Franklin Demon-1

The Demon-1 is a custom-built biplane for aerobatic flying.[1]

Demon-1
Kyle Frankilns "Dracula" Demon-1
Role Biplane
National origin United States
Designer Jimmy Franklin
Introduction 2013 Balloon & SkyFest New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Design and development

The Demon-1 is a single place, conventional landing gear equipped biplane, development of which was started in 2004. The aircraft features nearly full span ailerons. The aircraft is designed to fit on a trailer for transportation between airshows.[2]

Specifications (Demon-1)

Data from Aero News

General characteristics

  • Crew: 1
  • Empty weight: 1,850 lb (839 kg)
  • Fuel capacity: 26 U.S. gallons (98 L; 22 imp gal)
  • Powerplant: 1 × Pratt & Whitney R-985 radial engine, 550 hp (410 kW)
  • Propellers: 3-bladed MT Propeller

Performance

  • g limits: ±15g
  • Roll rate: 300°/s
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See also

Aircraft of comparable role, configuration and era

References
  1. "Dracula prepares for Franklin's Flying Circus debut". Retrieved 29 August 2013.
  2. "'Dracula' Premieres At ICAS Airshow Convention". Retrieved 29 August 2013.
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