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Interesting facts about the CAP-4 Paulistinha
✈ The CAP-4 Paulistinha was produced in Brazil by Companhia Aeronáutica Paulista as a light primary trainer.
✈ The aircraft features two seats in tandem allowing an instructor and student to fly together during basic training.
✈ Power for the standard CAP-4 version comes from a Franklin 4AC air cooled flat four piston engine rated at 65 horsepower.
✈ The airframe measures 6.65 metres in length with a wingspan of 10.10 metres reflecting its compact training role.
✈ The aircraft has a gross weight of 540 kg placing it within the light aircraft training category.
✈ Published cruise performance is approximately 140 km/h which aligns with its role in elementary pilot instruction.
✈ Variants of the Paulistinha included observation and agricultural adaptations expanding its operational flexibility.
✈ The type became one of the best known Brazilian light trainers and contributed to the growth of domestic pilot training.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a CAP-4 Paulistinha
The Paulistinha family included several recognised variants. The EAY-201 represented an earlier radial engined configuration. The main production CAP-4 established the standard two seat training layout. The CAP-4B was developed as an air ambulance version with two prototypes built. The CAP-4C served as an artillery spotting and observation variant often referred to as Paulistinha Rádio or Paulistinha Observação. The P-56 Agrícola adapted the design for agricultural work and was built by Neiva. The Paulistinha 56-C introduced a Continental C-90 series engine and saw significant production by Neiva between 1958 and 1964. The P56C-1 Paulistinha Rebocador used a more powerful Lycoming O-320 engine in a single prototype towplane configuration. The O-6 designation was used by the Brazilian Air Force for an observation variant. Buyers should evaluate engine type mission equipment and historical role when comparing these versions.
CAP-4 Paulistinha Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. This information should not be used for flight planning or operational decision making. Individual aircraft condition, upgrades and maintenance history will influence exact figures. Always confirm precise details with the seller and relevant aviation authority.
Length: 6.65 m (21 ft 10 in)
Wingspan: 10.10 m (33 ft 2 in)
Height: 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in)
Wing Area: 17.0 m² (183 sq ft)
Empty Weight: 320 kg (705 lb)
Gross Weight: 540 kg (1,190 lb)
Fuel Capacity: 58 L (15 US gal; 13 imp gal)
Cruise Speed: 140 km/h (87 mph, 76 kn)
Range: 500 km (310 mi, 270 nm)
Service Ceiling: 4,000 m (13,000 ft)
Rate of Climb: 3.1 m/s (610 ft/min)
FAQs About the CAP-4 Paulistinha
What type of aircraft is the CAP-4 Paulistinha?
The CAP-4 Paulistinha is a two seat tandem piston trainer developed in Brazil for civil and military primary flight instruction.
Which engine powers the CAP-4 Paulistinha?
The standard CAP-4 production version is equipped with a Franklin 4AC air cooled flat four engine rated at 65 horsepower.
What is the typical cruise speed of the CAP-4 Paulistinha?
Published performance data lists a cruise speed of approximately 140 km/h under normal operating conditions.
Were there different versions of the Paulistinha?
Yes. The family included observation, agricultural and air ambulance adaptations in addition to the main training version.
What role was the CAP-4 Paulistinha designed to fulfil?
The aircraft was designed primarily as an elementary trainer to introduce new pilots to basic handling and procedures.
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