The Comp Air 6 features comfort and room for the whole family for a weekend get-a-way -- with seating for up to 6 people. It's a year-round, go-anywhere aircraft and is available with wheels, floats, or skis. You'll have plenty of room for camping, fishing, and hunting gear.
The Comp Air 6 is an efficient, economical cross-country cruising machine for pleasure or business. It will provide you with the ability to enjoy cruise speeds from 150 to 200 mph. It is simple and easy to assemble.
Specifications:
Engine:
Horsepower: 220-300hp
Dimensions:
Length: 24.5'
Wingspan: 35'
Height: 8'
Cabin Width: 42.5", 46" Widebody
Cabin Height: 53"
Seating Capacity: 4-6 place
Wing:
Wing Area: 212 ft/sq (178 ft/sq Taper Wing)
Aspect Ratio: 5
Speeds:
Cruise: 150 - 200mph
Stall Speed: 39mph (53mph Taper Wing)
Weights:
Empty Weight: 1900lbs
Gross Weight: 3200lbs
Useful Load: 1360lbs
Fuel & Range:
Fuel Capacity: 80gal
Fuel Consumption: 12gal/hr
Maximum Range: 1000nm
Limits:
G Loading: +4.5/-2
Takeoff Distance: 750'
Landing Roll: 750' with braking
Cross Wind Landing: 17kts
Rate of Climb: 1700fpm
Build Time: 600 hours, depending on experience
Won't get anywhere near 400mi/hr but 150mi/hr is still impressive! But only 15mpg.
With that large prop he will be running way under redline. Should be a good combination. BTW, 4 -6 gph is considered fair in most aircraft.
If his will do what he claims it really is impressive.