Sikorsky
XVI 39" N109
Skill Level: Intermediate
More than 82 parts
SPECIFICATIONS
Scale:
~1/8
Prop:
11x7
Channels:
R/E/T
Wheels: Balsa Ply w Neo Tires
Airfoil Type: flat bottomed
Wing
Area: 537 sq in
Cowl:
built up balsa and plywood
Designer:
Ian
Easton
Weight:
~20 oz
Spinner:
N/A
Power
System: Speed 400 with a GWS D gearbox
This kit does not include Instruction Manual
FEATURES
- Stand off scale
- Lightweight design
- CAD Plotted plans
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE
The S- XVI was a two-seat biplane designed in 1914 by Igor Sikorsky, intended as escort fighter for the Russian Ilya Mourometz bombers. Powered by the Gnome 80 Hp rotary, performance was 75mph (120 kph) with a ceiling of 11500 ft( 3500 m).