F22
Taylorcraft · United States · first flew 1989 · light aircraft
The Taylorcraft F22 is a strut-braced high-wing two-seat light aircraft continuing a design lineage that stretches back to the 1930s Taylorcraft tourers.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.78 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- High-wing braced light two-seater
- Fabric-covered classic airframe
- Strut-braced constant-chord wing
The strut-braced high wing with constant chord and a slim fabric-covered fuselage give it an unmistakably classic look. The tandem two-seat cabin sits under the wing in traditional Taylorcraft style.
Specifications
- The F22 has a length of 6.78 m (22 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.97 m (36 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 217 km/h (135 mph).
- Typical crew: 1-2.
Figures are for the representative variant described above; marks differ. See how AircraftIQ sources figures.
History
First flown in 1989, the F22 modernised the classic Taylorcraft with tricycle-gear options and updated systems while keeping the fabric-and-tube construction. Production was limited and intermittent under a succession of small manufacturers.
Variants
The tailwheel F22 was joined by the tricycle-geared F22A and further sub-variants with detail refinements. All are direct descendants of the venerable Taylorcraft B-series.
Where you'll see it
The type is a rarity in the UK, seen occasionally in the hands of enthusiasts drawn to its vintage character. Its simplicity and light weight suit recreational and short-field flying.
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