2-person ULM aircraft FireStar

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The easy to build FireStar is designed to carry two people and give great climb performance with Hirth 3202, 55hp engine. With the gross weight of 725 lbs. and slow stall speed, it qualifies as an experimental kit build light sport aircraft... Perfect for Sport Pilot. The standard engine for the FireStar is the Hirth 3202 is equipped with a 2.58:1 gear reduction drive turning a 66 inch diameter fixed pitch propeller. This combination gives outrageous climb performance and a top speed of 80 mph. HIGH PERFORMANCE The FireStar is an extremely versatile aircraft. Its performance is truly amazing due to its light weight, generous wing area and large diameter propeller. The numbers do not adequately convey the performance profile. It must be seen to be believed. The take-off and climb rate of the Kolb FireStar is truly astounding. No other light plane kit even comes close. This performance, combined with the good propeller ground clearance, allows for operation from many types of improved fields. STURDY CONSTRUCTION For strength and durability in airframe structures, aluminum and steel are superior. The heart of the FireStar, the fuselage cage, is made from strong factory welded 4130 chrome-moly steel. We also use 4130 steel in all high stress areas. FireStar wings have rigid truss ribs and a massive 5" aircraft aluminum wing spar all covered with Stits aircraft covering. Permanent UV protection eliminates fabric degradation. SPORTY HANDLING The FireStar, like all Kolb aircraft, utilizes traditional cable and push-pull tube controls which give a solid feel.