Lancair ES
Lancair · United States · first flew 1998 · light aircraft
The Lancair ES is a four-seat composite homebuilt low-wing aircraft notable for its distinctive V-tail (ruddervator) empennage, distinguishing it within the Lancair family. It offers a wide four-seat cabin and retractable undercarriage at high cruise speeds for a piston homebuilt.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | Wide 46-inch cabin on a slender laminar-flow fuselage |
| T — Tail | V-tail |
WEFT is AircraftIQ's four-point recognition method — how it works.
Spot it by:
- V-tail (ruddervator) empennage — key identification feature
- Sleek composite four-seat low-wing with retractable undercarriage
- Wide 46-inch cabin on a slender laminar-flow fuselage
The V-tail is the immediate distinguishing feature from other Lancair types. Combined with the slender composite low-wing fuselage and retractable undercarriage, the ES has a clean aerodynamic appearance typical of high-performance homebuilts.
Specifications
- The Lancair ES has a length of 7.62 m (25 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.82 m (35 ft).
- Typical crew: 1–4.
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History
Lancair International of Redmond, Oregon introduced the ES (Extended, Side-by-side) as a roomier companion to the high-performance Lancair IV, using the same composite construction technology but with a 310 hp Continental engine and V-tail. It appealed to builders wanting a practical touring aircraft rather than a speed record machine.
Variants
The ES-P is a pressurised derivative; the base ES-310 uses the Continental IO-550.
Where you'll see it
Operated by homebuilders across North America; registered on the FAA experimental-amateur-built register.
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