No picture found

The Rans S-16 Shekari is an American single-engined two-seat low-wing aerobatic monoplane designed by Randy Schlitter built by Rans Inc and sold as a kit for amateur construction.

The Rans S-16 Shekari is an American single-engined, two-seat, low-wing, aerobatic monoplane designed by Randy Schlitter, built by Rans Inc and sold as a kit for amateur construction.1

Made by Rans Designs.

Empty Weight Lb
850
Stall Speed Mph
50
Designer
Randy Schlitter
Eng 1 Type
piston engine
Max Speed Mph
220
Range Nmi
850
Ceiling Ft
14000
Fuel Capacity
32
Cruise Speed Mph
160
Introduced
1998
Status
Production completed June 2006
Span In
Gross Weight Lb
13
Capacity
One passenger
Span Ft
24
Number Built
22
Crew
One
Unit Cost
25000.0
Kit price US$25
000
Climb Rate Ftmin
1200
Prop Blade Number
3
Eng 1 Number
1
Height In
5
Stall Speed Kts
flaps down
Never Exceed Speed Mph
248
Manufacturer
Rans Designs
Prop Name
composite
First Flight
1994
Eng 1 Name
Continental O-240
Wing Area Sqft
87
Height Ft
5
Origin
United States
National Origin
United States
Length Ft
18
Prime Units
imp
Eng 1 Hp
130
GLimits
+9--9
Length In
8
Category
Homebuilt aircraft
Rans aircraft
United States civil utility aircraft 1990-1999

5 tips to help with your fear of flying

This article provides individuals with tools to overcome or at least manage a fear of flying. Flying can be an enjoyable experience if anxiety is not an issue.