The Celerity is a light multi-purpose aircraft, built by the American company Mirage Aircraft. Larry Burton (chief designer), Bruce Boylan, and Dave Melby were responsible for its development.
First Flight and Recognition
The prototype (N5104X) made its maiden flight on May 18, 1985. It was a two-seat, cantilever low-wing aircraft of mixed construction. It was powered by a four-cylinder Lycoming O-320-B1A piston engine, delivering 160 hp (119 kW).
At the Oshkosh exhibition, the Mirage Celerity received first prize for its manufacturing quality.
Production and Availability
The Celerity was produced as a kit for self-assembly. A total of four aircraft were sold. By September 2014, three of them remained airworthy.
Construction drawings were available in 2020 for $295 per set.
Technical Specifications
| Modification | Celerity |
| Wingspan, m | 7.26 |
| Aircraft length, m | 6.55 |
| Empty weight | 530 |
| Maximum takeoff weight | 828 |
| Engine type | 1 Piston engine Lycoming O-320-B1A |
| Thrust, kgf | 1 x 160 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 354 |
| Cruising speed, km/h | 270 |
| Practical range, km | 1609 |
| Maximum rate of climb, m/min | 549 |
| Crew, crew members | 2 |
Image gallery of the Celerity
