Lancair IV vs Lancair IV-P
Side-by-side specs, range, and real operating costs for up to 5 aircraft.
Mission Performance
Tap to isolateValues normalised across compared aircraft. Fuel Economy is inverted (lower burn = higher score). See table below for raw figures.
Mission Performance Details
| Metric | Lancair IV Evolution Aircraft Company | Lancair IV-P Evolution Aircraft Company |
|---|---|---|
| Stall Speed | 69 kts | 69 kts |
| Approach Speed | 81 kts | 81 kts |
| Cruise Speed | 278 kts | 278 kts |
| Range | 1,090 nm | 1,090 nm |
| Service Ceiling | 29,000 ft | 29,000 ft |
| Rate of Climb | 3,000 fpm | 3,000 fpm |
| Fuel Burn | 18.0 gph | 18.0 gph |
Flight Profile
Service ceiling, range, and climb rate.
Arc represents the climb-cruise-descent profile based on published service ceiling and range. Climb rate annotated on ascent. FL180 (18,000 ft) shown for reference.
Fuel Burn
Based on published cruise fuel flow
| Metric | Lancair IV Evolution Aircraft Company | Lancair IV-P Evolution Aircraft Company |
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: trip distance exceeds published range.
Trip time estimated from published cruise speed and distance. Fuel burn is a published cruise figure; actual consumption varies with altitude, loading, and conditions.
Runway Performance
Density altitude adjusted estimates
Takeoff over 50 ft obstacle
Landing ground roll
FAA 10%/1,000 ft DA rule of thumb (FAA-H-8083-25B). Turboprops and jets are less sensitive in practice. Always verify against the POH.
Estimated Operating Costs
| Metric | Lancair IV Evolution Aircraft Company | Lancair IV-P Evolution Aircraft Company |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Cost per hour | $117/hr | $117/hr |
| Direct Operating Cost per hour | $117/hr fuel-only floor | $117/hr fuel-only floor |
| Annual Fixed Costs | ||
| Insurance | —/yr | —/yr |
| Hangar | $3,398/yr | $3,398/yr |
| Annual Inspection | $2,500/yr | $2,500/yr |
| Total Fixed | $5,898/yr | $5,898/yr |
Estimates only. Costs vary by location, pilot profile, and market conditions. See individual aircraft pages for source notes.
Capability, Limits & Dimensions
| Metric | Lancair IV Evolution Aircraft Company | Lancair IV-P Evolution Aircraft Company |
|---|---|---|
| Useful Load | 1,550 lbs | 1,350 lbs |
| MTOW | 3,550 lbs | 3,550 lbs |
| Seating | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 gal | 90 gal |
| Engines | 1× Piston | 1× Piston |
| Landing Gear | Retractable | Retractable |
| Pressurized | No | Yes |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wingspan | 30.2 ft | 30.2 ft |
| Length | 25.0 ft | 25.0 ft |
| Tail Height | 8.0 ft | 8.0 ft |
Payload-Range Map
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