Ruschmeyer R 90-230 RG
Ruschmeyer Luftfahrttechnik · Germany · first flew 1988 · light aircraft
The Ruschmeyer R 90-230 RG was a German high-performance composite touring aircraft of the late 1980s, offering four-seat capacity with retractable undercarriage and 322 km/h cruise speed in a clean T-tailed low-wing airframe. It represented the upper end of European GA performance for a piston single of the period.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.93 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | T-tail |
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- German composite four-seat touring monoplane with T-tail
- Retractable undercarriage (RG = retractable gear) for improved cruise speed
- Clean fibre-composite low-wing airframe with 322 km/h cruise capability
The T-tail on a short-fuselage low-wing composite aircraft distinguishes the R 90 from most competing types; the retractable undercarriage and composite skin give it a notably clean appearance compared to older metal touring aircraft.
Specifications
- The Ruschmeyer R 90-230 RG has a length of 7.93 m (26 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.5 m (31 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 322 km/h (200 mph).
- Typical crew: 1 pilot, up to 3 passengers.
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History
Designed and produced by Ruschmeyer Luftfahrttechnik in Germany, the R 90 first flew in 1988 and received German certification. The manufacturer sought to compete in the high-performance touring aircraft market against established American types. Despite its technical merits, commercial success was limited, and Ruschmeyer did not survive as an independent manufacturer into the 1990s.
Variants
The R 90-230 RG was the main certified variant; the designation indicates the 230 hp engine and retractable gear. Fixed-gear versions were also studied.
Where you'll see it
The R 90-230 RG served as a private touring aircraft operated by individual owners in Germany and a few other European countries; it did not achieve significant fleet numbers.
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