Aerochia LT-1

The LT-1 was co-developed by Andy Chiavetta, a composite parts specialist, and air racer, Darryl Greenamyer. The intent was to design a very simple homebuilt aircraft for first-time builders.^[1]

The LT-1 is a single seat, low-wing, composite aircraft with tricycle landing gear. The wing uses an elliptical planform.^[2]

The first flight was performed in May 2010 piloted by Len Fox.^[3]

Data from EAA

General characteristics

• Crew: 1
• Length: 15 ft 2 in (4.62 m)
• Wingspan: 21 ft (6.4 m)
• Wing area: 60 sq ft (5.6 m²)
• Gross weight: 800 lb (363 kg)
• Fuel capacity: 18 U.S. gallons (68 L; 15 imp gal)
• Powerplant: 1 × HKS 700e Horizontally opposed twin, 60 hp (45 kW)
• Propellers: 2-bladed Aerolux AL-A2L

Performance

• Maximum speed: 140 kn (160 mph, 260 km/h)