P&M GT450

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GT450
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Quik GT450
Role Ultralight trike
National originUnited Kingdom
Manufacturer P&M Aviation
Introduction2006
StatusIn production
Developed from Pegasus Quik

The P&M GT450 is a British two-seat flexwing ultralight trike built by P&M Aviation of Manton, Marlborough, Wiltshire. [1] [2]

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Development

The GT450 is derived from the Pegasus Quik, a design produced by Pegasus Aviation, prior to its merger with Mainair Sports in 2003. [1] [2] [3]

The GT450 is named for its maximum takeoff weight of 450 kg (992 lb). The aircraft is equipped with a flexible wing with Trilam leading edge and a Kevlar trailing edge. The wing can be trimmed from 55 to 82 mph (89 to 132 km/h). The aircraft is equipped with a 80 hp (60 kW) Rotax 912UL or optionally a 100 hp (75 kW) Rotax 912ULS, both with electric starters, and a 65 L (14 imp gal; 17 US gal) polyethylene fuel tank mounted under the seat. Dual hydraulic rear-wheel disc brakes with a parking brake feature are standard. The cockpit fairing is made of fibreglass. [1] [2]

Specifications (GT450)

Data from Company website [1]

General characteristics

Performance


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References

  1. 1 2 3 4 P&M Aviation (n.d.). "The Quik GT450" . Retrieved 14 October 2009.
  2. 1 2 3 Bayerl, Robby; Martin Berkemeier; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2011-12, page 217. WDLA UK, Lancaster UK, 2011. ISSN 1368-485X
  3. P&M Aviation (n.d.). "P&M Aviation". Archived from the original on 9 November 2009. Retrieved 14 October 2009.