Grumman American AA5A
Piston • single engine • Low Wing • Fixed gear
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Mission Profile
127
KTAS
Cruise Speed
4
Occupants
657
nm
Max Range
388
lbs
Wet Payload
About the Grumman American AA5A
Overview
The Cheetah is the result of Roy LoPresti’s aerodynamic refinements to the Traveler. It is roughly 6-7 knots faster than the Traveler using the same 150 hp engine, making it one of the most efficient 150 hp four-seaters ever built.
Key Features for GA Buyers
- Improved Handling: Features a larger elevator which fixes the pitch sensitivity issues found in the Traveler.
- Range: Optional 52-gallon fuel tanks significantly extend cross-country capabilities.
- Speed/Efficiency: Outruns a Cessna 172 while burning similar fuel.
Trade-offs
- Hot Weather Performance: Can be a ‘dog’ in high density altitude situations due to the 150 hp engine and increased gross weight if heavily loaded.
- Useful Load: With full long-range fuel, it becomes a two-person aircraft.
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Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Wingspan
- 31.42 ft
- Length
- 22.0 ft
- Height
- 8.0 ft
Weights
- Max Takeoff Weight
- 2,200 lbs
- Max Landing Weight
- 2,200 lbs
- Useful Load
- 700 lbs
- Fuel Capacity
- 52 gal
Performance
- Cruise Speed
- 127 KTAS
- Range
- 657 NM
- Service Ceiling
- 12,650 ft
- Rate of Climb
- 660 fpm
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