description Sbach 342 Overview
The Sbach 342, marketed as the XA42, is a German two-seat aerobatic aircraft manufactured by XtremeAir. Introduced in 2007, it features a composite airframe and is powered by a Lycoming AEIO-580 engine producing 315 horsepower. The aircraft was designed as a tandem-seat trainer and tourer counterpart to the single-seat XA41, and is certified for unlimited aerobatic competition, capable of sustaining +6/-5 G forces.
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What engine powers the Sbach 342 aerobatic aircraft?
The aircraft is powered by a Lycoming AEIO-580 engine capable of producing 315 horsepower. This specific engine is designed with inverted oil and fuel systems to allow the plane to perform continuous aerobatic maneuvers.
What is the seating configuration of the Sbach 342?
The Sbach 342 features a tandem-seat configuration, meaning the instructor and student sit in a single line, one behind the other. It was specifically designed to serve as a tandem-seat aerobatic trainer for high-performance competition flying.
What is the airframe of the Sbach 342 made of?
The aircraft features a modern composite airframe constructed primarily from carbon fiber. This lightweight yet incredibly strong material allows the plane to withstand the immense G-forces of extreme aerobatic maneuvers.
Who manufactured the Sbach 342 and when was it introduced?
The aircraft was introduced in 2007 and is manufactured by XtremeAir, a German company. It is currently marketed and certified globally under the designation XA42.
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