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2017 WACO YMF-5C Super Sightseeing Configuration

2017 WACO YMF-5C Super Sightseeing Configuration

2017 WACO YMF-5C Super Sightseeing Configuration

Product catalog summary
Overview: The 2017 WACO YMF-5C Super is a biplane optimized for commercial sightseeing operations, combining performance, style, and exclusivity. It features a low-maintenance 275 HP Jacobs engine, ADS-B In & Out, and a luxurious passenger cockpit.
Specifications:
  • Configuration: 3-place open cockpit, suitable for land or sea, day & night VFR.
  • Engine: Jacobs R755B2, 275 HP at 2200 RPM, with a 1400-hour TBO.
  • Dimensions: Upper wing span 30 ft, lower wing span 26 ft 10 in, overall length 23 ft 10 in, height 8 ft 6 in.
  • Weights: Basic empty weight 1985 lb, gross weight 2950 lb, useful load 850 lb.
  • Performance: Never-exceed speed 214 mph, cruise speed 115 mph, stall speed 59 mph, fuel consumption 14 US gal/hr.
Standard Equipment: The aircraft includes a full leather interior, Garmin avionics, a rugged steel fuselage frame, and a variety of safety and convenience features such as dual flight control systems, LED navigation lights, and a digital intercom system.
Optional Equipment and Upgrades: Options include a 300 HP engine upgrade, extended range fuel tanks, LED lighting upgrades, and various avionics enhancements. Non-flying accessories such as a trickle charger and tow bar are also available.
Pricing: The standard equipment price is $439,300, with various optional upgrades available at additional costs. Prices are subject to change and do not include taxes or VAT.
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2017 WACO YMF-5C Super Sightseeing Configuration-1

2017 WACO YMF-5C Super Sightseeing Configuration The new WACO YMF-5C offers a seductive combination of performance, style and exclusivity. The new WACO YMF-5C represents a new pinnacle for the marquee: it has been sharpened, refined and rethought in every detail, optimized for commercial sightseeing operations. The aircraft configuration has been optimized for high volume commercial ride operations, special features include: • ADS-B In & Out standard! • Low maintenance 275 HP Jacobs engine • Quick removal inspection covers, fairings and cowing allow for minimized down time during inspections • Ability to use low cost Mogas* (non-alcohol automotive fuel) • Luxurious passenger cockpit for two. • Easy entry front cockpit with new step below wing and other changes allow for quicker passenger loading*. • Digital intercom with music and audio track capability • Camera system capability for increased ride revenue • Special corrosion protection package available for coastal operations WACO Aircraft Corporation W. K. Kellogg Airport (KBTL) 15955 South Airport Road Battle Creek, MI 49015 U.S.A. Phone (269) 565-1000 / Fax (269) 565-1100 [email protected] www.WacoAircraft.Com

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3-place Open Cockpit Land or Sea Biplane, Day & Night, VFR FEATURES Advanced Garmin Touchscreen GPS Unit and Dual Garmin Comms Luxurious passenger compartment with Heat Front and Rear New Aircraft, New Tooling, Modern Safety Features Aerobatic Approved Approved for Commercial Ride Operations POWERPLANT Engine Jacobs R755B2 Engine, 275 HP @ 2200 RPM, 1400 hr. TBO Propellers Sensenich Wood, 92 in. dia Wing Span, upper Wing Span, lower Length, overall Height, overall Basic Empty Weight Baggage Capacity Gross Weight Useful Load Never-exceed speed Cruise speed Stall Speed, power off Fuel Fuel Consumption G...

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Airframe Rugged 4130 Steel Fuselage Frame Epoxy Coating Corrosion Proofing Internal Steel Tube Corrosion Proofing Forward Fuselage Aluminum Sidewalls (Left & Right Sides) Front Cockpit Door Baggage Compartment - Lockable Wood Fuselage Stringers Tail Fins - Vertical Stabilizer, Horizontal Stabilizer Balanced Rudder & Elevator Control Surfaces Aluminum Ailerons (4) Steerable Tail Wheel Shock Spring Landing Gear Wheels & Brakes by Parker Hannifin or Grove Tires, Tube Type (Main 7.50x10, Tail 10x3.50) Wheel Pants ((no inner fairings/spats) Wings - Wood Spar/Rib Frame Structure 4130 Steel Interplane...

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Price Note 300 HP Upgrade R-755-A2M (New Production Aluminum Case engine from Air Repair) $12,500 1,8 MT Propeller Upgrade (exchange, required with 300 hp engine) $2800 1,8 MoGas STC from Petersen $412 1,8 Extended Range fuel tanks - Left 12.5 US Gallons $4815 1,8 Extended Range fuel tanks - Right 12.5 US Gallons $4815 1,8 LED Landing and Taxi light Upgrade, - Left Side (incandescent is standard) $725 1,8 LED Landing and Taxi light, - Right Side (left light is standard) $1750 Mirrors (Left or Right) / each $190 1,8 Tail Wheel Fairing $675 1,8...

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Pilot Cockpit Avionics Options and Upgrades Gyro Package (Heading Indicator, Turn & Bank, VSI) $7600 13 Electronic Attitude Indicator, Garmin G5 (includes battery backup) $3650 1,8 Millibar Altimeter (non-USA only) - substitution $0 3 Southern Hemisphere Compass - substitution $0 3 Second Com (Garmin GTR-225, antenna, installation) $2450 1,8 Garmin GI-106A VOR/LOC/GS indicator, upgrade com 1 to GNC-255 (Nav/Com) $4450 1,8 Garmin Aera 796 Upgrade (XM Weather and Radio, US & CA only) $450 1,8 12 Volt plug in Cockpit - automotive style for portable GPS units...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.