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

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