Rud Aero RA-3

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RA-3
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Role Aerobatic trainer
National origin United States
Manufacturer Rud Aero
Introduction2013

The Rud Aero RA-3 is an American composite aerobatic training aircraft, produced by Rud Aero. [1]

Contents

Design and development

The RA-3 is a single engine two-seat, side-by-side configuration, low wing, tricycle gear composite construction aircraft. The aircraft is built using carbon fiber construction throughout. The aircraft has a cambered training wing that can be exchanged for a constant chord symmetrical wing for advanced aerobatic training. The aircraft is designed to operate as an FAR Part 21.24 aircraft, with future modifications to meet American LSA standards. [2] [3]


Variants

RA-3
Base model
RA-3L
LSA variant

Specifications (RA-3)

Data from EAA, Manufacturer

General characteristics

Performance

Avionics

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References

  1. "RUD RA-3". Archived from the original on 25 August 2013. Retrieved 23 August 2013.
  2. "Rud Aero Debuted Aerobatic trainer". Archived from the original on 1 February 2014. Retrieved 23 August 2013.
  3. AVweb Staff (2014-04-06). "At Rud Aero, New Designs In The Works". AVweb. Retrieved 2024-10-06.