Van Lith VI
Jean Van Lith · France · first flew 1959 · light aircraft
The Van Lith VI was a one-off French light civil utility aircraft of the late 1950s, designed and built by Jean Van Lith.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.1 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Twin fin |
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Spot it by:
- High-wing light utility aircraft
- Single Lycoming O-290 piston engine of 135 hp
- Space for one or two passengers
A high-wing single-engined light aircraft with a span of about 10.8 m.
Specifications
- The Van Lith VI has a length of 6.1 m (20 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.8 m (35 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 200 km/h (124 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
It first flew on 30 August 1959 and was powered by a 135 hp Lycoming O-290-3 piston engine.
Variants
Only one aircraft was built, so there were no variants.
Where you'll see it
The sole Van Lith VI was flown by its constructor from Toussus-le-Noble and Guyancourt, and was active until at least 1967.
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