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CONSTRUCTION
The
Skyranger is manufactured by Aeros Ltd in the Ukraine by ex-Antonov
engineers to very high standards. The fuselage construction is patented
and features:
- No
welded tubes
- Only
straight tubes are used
- No
composites for structural components
- Main
structure is of aircraft grade 2017 aluminium tubing. Other parts
are made from stainless steel and plated mild steel
The
undercarriage is massively strong and features powerful disk brakes.
Designed for off the track operations it is the perfect aircraft
for Australian conditions and will be at ease in the bush. It's
not a surprise that the Skyranger has been used on long treks around
the world. A tail dragger layout is also an option. The structure
is covered with removable dacron or XCAM skins and available in
a large range of colours.
Advantages
of this type of construction include
- Ease
of build
- Ease
of inspection
- Ease
of repair
- Good
strength to weight ratio
- Low
cost of individual components.
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