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Thread: Landing/TO distance for Kitfox IV 1200 w/ 912 100hp

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    Default Landing/TO distance for Kitfox IV 1200 w/ 912 100hp

    I was wondering what your actual landing and takeoff distances are with the Kitfox IV 1200 with a Rotax 912 100hp? I would like to make a little strip in the field at my house and am doing a few measurements. I have not picked up my IV yet so i am hoping you guys can provide some real world numbers. Not test pilots and at sea level. Also, any information at max gross weight would be greatly appreciated too. Thanks

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    Default Re: Landing/TO distance for Kitfox IV 1200 w/ 912 100hp

    Our IV with a 912S, extended gear, and 620# empty weight would take off in 90 ft. and I could get it down and stopped in 230ft. This was at an elevation of 2200ft, with half tanks and solo. Takes a lot of practice especially to get the landing down.
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    Default Re: Landing/TO distance for Kitfox IV 1200 w/ 912 100hp

    I have the 80hp and @ gross it takes me about 350' to get off. I put in a 900' strip at my house obstacles at one end fence at the other. I flew a hundred hours before trying to get in it. I have now been using it for a couple of years. There is nothing better than having your plane out in the barn. With some practice and a 100hp you shouldn't have any trouble.
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    Default Re: Landing/TO distance for Kitfox IV 1200 w/ 912 100hp

    Good to hear. I will have about 1000' but with obstacles at the end if a go around is necessary. Will only be one way in one way out. Slight upslope though so that should help. Ill be sure to get some solid 3 point landing practice before trying it.

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