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Aerocomp Comp Air 4

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The Aerocomp Comp Air 4 (also known as the Comp Monster) is a light civil utility aircraft manufactured in kit form with a number of different options. Builders are able to choose between an airframe designed for engines in the 140-180 hp (104-134 kW) range, and a heavier one for 250 hp (187 kW) units. The latter airframe can be fitted with up to six seats, while the standard airframe seats four. The Comp Air 4 may be built with tailwheel, tricycle, float, or amphibious float undercarriage.

Specifications (typical Comp Air 4 with wheels)

General characteristics

  • Crew: one pilot
  • Capacity: three passengers
  • Length: 24 ft 0 in (7.32 m)
  • Wingspan: 37 ft 7 in (11.46 m)
  • Height: 8 ft 0 in (2.44 m)
  • Wing area: 212 ft² (19.7 m²)
  • Empty: 1,390 lb (632 kg)
  • Loaded: lb ( kg)
  • Maximum takeoff: 2,800 lb (1,273 kg)
  • Powerplant: 1x Lycoming O-360-A1A, 180 hp (134 kW)

Performance

  • Maximum speed: 134 mph (214 km/h)
  • Range: miles ( km)
  • Service ceiling: ft ( m)
  • Rate of climb: 1,450 ft/min (442 m/min)
  • Wing loading: lb/ft² ( kg/m²)
  • Power/Mass: hp/lb ( kW/kg)

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Related development: Comp Air 3

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Designation sequence: Comp Air 3 - Comp Air 4 - Comp Air 6 - Comp Air 7 - Comp Air 8