What do you guys think of using R/C engines in experimental aircraft?
I was looking at the Desert Aircraft DA-200 engine. It outputs 19hp, weighs 19.5 lbs, and consumes 2.1 gallons per hour. It operates between 900 and 6000 rpm (a little on the high side). A similar Briggs and Straton enigne costs about 80 lbs for the same power output, but runs at a lower RPM.
I was looking at the Desert Aircraft DA-200 engine. It outputs 19hp, weighs 19.5 lbs, and consumes 2.1 gallons per hour. It operates between 900 and 6000 rpm (a little on the high side). A similar Briggs and Straton enigne costs about 80 lbs for the same power output, but runs at a lower RPM.
