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AutoGyro CALIDUS

AutoGyro CALIDUS
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AutoGyro CALIDUS

Product catalog summary
Overview
The document provides an in-depth look at the Calidus gyroplane by AutoGyro, focusing on its design, technical specifications, and customization options. Released in 2009, the Calidus is a closed cabin tandem two-seater known for its panoramic canopy and indoor comfort.
Specifications
The Calidus is available with several Rotax engine options (916 iS, 915 iS, 914 ULS, or 912 UL), achieving a maximum speed of 225 km/h and a flight duration of up to 4.5 hours with a long-range tank. It is designed for fuel efficiency and stability, even in turbulent conditions.
Comfort and Customization
The gyroplane includes comfort features such as a cabin heater, heated seats, and adjustable seating. The cockpit can be customized with various panels, including Garmin technology, and the exterior is available in multiple colors.
Safety Features
Safety is prioritized with features like ADS-B compliance, Mode S transponder, and comprehensive strobe and navigation lighting. The aircraft also includes multiple warning sensors and a robust occupant safety cell.
Engine Performance
The Calidus offers four reliable engine options, equipped with noise-reducing and efficiency-enhancing features like dual ignition and fuel injection systems.
Accessories and Functionality
Various accessories and functional options are available, including adjustable propellers, different tire options, and additional equipment like iPad brackets and lockable fuel caps.
Versatility and Use Cases
The Calidus is versatile, suitable for law enforcement and tourism, and can be equipped with the GyroMotion package for hybrid road and air travel.
Maintenance and Support
AutoGyro provides long-term support with spare parts supply, continuous airworthiness monitoring, and maintenance training.
Certification and Compliance
The Calidus is fully certified and compliant with international safety standards, ensuring high performance and safety. It is certified in numerous countries and complies with various international aviation standards.
Environmental Impact
AutoGyro emphasizes low fuel consumption and emissions, contributing to a reduced carbon footprint. The aircraft features a computer-controlled automatic lean engine setting for optimal fuel efficiency and low noise emission, verified to be less than 63 dB.
Technical Specifications
The aircraft dimensions are 4.775 m x 1.73 m x 2.8 m, with a rotor length of up to 8.8 m. The empty weight is 290 kg, and the maximum take-off mass is 560 kg. It has a maximum endurance of up to 4.5 hours and a range of up to 560 km.
Company Overview
AutoGyro, based in Hildesheim, Germany, is a leader in gyroplane innovation and production. Since 2003, they have delivered over 3,000 aircraft globally, manufacturing over 90% of their parts in-house and maintaining a strong international presence with partners in over 40 countries.
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PASSIONATE LIFESTYLE

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OUTDOOR VIEW INDOOR COMFORT STYLISH, AND NIMBLE TO FLY CRUISE OR ADVENTURE? IT IS YOUR CHOICE FINGERTIP CONTROL ON YOUR JOURNEY BE SEEN BE SAFEGUARDED THE HEART OF A TRUE SPORT ENTHUSIAST TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS - INTERIOR TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS - EXTERIOR TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS - FUNCTION TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS - ACCESSORIES VERSATILITY LIFELONG PASSION AND CARE WORLDWIDE CERTIFIED GREEN CONCEPT TECHNICAL DATA AUTOGYRO AS A COMPANY

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OUTDOOR VIEW INDOOR COMFORT The panorama view Calidus is AutoGyro’s closed cabin tandem door lounge environment and an amazing two-seated gyroplane model. When it was near 360-degree view in the air. The pilot and released in 2009, it was the world’s first for- the passenger are able to enjoy their unique mally certified factory-built gyroplane of this flight experience together, unencumbered configuration. Calidus is loved not just for with outdoor clothing. fun, but also by flight schools, tourism, and law enforcement agencies. With the built-in cabin heater, heated seats, lumbar support and...

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STYLISH, AND NIMBLE TO FLY The Sport DNA Calidus is unique in its design and technical The nimble handling characteristics are per- configuration. Equipped with a Rotax 916 iS, fectly balanced with its extraordinary stability, 915 iS, 914 ULS or 912 UL engine, this lightweight especially when coping with turbulence. Pilots aircraft is a joy to fly. The maximum speed is adore the “Fighter Jet” feeling, with the slim cockpit, compact yet effective instrument pan- 4.5 hours with long range tank*. The fuel effi- ciency is excellent due to the carefully designed aerodynamics. The panorama canopy brings...

