SlipStream Genesis
SlipStream International · United States · first flew 1992 · light aircraft
The SlipStream Genesis is a family of American strut-braced, high-wing, pusher-configuration, tricycle-gear aircraft produced in kit form for amateur construction.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, fuselage-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 5.89 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Strut-braced high wing
- Pusher configuration
- Tricycle landing gear
A kit-built strut-braced high-wing pusher with tricycle gear.
Specifications
- The SlipStream Genesis has a length of 5.89 m (19 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.35 m (31 ft).
- Typical crew: 1-2.
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History
It was designed by Chuck Hamilton and first flew in 1992.
Variants
The family was originally produced by Innovation Engineering of Davenport, Iowa, and more recently by SlipStream International of Wautoma, Wisconsin.
Where you'll see it
It seats one pilot and one passenger. Engines used include several Rotax two-stroke and four-stroke types.
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