IAR-46
IAR · Romania · first flew 1993 · light aircraft
The IAR-46 is a very light two-seater for flight schools, training and tourism. It has a low trapezoidal wing and a T-tail.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.85 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | T-tail |
WEFT is AircraftIQ's four-point recognition method — how it works.
Spot it by:
- Low trapezoidal wing
- T-tail empennage
- Side-by-side two-seat cockpit with semi-retractable landing gear and a tailwheel
Look for a low-wing two-seater with a T-tail and a semi-retractable main undercarriage with a tailwheel.
Specifications
- The IAR-46 has a length of 7.85 m (26 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 11.42 m (37 ft).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
It was developed from the ICA IS-28 and first flew in 1993. It was certificated under JAR-VLA regulations by the Romanian Civil Aviation Authority in November 1999.
Variants
It was developed from the ICA IS-28 and is powered by a Rotax 912 piston engine.
Where you'll see it
It was designed for flight schools, training and tourism. The two seats are side by side, with the left seat used by the pilot or student.
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