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CRUISE OR ADVENTURE? IT IS YOUR CHOICE All-in-one cabin environment PANORAMA CANOPY WITH SUN SHIELD OR SUMMER CANOPY The panorama canopy is available in several forms. It can be built with open sides, a painted sun shield, a taller canopy, or combinations of those, to enable you to enjoy your flight whatever the weather. SEAT HEATER AND LUMBAR SUPPORT Optionally both seats can be fitted with heaters in the base and the back cushions, giving a wonderful warm feeling. The lumbar support greatly enhances comfort. SEAT POSITION The front seat can be moved axially and by re clining the seat, giving...

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FINGERTIP CONTROL ON YOUR JOURNEY The best-fit cockpit panel AutoGyro is proud to offer a range of cockpit panels to suit all needs, from simple minimal- along with analogue gauges in the panel is de- istic arrangements to high-end fully integrated signed to provide unparalleled functionality to cockpits with the proven Garmin technology. AutoGyro aircraft are available all over the You can easily mount your mobile devices of world, using proven globally accessible equip- multiple generations to the cockpit panel with ment. Partnering with BRP Rotax and Garmin an additional holder, and charge...

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BE SEEN The concept of physical and electronic visibility Conspicuity within the world of aircraft means Navigation and strobe lamps are tail fin to be seen, either physically or electronically – mounted for excellent visibility and minimal and to see other aircraft. AutoGyro embodies the cockpit flash. AutoGyro night lighting is fully latest equipment, ADS-B (Automatic Dependent certified for night VFR operation, where night Surveillance – Broadcast) requirements, Mode S operations are permitted. It includes basic transponder, and all associated devices as they landing lights and an optional...

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BE SAFEGUARDEDThe exclusive safety concept Just like modern cars, numerous safety sensors and measures are developed and equipped into an AutoGyro gyroplane. The unique safety measures unveil the real German craftsmanship. The AutoGyro starting point is always occupant protection. This is where the proven AutoGyro safety concepts count. For instance, the rugged glass and carbon occupant safety cell has been proven in tests to exceed the toughest world safety requirements and proven in service to fulfill this role. Multiple warning sensors are equipped as standard to a Calidus to keep the pilot...

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THE HEART OF A TRUE SPORTS ENTHUSIAST The reliable and strong engine performance Noise is reduced by the addition of an in-house engine options, the Rotax 916 iS 160hp, the manufactured after muffler, and engine warm- up time is reduced by the fitment of both oil and engine, and the Rotax 912 ULS 100hp engine. coolant thermostats as standard. An auxiliary These engines are exceptionally reliable and alternator is available to power additional well-loved power plants, which have been equipment such as camera and Lidar systems. proven in AutoGyro service. The Calidus aircraft is available with...

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with fully automatic switching in case of turbocharged and fuel injected, and state of failure. An auxiliary alternator is available the art technology in modern aircraft engines. to power additional equipment such as No carburettor icing with these engines camera and Lidar systems. Featuring also in your aircraft. They are fully computer dual ignition, dual fuel injection, and even controlled, enabling excellent low fuel burn dual engine sensor arrays, these engines are in the cruise, whilst providing startling exceptionally reliable power supplies for our performance when used to their potential....

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TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS - INTERIOR More configuration options are available! Please talk to your sales representative for details. Cockpit configuration* CALIDUS 915/916 IS BASIC PANEL *Cockpit layouts may vary to suit customer and market requirements, and are subject to change. 1. f.u.n.k.e. radio and transponder or TRIG transponder 2. Optional fitment of additional Garmin G5 or other Garmin products 3. 4. Garmin G5 - Airspeed - Altitude attitude - Vertical speed - Gyro compass - Slip ball

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TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS - INTERIOR More configuration options are available! Please talk to your sales representative for details. Cockpit configuration* *Cockpit layouts may vary to suit customer and market requirements, and are subject to change. 1. 2. Garmin G5 - Airspeed - Altitude attitude - Vertical speed - Gyro compass - Slip ball 3. f.u.n.k.e. radio and transponder or TRIG transponder 4. iPad 4 MINI - Full map displays 5. Garmin G3X GDU 460 - 10 inch touch screen - Full map displays - Full flight management data

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