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AVA -101
Two-Seat Sailplane
In the pursuit of
satisfying the need for gliding activities AVA-101 training
sailplane was designed for clubs and soaring schools, featuring a
quiet and comfortable tandem cockpit and nice handling
qualities.
AVA-101 meets JAR-22 utility category certification
requirements. It is built fully composite with high safety
margins and is among the easiest two-seat sailplanes to
assemble. The spacious cockpit has adjustable front rudder
pedals to accommodate pilots of all sizes in comfort.
Its
Canopy with low cockpit walls and
dual instrument panels provides outstanding visibility for
each pilot and facilitates easy entry and exit. Instruments
are ergonomically arranged for easy viewing and draught
ventilation is provided for both pilots. Training for beginners,
cross country flight training, and competition flying are among
the outstanding capabilities of AVA-101.
Type Certificate and Production
Organization Approval received on May 1997 and December 1999
respectively.

Distinctive features
Complete
airframe in composite construction.
Outstanding
in-flight visibility for both pilots.
Ergonomic
and comfortable seating .
Complete
set of controls in each cockpit.
Easy
assembly with low bug and rain sensitivity.
Two-piece
side-opening canopy .
Effective
releasing altitude for winch-launching.
Easy
ground handling.
Easy
access to all parts requiring inspection .
Technical Specification
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Span |
17 m |
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Length |
8.35 m |
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Height |
1.7 m |
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Wing area |
18 m2 |
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Aspect ratio |
16 |
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Empty weight |
420 kg |
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Max. weight |
600 kg |
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Wing loading range |
23-33 kg/m2
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Load factors |
-2.6,+5.3 |
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Max. L/D at 100 km/h |
35 |
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Stalling speed |
70 km/h |
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Min. rate of sink |
0.7 m/s |
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Never exceed speed |
245 km/h |
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Max. winch launching speed
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135 km/h |
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Max. aero tow speed |
175 km/h |

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