Aircraft Details
- Year: 2015
- Make/Model: Tecnam Astore
- Registration Number: N98AS
- Power: Piston
- Engines: 1 Engine
- Listing ID: 3068431
- Partner ID: 78450
- Posted On: Jun 5, 2023
- Updated On: Nov 21, 2023
Description
This wonderful aircraft is made by the worlds largest producer of Light Sport Aircraft, Tecnam. It is powered by a 100 HP 4 Cylinder Rotax Engine. This aircraft has the ULS engine. It has a service ceiling of 15000 feet with a cruise speed of 118 knots and a never exceed speed of 150 knots. At only 809 pounds, it can carry a max useful load of 511 pounds. Its fuel capacity is a robust 29 gallons and has a max range of 750 miles nautical miles. It can land almost anywhere needing only 1200 feet to takeoff and less than 1000 feet to land. It also has a auto pilot.
Airframe:
The aircraft is an epoxy corrosion proof composite airframe. The canopy has a lock and key and was switch from a top locking canopy to a side lock which cause some paint damage. The seller will fix if required. .
Engine(s):
The Tecnum Astore is powered by a 100 HP, 4 Cylinder Rotax Engine. The stall speeds are 44 knots and 38 knots making maneuverability simple.
Avionics
The aircraft has a Garmin GMA 240 Audio Panel, Garmin GTR 200 Com, Garmin GTX 327 Transponder, Garmin 796 GPS XM Version, Multi Screen Avionics Pack. It has 10 inch display, Engine Mon, Stick Push to talk Switch, Transponder, VHF, and a 796 GPS XM Version.
Interior
The interior is a 9 plus with comfortably adjustable seats. It has wall to wall carpeting, map and storage pockets, soundproofing a luggage compartment. The seat beats are three points with adjustable fore and aft.
Exterior
The composite body is beautifully painted with a light blue, white and grey streak. All windows are tinted and the main wheels and noise wheels are 5.00 x 5. The aircraft has tie down rings and the aircraft includes weather proofing. The aircraft canopy cracked and was replaced. Some cosmetic issues around the canopy exist but can easily be painted. It's the only blemish on the entire aircraft.
Additional Features
Remarks:
This light sport aircraft has less than 200 hours.
Tecnum has sold over 4000 aircraft in Europe and North America. This modern aircraft has ample storage. It is bigger than most light sports yet has the power to accomplish any trip. This aircraft has it all; Tachometer, Hour Recorder, Oil Press, Oil Temp, Head Temp, Fuel Prssure, Voltmeter, Elevator Trim Position Indicator, Flap Indicator and the list goes on.