The X-Air Hanuman – Versatile, Reliable, and Ready for any Adventure
The X-Air Hanuman is the latest evolution from the X-Air factory, designed to meet the diverse needs of pilots seeking an aircraft suitable for training, recreational flying, and cross-country adventures with the reliability and economy of the Rotax 912 80hp 4-stroke engine. With its spacious cockpit, robust construction, and efficient performance, the Hanuman stands out as a top choice in the light sport aircraft category.
🛠️ Key Features
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Quick-Build Kit: Delivered in two wooden crates, the Hanuman kit is designed for straightforward assembly, with an estimated build time of 80 to 100 hours for the average builder.|
Fully built LSA Aircraft: Delivered fully built and certified for the SLSA category.
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Spacious Cockpit: The side-by-side seating arrangement offers a generous 107 cm (42-inch) width, providing ample space for both pilot and passenger.
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Dual Controls: Equipped with full dual controls, including stick, rudder, and throttle, making it ideal for flight training scenarios.
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Robust Undercarriage: The strong and rugged tricycle landing gear, featuring real shock absorber suspension and trailing link front suspension, ensures smooth operations even on rough fields.
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Engine Compatibility: The Hanuman can be powered by a range of engines, including our prefered engine 80 hp Rotax 912, or the Jabiru 2.2, or the Rotax 582, offering flexibility based on pilot preference and performance requirements.
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Increased Fuel Capacity: With a single large fuel tanks totaling 80 liters, the Hanuman is well-suited for extended flights and cross-country journeys.
📊 Performance Specifications
| Specification | Rotax 582 | Jabiru 2.2 | Rotax 912 (80 hp) |
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| Empty Weight | 263 kg | 276 kg | 282 kg |
| Maximum Takeoff Weight | 544 kg | 544 kg | 544 kg |
| Cruise Speed | 60 knots | 70 knots | 85 knots |
| Stall Speed (no flaps) | 27 knots | 28 knots | 28 knots |
| Climb Rate | 984 ft/min | 944 ft/min | 1050 ft/min |
| Fuel Consumption (eco) | 13 L/h | 10 L/h | 10 L/h |
| Takeoff Distance | 70 m | 80 m | 80 m |
| Landing Distance | 70 m | 70 m | 70 m |
| Service Ceiling | 4000 m | 4000 m | 4000 m |
| Glide Ratio | 7:1 | 7:1 | 7:1 |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on environmental conditions and aircraft configuration.
🧰 Additional Features
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Instrumentation: Standard instruments include a tachometer, airspeed indicator, altimeter, slip indicator, battery charge indicator, and cylinder head temperature gauge.
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Construction: The airframe is constructed from aluminum tubing with steel reinforcement and covered in durable Dacron sailcloth.
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Safety: Features a Cromoly pilot protection cage and is stressed to +6/-4 G for the airframe and ±9 G for the undercarriage.
🌐 Global Recognition
The X-Air Hanuman is recognized and certified in various countries:
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United States: Certified as a Special Light-Sport Aircraft (SLSA) under the designation X-Air XA85.
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United Kingdom: Certified as a microlight under Civil Aviation Authority BCAR Section S, marketed as the X-Air Hawk.
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India: Classified as a microlight aircraft by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)

| TECHNICAL DATA | Rotax 503 | Rotax 582 | Jabiru 2200 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weight basic (kg) | 230 kgs | 237 kgs | 262 kgs |
| Max. empty weight equipped (kg) | 284 kgs | 281 kgs | 284 kgs |
| Max empty weight equipped with parachute (kg) | 306.5 kgs | 303.5 kgs | 306.5 kgs |
| Maximum weight (kg) | 490 kgs | 490 kgs | 490 kgs |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 50 liters | 50 liters | 50 liters |
| Engine | Rotax 503 | Rotax 582 | Jabiru 2200 |
| Cooling | air | water | air/oil |
| Carburetor | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Electronic ignition | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Power | 52hp at 6500 | 64hp at 6500 | 80hp at 3300 |
| Engine Displacement | 496.7 cm3 | 580.3 cm3 | 2200cm3 |
| Fuel mixture | 2% | 2% | NA |
| Fuel | 92 octane | 92 octane | 95 octane |
| Wingspan | 9.80 m | ||
| Length | 5.65 m | ||
| Height | 2.55 m | ||
| Cockpit width | 1.16 m | ||
| Wings area | 16,00 m2 | ||
| Loading | +6 -3 | ||
| PERFORMANCE | Rotax 503 | Rotax 582 | Jabiru 2.2 |
| Take off run | 140 m | 120 m | 120 m |
| Climb rate fpm | 500 fpm | 690 fpm | 590 fpm |
| Max Cruise speed at level | 54 knots | 60 knots | 60 knots |
| Cruise speed economical | 45 knots | 50 knots | 50 knots |
| Consumption economical lph | 14 lph | 12 lph | 9 lph |
| Landing | 80 m | ||
| Sink rate mini | 690 fpm | ||
| Climb speed | 38 knots | ||
| Stall speed | 26 knots | ||
| VNE | 80 knots | ||
| Service ceiling | 12,000 feet | ||
| Glide ratio | 8:1 @ 38 knots | ||
| Distance to clear 15 m at landing | 140 m | ||
| Distance to clear 15 m at take off | 250 m | 220 m | 230 m |
