Aircraft Overview
FLM 136 is a reliable, cost effective, group 3 threat emulator with an open architecture. It is available in a target or threat configuration, and has the option of pneumatic catapult, rocket assisted takeoff (RATO), or truck launch. The crew consists of the operator, safety pilot, and ground personnel.
Dedicated payload bays and a removable nose cone combine to provide a 40 lb payload capacity, making the aircraft flexible to perform various tasks.
The air frame is manufactured using lightweight carbon fiber and composite materials to achieve an optimal strength to weight ratio. The airframe and subcomponents have been tested successfully to withstand stress witnessed in normal flight conditions while retaining an ample safety margin. The main components of the airframe consist of the fuselage, wings, and nose cone.
Aircraft Specs
Parameter | Specification |
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Length | 9.8 ft |
Wingspan | 8.2 ft |
Engine | DA 215 carbureted |
Empty Weight | 78.5 lbs |
Fuel Capacity | 72.6 lbs (12.1 gal) |
Payload Capacity | 40 lbs |
Max Gross Takeoff Weight (MGTOW) | 180 lbs |
Construction | Carbon fiber |
Endurance | 6 hours |
Cruise Airspeed | 74 kts |
Max Airspeed | 105 kts |
Takeoff | Truck Launch, RATO, Pneumatic Catapult |
Landing | Belly |
Engine
The FLM136 uses a high performance carbureted, two-stroke internal combustion engine mounted at the rear of the fuselage in a pusher configuration. The engine assembly includes all electronics, RPM sensor, ignition module, vibration mount, and propeller. Fuel is held in an integral composite tank located within the fuselage. The tank is equipped with anti-slosh baffles and an internal fuel filter.
Engine Specs
Parameter | Specification |
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Engine | Carbureted two-stroke |
Weight | 10.9 lbs |
Displacement | 13.12 ci / 215 cc |
RPM Range | 2,500 - 6,700 RPM |
Fuel Type | 91-93 octane, C10 |
Oil | Red Line Two-Stroke Racing Oil |
Fuel Consumption | ~12 lbs/hr (2 gal/hr) |
Fuel Capacity | 72.6 lbs (12.1 gal) |
Propeller | 23x10 |