Loehle 5151 Mustang Explained

The Loehle 5151 Mustang is a 3/4 scale replica of the P-51 Mustang, designed by American designer Carl Loehle. Its plans are provided for amateur builders. The aircraft has a wooden fuselage with fabric covering.[1] [2] [3]

Development

The wings are wood construction with geodetic supporting structure. The handling is docile and similar to the Piper Cub.[4]

Variants

5151 Mustang
  • Fixed gear model, with 27 examples flying by the end of 2011. This version is compliant with US light-sport aircraft rules.[2] [3]
    5151 RG Mustang
  • Retractable gear model, with 83 examples flying by the end of 2011.[1] [2] [3]

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    Notes and References

    1. Vandermeullen, Richard: 2011 Kit Aircraft Buyer's Guide, Kitplanes, Volume 28, Number 12, December 2011, p. 60. Belvoir Publications. ISSN 0891-1851
    2. Bayerl, Robby; Martin Berkemeier; et al: World Directory of Leisure Aviation 2011-12, p. 108. WDLA UK, Lancaster UK, 2011. ISSN 1368-485X
    3. Tacke, Willi; Marino Boric; et al: World Directory of Light Aviation 2015-16, page 114. Flying Pages Europe SARL, 2015.
    4. Sport Aviation. Mustang Mania. March 1988. James H. Jones.

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