Celerity

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