The CDA7 Luminair
The Luminair is an electric aircraft incorporating a high efficiency solar array capable of meeting the aircraft's cruise power requirement, giving indefinite flight time. The Luminair fits in the SSDR (single seat deregulated) category, requiring minimal paperwork and ownership costs. The design focuses on high efficiency and low cost.
The Luminair's large wingspan and high efficiency design allows for good soaring abilities, in addition to its long range conventional cruising abilities. The aircraft is targeted at both microlight pilots and glider pilots looking for a viable, affordable electric aircraft.
Span: 12m
Wing area: 12 sqm
Cruise speed: 52 knots
Stall speed: 25 knots
Never exceed speed: 90 knots
Specifications:
Cruise power: 2.5kW
Maximum motor power: 12kW
Max endurance only
on battery power: 1 hour
Motor unit: 12Kw BLDC motor
Construction: Composites
Undercarriage: Fixed, taildragger
MTOW: 230kg
G limits: +4/-2 g
