is especially marked for featuring - a first time in a commercial aviation vehicle - a safety parachute that makes allowances for recovery in case of unstable spins. Certification being completed by F.A.A in October 3rd of 1998, the SR20 has also created history by being a best-seller. Apparently, according to statistical reports, the sale figure has tipped a few hundreds and till 2006 the SR20 sold about 2000 monoplanes. It is an exceptionally successful achievement, remembering that the first SR20 was delivered, a little over a decade ago in 1999. On 1st June, 2004 the SR20 was awarded the EASA certification. Of course, this commercially viable  [...]
    Posted at October 27th, 2010 in Cirrus