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Titan has a long history with building a variety of aircraft to be flown under [[Ultralight aviation|ultralight]] regulations, now including the [[FAA]] [[Light-sport Aircraft]] category. Pilots choose whether they want to buy a kitset which is fully complete and ready to assemble or a basic kitset to which they add their own choices of propellers, engines, and instruments. Two versions are available: the homebuilt with retractable gear which must be flown by pilots with retractable gear experience and the amateur built fixed-landing-gear version which qualifies for the {{convert|1200|lb|abbr=on}} and under weight category in [[New Zealand]] and [[Australia]] and can be flown by a [[Light-sport Aircraft|sport pilot]] in the US.
Titan has a long history with building a variety of aircraft to be flown under [[Ultralight aviation|ultralight]] regulations, now including the [[FAA]] [[Light-sport Aircraft]] category. Pilots choose whether they want to buy a kitset which is fully complete and ready to assemble or a basic kitset to which they add their own choices of propellers, engines, and instruments. Two versions are available: the homebuilt with retractable gear which must be flown by pilots with retractable gear experience and the amateur built fixed-landing-gear version which qualifies for the {{convert|1200|lb|abbr=on}} and under weight category in [[New Zealand]] and [[Australia]] and can be flown by a [[Light-sport Aircraft|sport pilot]] in the US.


When scaled down the Titan T-51 is not wide enough to fit a standard aircraft engine, so the Titan T-51 incorporates light-sport and ultralight type aircraft engines. The most frequently applied powerplant is the [[Rotax 912|Rotax 912ULS/3]], which produces {{convert|100|hp|abbr=on}}, but the [[Rotax 914|Rotax 914 UL3]], which produces {{convert|115|hp|abbr=on}}, is also fitted by owners wanting even higher performance. Some builders also consider [[Wankel engine|Mazda Rotary]] engines due to their [[power-to-weight ratio]]s and their dependability. The current engine of choice for the T-51 is the [[Suzuki H engine]], specifically the [[Suzuki H engine#H27A|H27A 2.7L V6]], which generates {{convert|185|hp|abbr=on}}.
When scaled down the Titan T-51 is not wide enough to fit a standard aircraft engine, so the Titan T-51 incorporates light-sport and ultralight type aircraft engines. The most frequently applied powerplant is the [[Rotax 912|Rotax 912ULS/3]], which produces {{convert|100|hp|abbr=on}}, but the [[Rotax 914|Rotax 914 UL3]], which produces {{convert|115|hp|abbr=on}}, is also fitted by owners wanting even higher performance. Some builders also consider [[Wankel engine|Mazda Rotary]] engines due to their [[power-to-weight ratio]]s and their dependability. The current engine of choice for the T-51 is the [[Suzuki H engine]], specifically the [[Suzuki H engine#H27A|H27A 2.7L V6]], which generates {{convert|185|hp|abbr=on}}. There are now two basic versions available, a light sport version and a larger version which has the option of a Chevrolet LS V8 or a BMW 5.4L V12. Both engines are produce 300hp when installed. Cruise speed increases to 190 mph and gross weight is increased to a recommended 2200 lbs.


The construction-to-flying time for the Titan T-51 is about 1400–1600 hours, and jigs or complicated tools are not required.
The construction-to-flying time for the Titan T-51 is about 1400–1600 hours, and jigs or complicated tools are not required.

Revision as of 22:40, 5 February 2022

Titan T-51 Mustang
Role Kit aircraft
National origin United States
Manufacturer Titan Aircraft
Designer John Williams
Status In production
Number built 28 (Sept. 2012)
Titan T-51
Titan T-51
Titan T-51

The Titan T-51 Mustang is a three-quarter scale replica of the P-51 Mustang that was designed by Titan Aircraft owner John Williams. It is a two-seat homebuilt aircraft with dual controls and tandem seats, and has remarkable performance given the small size of the engine.[1][2]

T-51 kits are fabricated by Titan Aircraft Company at South Austinburg, Ohio in the United States and are being assembled and flown in several countries where they are popular with pilots and particularly with spectators at airshows. The aircraft has a wide range of handling abilities, from a stall speed of only 39 mph (63 km/h) to high performance up to 197 mph (317 km/h) and agility afforded by a +6g / -4g load limit capability.

Titan has a long history with building a variety of aircraft to be flown under ultralight regulations, now including the FAA Light-sport Aircraft category. Pilots choose whether they want to buy a kitset which is fully complete and ready to assemble or a basic kitset to which they add their own choices of propellers, engines, and instruments. Two versions are available: the homebuilt with retractable gear which must be flown by pilots with retractable gear experience and the amateur built fixed-landing-gear version which qualifies for the 1,200 lb (540 kg) and under weight category in New Zealand and Australia and can be flown by a sport pilot in the US.

When scaled down the Titan T-51 is not wide enough to fit a standard aircraft engine, so the Titan T-51 incorporates light-sport and ultralight type aircraft engines. The most frequently applied powerplant is the Rotax 912ULS/3, which produces 100 hp (75 kW), but the Rotax 914 UL3, which produces 115 hp (86 kW), is also fitted by owners wanting even higher performance. Some builders also consider Mazda Rotary engines due to their power-to-weight ratios and their dependability. The current engine of choice for the T-51 is the Suzuki H engine, specifically the H27A 2.7L V6, which generates 185 hp (138 kW). There are now two basic versions available, a light sport version and a larger version which has the option of a Chevrolet LS V8 or a BMW 5.4L V12. Both engines are produce 300hp when installed. Cruise speed increases to 190 mph and gross weight is increased to a recommended 2200 lbs.

The construction-to-flying time for the Titan T-51 is about 1400–1600 hours, and jigs or complicated tools are not required.

Specifications

Data from [citation needed]

General characteristics

  • Crew: 2
  • Length: 23 ft 6 in (7.16 m)
  • Wingspan: 24 ft 0 in (7.32 m)
  • Height: 9 ft 2 in (2.8 m)
  • Wing area: 118 sq ft (10.96 m2)
  • Empty weight: 850 lb (385 kg)
  • Gross weight: 1,450 lb (658 kg)
  • Powerplant: 1 × Rotax 912ULS 4 cyl, 4 stroke, 100 hp (75 kW)
  • Propellers: 4-bladed controllable propeller

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 197 mph (317 km/h, 171 kn)
  • Cruise speed: 150 mph (241 km/h, 130 kn)
  • Stall speed: 39 mph (63 km/h, 34 kn)
  • Never exceed speed: 197 mph (317 km/h, 171 kn)
  • Range: 720 mi (1,159 km, 630 nmi) with reserve
  • Service ceiling: 16,000–18,000 ft (4,877–5,486 m)
  • Rate of climb: 1,200 ft/min (6.1 m/s)
  • Takeoff run: 300 ft (91 m)
  • Landing roll: 300 ft (91 m)

See also

References

Citations

  1. ^ Vandermeullen, Richard: 2012 Kit Aircraft Buyer's Guide, Kitplanes, Volume 28, Number 12, December 2011, page 72. Belvoir Publications. ISSN 0891-1851
  2. ^ Bayerl, Robby; Martin Berkemeier; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2011-12, page 124. WDLA UK, Lancaster UK, 2011. ISSN 1368-485X

Bibliography

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