Adams CA-2
Origin and Development
The CA-2 is a light multi-purpose aircraft, developed by the American engineer Frank Griffith. The prototype’s first flight occurred in 1992.
Initially, Corning Aircraft handled the production of the machine. In 1999, the rights were transferred to Hummel Aviation. Currently, the license for the production of the CA-2 model belongs to Adams Aeronautics Company.
Technical Specifications
The Adams CA-2 aircraft is a single-seat, braced low-wing monoplane featuring an open cockpit and a monocoque fuselage. It is equipped with a single-cylinder two-stroke Rotax 227 engine, delivering 28 hp (21 kW) with a two-bladed propeller.
Alternative powerplants can include Rotax 447 (40 hp), Rotax 377 (35 hp), 1/2 VW (30 hp), or Hirth F-33 (22 hp) engines.
Acquisition and Cost
The Adams CA-2 is offered to buyers as a complete set of drawings for self-assembly.
The cost for the set of drawings at the end of 2021 was 150 US dollars. According to Adams Aeronautics Company’s estimation, the total cost of building the aircraft should not exceed 5000-6000 US dollars (including the engine cost).
Technical Specifications
| Modification | CA-2 |
| Wingspan, m | 7. 93 |
| Aircraft length, m | 5.03 |
| Wing area, m2 | 10.90 |
| Empty weight | 113 |
| Maximum takeoff weight | 253 |
| Engine type | 1 Piston engine Rotax 227 |
| Power, hp | 1 x 28 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 102 |
| Cruising speed, km/h | 81 |
| Practical range, km | 203 |
| Maximum rate of climb, m/min | 183 |
| Practical ceiling, m | 3050 |
| Crew, crew members | 1 |
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