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THATCHER CX5

Two LSA experimental aircraft, the CX4 Single-place and CX5 Two-place, have been designed and built by Mr. David Thatcher, Pensacola, FL. More than 550 copies of his first aircraft design (the CX4) have been purchased by builders all over the world since their release in 2004 As of December, 2014 47 aircraft have been completed and are flying. The CX5 plans were made available in March 2014. Global interest remains strong, and many CX5 plan sets have been purchased to date.

Both aircraft are constructed of 6061T6 aluminum, and utilize fiberglass for the cowl, wing & elevator tips and wheel pants. Both utilize VW variant engines adapted for aircraft use. Construction times vary with individual builders, but kits are becoming available for both planes that significantly shorten the build time required.

Plans for the CX5 include a full color assembly manual and are available.


Specifications:
Length: 20 ft 6 in
Wing Span: 28 ft
Width: 28 in
Height: 7 ft 2 in
Wing Area: 126 sq ft
Wing Loading: 10 lbs / sq ft
Empty Weight: 721 lbs
Gross Weight: 1320 lbs
Useful Load: 599 lbs
Fuel: 20.0 Gallons
Fuel Type: 92 Octane Auto
Engine: 2331 cc VW
Electrical System: Starter, Alternator
Brakes: Hydraulic Disc/Toe Brakes
Construction: Aluminum 6061-T6
Design Load: 3.8 G's
Notes: Side-opening canopy
Fuel tanks - 2 (10 gal in each wing)
Weight & balance data:
  • Solo (Front) with min fuel (2 gal) - Max 250 lbs
  • Dual with full fuel and 20 lbs baggage:
    • Min pilot (front) - 180 lbs
    • Max passenger - 240 lbs

Performance:
Cruise (at 3000 rpm): 130 mph
Stall (Vso): 42 mph
Rate of Climb (Vy): 1000 fpm @ 75 mph
Best Angle of Climb (Vx): 65 mph
Never Exceed Speed (Vne): 155 mph
Take-Off Roll: 700 ft
Best Decent Speed: 65 mph
Max. ceiling: 10,000 ft

Mr. David Thatcher
Thatcher Aircraft, Inc.
1020 E. Jordan Street, Unit A
Pensacola, Florida 32503 USA
(850) 712-4539
thatchercx4@cox.netwww.thatchercx4.com