Aerobatic
Sukhoi Su-29
ICAO: SU29
Overview
The Grob G-115 is a lightweight training aircraft introduced in the 1980s. Designed for civilian and military flight schools, it emphasizes simple handling and low operating costs. The aircraft has seen broad international adoption.
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Specifications
Units
- Engine
- 1 × Lycoming O-360-A1B6 4-cylinder
- Engine type
- Piston
- Power
- 180 hp · 134 kW
- Avionics
- —
- Wing tips
- No winglets
- Seats
- 2
- Crew
- —
- Cabin width
- —
- Cabin height
- —
- Cabin length
- —
- Exterior length
- 24 ft 5 in · 7.44 m
- Tail height
- 9 ft 0 in · 2.75 m
- Fuselage diameter
- —
- Wing span
- 32 ft 10 in · 10.00 m
- Baggage volume
- —
- Gross weight
- —
- Empty weight
- —
- Max takeoff weight
- 2,050 lb · 900 kg
- Max landing weight
- —
- Max payload
- 300 lb · 150 kg
- Fuel capacity
- Max cruise speed
- 135 kt · 155 mph · 250 km/h
- Maximum speed
- —
- Cruise speed
- —
- Approach speed
- —
- Range
- 520 nm · 600 mi · 960 km
- Fuel burn
- 18.91 nm/gal · 9.25 km/L
- Ceiling
- 20,000 ft · 6,100 m
- Rate of climb
- 1,500 ft/min · 8 m/s
- Takeoff distance
- 1,510 ft · 460 m
- Landing distance
- 1,250 ft · 380 m
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Operational Context
Grob G-115 — primary trainer aircraft
The G-115 first flew in 1985 and entered service shortly afterward. It features composite construction and a low-wing layout. The aircraft was designed to provide predictable handling for student pilots.
A single piston engine producing approximately 160 horsepower powers the aircraft. Cruise speed approaches 120 knots (222 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 2,200 pounds (998 kg).
The G-115 has been used extensively in flight training programs, including military cadet instruction. Its durability and efficiency have supported long-term service. The aircraft remains active in training fleets.
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