Information of the VM-1 Esqual
Aircraft Description
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The VM-1 Esqual is a two seat light plane manufactured in composite with high density PVC foam and Epoxy resins. Laminated in a mould and vacuum cured in an oven at constant controlled temperature and humidity. The fuselage is monocoque. The safety reinforced cockpit has twin axle composite beams all around its frame. The low cantilever wing has positive changing flaps (as high lift devices). The wing structure has a composite sandwich skin with a main double “T” composite spar and an accessory spar near the trailing edge. The cockpit seats are side by side. Roomy I.F.R. capability instrument panel. The luggage compartment (with 50lts capacity) is located behind the seats and can be accessed during flight. The rudder pedals are adjustable in flight. Electric operated flap and mechanical trim are standard, electric trim is an option. Independent ventilation openings are standard, a cabin heater is an option. An optional ballistic parachute can be mounted. The landing gear of the Esqual has a classic tricycle gear which is made of 7175 T6 aluminium grade. The main gear legs are suspended in the main carry through beam together with the reinforced wing spar zone. The nose gear leg is supported in the engine mount and equipped with a free swivel nose wheel. The main wheels are equipped with independent hydraulic brakes for steering. |
| Technical Data: |
| Wing span | 910 cm |
| Wing surface | 9,0 m² |
| Length | 608 cm |
| Height | 194 cm |
| Cockpit width | 110 cm |
| Empty weight | < 265 Kg |
| Maximum weight | 450 Kg |
| Fuel capacity | 2 x 50 lts |
| Fuel consumption @ 75% | 16 l/h - 18 l/h |
| Engines |
Jabiru 2200 cylinder (85 HP) Jabiru 3300 cylinder (120 HP) Rotax 912 ULS (100 HP) UL power (95 HP) |
| Performance: |
| Cruise speed @ 75% | 230 Km/h - 265 Km/h |
| VNE | 320 Km/h |
| Stall | 62 Km/h |
| Roll rate (45/45º) | 2 sec |
| Take off run 15 m obstacle clearance | 138 m |
| Landing distance 15 m obstacle clearance | 200 m |