The Aeromot AMT-200 Super Ximango is a Brazilian single‑seat motor glider designed and produced by Aeromot, a São Paulo‑based aerospace company. It is an evolution of the earlier AMT‑100 Ximango series and was introduced in the early 1990s.
Design and Development
- Configuration: Low‑wing, conventional‑layout motor glider with a retractable propeller system.
- Construction: Primarily composite materials (glass‑fiber reinforced plastic) for the airframe, with metal fittings for critical load‑bearing elements.
- Powerplant: Typically equipped with a Rotax 912 four‑stroke engine (approximately 80 hp) driving a two‑bladed propeller that can be feathered or retracted to reduce drag during gliding.
- Landing Gear: Fixed tricycle undercarriage with a steerable nosewheel.
Dimensions (reported values from manufacturer specifications)
- Wingspan: 15 m (49 ft)
- Length: 7.2 m (23½ ft)
- Height: 2.1 m (6 ft 11 in)
- Wing area: 14.0 m² (150 sq ft)
Performance (manufacturer data)
- Maximum speed: ≈200 km/h (≈108 kn)
- Cruise speed (powered): ≈150 km/h (≈81 kn)
- Glide ratio: Approximately 30:1 in clean configuration
- Stall speed: ≈70 km/h (≈38 kn)
- Range: Around 1 200 km (≈650 nm) when operated as a motor‑glider, depending on fuel load and flight profile.
Operational History
The Super Ximango was marketed primarily for sport and recreational soaring, as well as for flight training in motor‑glider operations. A limited number were exported to European and North American operators, where they were used by gliding clubs and private owners. Production numbers are not widely published, but estimates suggest fewer than 100 airframes were built before the model was superseded by newer designs in the late 1990s.
Variants
- AMT‑200: Baseline model with standard Rotax 912 engine.
- AMT‑200B: Slightly modified version featuring optional avionics upgrades and a revised propeller retraction mechanism.
Current Status
As of the latest available information (2023), the Aeromot AMT‑200 Super Ximango is no longer in production. Existing aircraft remain in service with individual owners and gliding clubs, supported by a small community of enthusiasts who maintain the airframes and source spare parts through secondary markets.
References
- Aeromot corporate publications and product brochures (1990‑1998).
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Type Certificate data sheets (where applicable).
- European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) registration records for imported units.
Note: All specifications are based on published manufacturer data and may vary with individual aircraft modifications.
