Barakeye – Flying ATV

Barakeye

Barakeye is a powerful, highly stable, relatively lightweight aircraft with excellent handling both on the ground and in the air.

It is highly safe and protects both the pilot and passenger during flight as well as in the event of an accident.

Its flight capabilities are outstanding, as reflected in its high level of stability (no turbulence), which contributes to a comfortable and enjoyable flying experience and a greater sense of safety during flight. At the same time, it offers excellent maneuverability, allowing the pilot to maintain easy and safe control of the aircraft.

Barakeye is characterized by uncompromising manufacturing quality, using some of the finest materials and systems available.

Barakeye is available in a variety of configurations, finishes, and equipment options according to the pilot's preferences.

 

Flight Performance

Flight performance is primarily affected by the aircraft's total weight during flight, the parachute's specifications, and weather conditions.

Data –

  • Cruise Speed – 50–60 km/h (31–37 mph)
  • Maximum Glide Ratio –     4:1
  • Maximum Rate of Climb – 1,300 ft/min (396 m/min)
  • Takeoff Distance – 100 m (328 ft)
  • Landing Distance  – 75 m (246 ft)
  • Maximum Flight Time – Approximately 4.5 hours with a full fuel tank.

Dimensions

Length –             335 cm (132 in)

Width –            205 cm (81 in)

Height –             224 cm (88 in)

Weights

Empty Weight 200 kg (441 lb)

Maximum Takeoff Weight – MTOW – 500 kg (depending on the parachute specifications)

Minimum Front Seat Weight –              60 kg (132 lb)

Maximum Front Seat Weight –                    95 kg (209 lb)

Maximum Fuel Weight - 38 kg (54 liters)

Maximum Passenger Weight with Full Fuel 262 kg (578 lb)

Fluids

Fuel -              95-octane unleaded fuel

Engine Oil –      5W-40 synthetic, according to the engine manufacturer's recommendations.

Airframe

Aviation-grade aluminum tubing, aviation-grade aluminum fittings, and stainless-steel bolts.

Engine

Rotax 912UL 80 hp or 912ULS 100 hp (new or used, according to the pilot's preference)

Idle RPM –                             1700-1800

Maximum RPM – 5,800 RPM for up to 5 consecutive minutes.

Continuous Maximum RPM –               5500

Maximum Exhaust Gas Temperature – EGT – 880OC / 1616OF

Maximum Cylinder Head Temperature – CHT – 150OC / 302OF

Maximum Normal Oil Temperature – 110OC / 230OF, maximum 130OC / 266OF

Maximum Coolant Temperature – 120OC / 248OF

Normal Oil Pressure – 22–73 PSI (1.5–5.0 bar)

Average Fuel Consumption – 16 L/h (4.2 US gal/h)

Parachute

  • Manta -   500 m², 550 m², Manta Plus
  • Afik Cruiser -  500 m² (5,382 sq ft), 550 m² (5,920 sq ft)

Propeller

Warp Drive – 3 blades, 68-inch diameter, Model C pusher propeller. 3 blades, 68-inch diameter, Model C pusher propeller

Nose wheel –

Adjustable air/nitrogen shock absorbers.

Compressing the spring using the adjustment nut will stiffen the shock absorber.

Instrument Panel –

  • Digital display by Taskem company
  • The display shows engine RPM, altitude, two EGTs, two CHTs, rate of climb, flight time, and battery voltage.
  • The instrument manual should be read using the link at the end of the document.

Pilot–Passenger Intercom –

  • Dual Comm Intercom by Comtronics company
  • With connections for the pilot's and passenger's headsets, and a connection to the radio.
  • With the option to connect to a music player or phone.

External Communication– Radio-

  • Dual-channel transceiver.
  • Powered Parachute Frequency in Israel – 143.5625 MHz, PL Tone 151.4 Hz
  • The manual supplied with the aircraft should be read.

Maintenance and Servicing –

Routine Maintenance –

  • Engine Oil – – Check the oil level in the tank before each flight and top up as needed.
  • Engine Coolant – Check the coolant level in the expansion tank before each flight and top up as needed.

Periodic Maintenance –

  • Periodic engine maintenance should be performed once a year or every 100 hours, according to the engine manufacturer's instructions.
  • The parachute must be visually inspected before each flight by the pilot in command.
  •   An annual inspection of the parachute must be carried out by the parachute manufacturer, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Links

Rotax 912 Engine

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Manta Parachute

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Afik Cruiser Parachute

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