Autogyro Calidus
The AutoGyro Calidus is a German enclosed-cabin gyroplane designed for fast recreational touring. Its pusher propeller and free-spinning rotor provide a distinctive blend of aeroplane and rotorcraft characteristics. The sleek composite cabin makes it one of the more polished-looking modern gyroplanes.
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Did you know?
The AutoGyro Calidus is a gyroplane, not a helicopter — its rotor spins freely and a pusher propeller provides forward thrust.
Specifications
| Length | 4.9 m (16 ft) |
|---|---|
| Height | 2.7 m (9 ft) |
| Rotor diameter | 8.4 m (28 ft) |
| Maximum passengers | 1 |
| Persons on board | 2 |
| Crew | 1 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 0.6 t |
| Range | 450 NM (833 km) |
| Maximum speed | 125 kt (232 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 14,000 ft (4,267 m) |
| Rate of climb | 980 ft/min (5 m/s) |
| Fuel capacity | 40 l |
| Engines | 1x Rotax 914 |
Curated by CatchFlights from manufacturer documents, ICAO Doc 8643 and reference works; values are left out where no source could confirm them. Sources are listed on our credits page.
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