Explorer Features
Explorer aircraft offers a revolutionary technological advancement in the single engine category of modern aviation. Explorer's features include carbon fiber composite material construction and modern aerodynamics to provide a tough, efficient, economical utility aircraft that surpasses expectations.
features common to family of aircraft
Large fuselage cross section 61" x 53"
Flat cabin floor to accommodate seats and cargo
Novel use of composite materials
Sliding cargo doors for quick access to the interior
Low cabin floor height for easy loading
wing characteristics
Non-strutted wing minimizes weight and maximizes cabin height
Wing taper provides exceptional roll rate
Aerodynamic and geometric washout prevent wing tip stall
High aspect ratio for significantly improved field and climb performance
Robust airfoil thickness minimizes structural weight and maximizes fuel volume
Cabin
Large cabin interior volume
Wide and spacious (61" wide x 53" height)
Flat floor, flexible seating arrangement with 5 full length seat tracks
Large cargo door 49" high x 50" wide
Two crew doors for easy entry
Large cabin windows for panoramic view
Composite structure for reduced cabin noise
Integrated belly cargo bays, forward, rear
undercarriage
Fiberglass constructed main undercarriage for high strength, low weight, and damping for rough runways
Undercarriage adaptable for wheels, floats and skis
Conventional heavy duty nose oleo
Wide wheel track for stability
Retractable undercarriage design maintains a flat cabin floor
Modular super-strength fixed gear or low drag/ice retractable gear
airfoil
Docile stall handling qualities
powerplant
Proven Pratt and Whitney Canada powerplants used
Proven Hartzell propeller systems used
Large access doors for service and maintenance
Heavy duty cooling system for hot, dusty climates
Versatility
Explorer aircraft offer versatility for civil and military roles. Whether carrying cargo, or people, or both, Explorer Aircraft can accommodate many types of operations.
civil roles
Short haul passenger flights
Outback/remote area flights
Airborne geophysical survey
Military Roles
Cargo and logistics support
Paratroop and supply drops
Medevac and electronic surveillance
Forward air control and passenger troop transport
Border and coastal surveillance
Underwing and fuselage hardpoints
