SULPHUR SPRINGS, TEXAS, APRIL 22, 2009 – American Legend Aircraft Company announced today that it has selected the lighter weight O-200-D engine from supplier Teledyne-Continental Motors (TCM) of Mobile, Alabama, to power future models of the Legend Cub light-sport aircraft. American Legend completed and flew its first aircraft with the O-200-D model and will display this aircraft at Sun ‘n Fun Fly-In 2009.
American Legend Aircraft Company has utilized the 100-horsepower Continental O-200 reciprocating engine in the Legend Cub since the aircraft was introduced in March 2005. Over 150 of the currently flying 170 Legend Cubs and Texas Sport CUBs are powered by the O-200. The new O-200-D lightweight engine will give the Legend Cub an increase in useful load of 15 lbs.
“We’re delighted to provide the powerplant of choice for the Legend Cub,” said Mac Little of TCM. “Our longstanding partnership with American Legend validates our commitment to the fast growing light-sport aircraft market. The Legend Cub is a market leader that registers with most pilots as an aircraft born to fly with a Continental engine.”
The O-200 is a proven member of Continental’s family of horizontally-opposed piston engines. The new O-200-D lightweight features a dry weight of 199 lbs. Its four 50-cubic-inch cylinders deliver true 100-horsepower at 2,750 RPM normal cruise. This engine has been successfully flown for over 70 years on a wide variety of light aircraft including the Cessna 150 and Piper PA-18-90 (and L-18B) Super Cub.
“We are very excited about the advancements offered by the O-200-D engine and its application on the Legend Cub, Legend FloatCub, and Texas Sport kit-built CUB,” said Kurt Sehnert, GM of American Legend Aircraft Company. “The reduced weight of the O-200-D, Continental’s vast expertise, and its leadership in the piston engine market make it an ideal choice for our customers.”
The Legend Cub is a two-place aircraft designed to meet Light-Sport Aircraft certification requirements. American Legend Aircraft Company will be taking refundable deposits on the O-200-D-equipped Legend Cub at Sun ‘n Fun Fly-In 2009. These aircraft will come standard with a Sensenich ground adjustable composite propeller. Base price of the O-200-D-equipped Legend Cub is $103,895. The aircraft will be on display at Sun ‘n Fun 2009 in booth #MD-10 on the flight line. American Legend continues to be a leader in the industry in bringing new technology to light-sport aircraft.
For further information on the development and availability of this exciting new aircraft contact American Legend Aircraft Company at 1810 Piper Lane, Sulphur Springs, Texas, 75483; or call 903-885-7000.
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