| Starlet | |
|---|---|
 Corby Starlet at Toowoomba Airshow, May 2007. | |
| General information | |
| Type | Homebuilt aircraft |
| Designer | John C. Corby |
| History | |
| Introduction date | 1973 |
The Corby CJ-1 Starlet is a single seat, amateur-built aeroplane designed in the 1960s by Australian aeronautical engineer John Corby. [1] [2]
The CJ-1 Starlet's structure is primarily wood and finished with fabric. A variety of engine types have been used, including 50 to 80 hp (37 to 60 kW) Volkswagen air-cooled engines, the 80 hp (60 kW) Rotax 912UL and the 85 hp (63 kW) Jabiru 2200. [1] [2]
The aircraft is built from plans, although some parts are available as well. [2] Additionally Aircraft Spruce & Specialty offer materials kits for the design. [3]
General characteristics
Performance
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