Thread: Getting 45 MPG at 207 MPH .... can you pulse and glide an airplane?
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Old 02-28-2010, 09:12 PM   #28 (permalink)
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another efficient homebuilt plane
Dragonfly FAQ - Dave Morris
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Fuel Capacity: 15 gallons
Fuel Consumption: 3.4gph at 165 mph TAS
Range: 500 miles with 30min reserve at 165 mph or 840 miles with 30min reserve at 130 mph
That's 48 mpg at cruise! Sweet
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