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SLIDE SHOW COMPONENT

  • SLIDE SHOW COMPONENT
    Photo by Julie Summers Walker.

Overview

  • The Rans S–20 Raven is a sleek, modern light sport aircraft designed for both recreational flying and training. It features a low-wing, all-metal construction that offers durability and excellent aerodynamic efficiency.

    Rans Aircraft S–20 Raven

Specifications

  • Powerplant

    Rotax 912 ULS

  • Propellers

  • Length

    21 ft

  • Height

    6 ft 2 in

  • Wingspan

    30 ft 3 in

  • Wing Area

    152.7 sq ft

  • Wing loading

    8.9 lb

  • Power loading

    13.2 lb

  • Cabin Width

    3 ft 11 in

  • Empty Weight

    732 lb

  • Maximum gross weight

    1,320 lb

  • Useful load

    588 lb

  • Payload with full fuel

  • Fuel capacity

    26 gal

  • Baggage capacity

    80 lbs / 21.2 cu ft

Performance

  • Takeoff distance ground roll

    300 ft

  • Takeoff distance over 50-ft obstacle

  • Rate of climb sea level

    900 fpm

  • Service ceiling

    14,500 ft

  • Landing distance over 50-ft obstacle

  • Landing distance ground roll

  • Cruise speed/endurance w/45-min rsv, std fuel (fuel consumption, ea engine) @ 75% power, best economy

    110 mph

  • Range

    572 mi

Limiting and Recommended Airspeeds

  • VX

  • VY

  • VNE

    113 KIAS

  • VS1

    33 KIAS

  • VSO

For more information, contact at or via https://www.rans.com/s-20-raven

All specifications are based on manufacturer's calculations. All performance figures are based on standard day, standard atmosphere, sea level, gross weight conditions unless otherwise noted.