1940 DH 82a Tiger Moth

• Engine: Gypsy Major 1C, inverted 4 cylinder, air-cooled, dry sump, 130 H.P
• Manufacturer: De Havilland Aircraft Co. R.A.A.F Serial No.: A17-122
• Purpose: Elementary Trainer
• Type: Single engine two seat fabric covered biplane
• Prototype first few 10/26/31, first commercial deliveries 1932
• Primary WWII British and Commonwealth trainer similar to J3 Cub or Stearman in U.S.
• Aerobatic and fun to fly
• Max Speed 107 , Cruise 85-90 mph, Max Weight 1825 lbs

 

Name	De Havilland Aircraft DH82A Tiger Moth
Type of Plane	Single Engine 2 place Elementary Trainer Biplane
Height	8 feet 9.5 Inches
Length	23 feet 11 inches
Wing Span (upper)	29 feet 4 inches
Seats	2 Pilot and Student
Empty Weight	1180 lbs
Stowage	85 lbs
Max Gross Weight	1825 lbs
Maximum Cruise Speed	85-90 mph
Crusing Speed	75-80 mph
Landing Speed	40-45 mph
Loop Speed	115 mph
Inverted gliding	85 mph
Slow Roll	110 mph
Barrel roll	115 mph
Half roll off the top	135 mph
Half roll	95 mph
Engine	Gipsy Major 4 Cylinder Inline Air-cooled 130 H.P
Fuel Capacity	19 Gallons
Year of Introduction	1931 Prototype first few 1932 first Commercial deliveries