Power Loading GN-1 Aircamper

The power loading is a useful aircraft design ratio and is simply the ratio of the gross weight of the aircraft (Wo) to the aircraft's available engine power (hp).

Power loadings for home built aircraft typically range from 10 to 15 lb per horsepower.

Using a TMX O-200 engine, the power loading for my GN-1 Aircamper will be approximately 1100 / 100 = 11 lb/hp.

Comparatively, the power loading for a KR-2 (shown below) is 11.2 lb/hp. Although I'm sure my Aircamper will be nowhere near as fast !