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Information on the RP2
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Wingspan
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44 ft. 3 in.
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Length
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21 ft. 8 in.
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Height
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4 ft. 1 in.
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Empty Weight
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172 lbs.
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No. of
Seats
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One
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The RP2
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Like all of the student constructed planes, the RP2 was built with 90% composite material. Unlike its predecessor (the RP1), the RP2 housed its pilot in a fully enclosed cockpit. This improved its aerodynamics significantly, and allowed it to soar even higher than its predecessor.
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RP1 (Sailplane)
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Built in 1978, the RP1 was RPI's first all-composite,
single seat glider.
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RP2 (Sailplane)
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Built during the 1980's, the RP2 (which is now
suspended from the Commons Dining Hall) housed its pilot in
a fully-enclosed cockpit.
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RP3 (Sailplane)
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The RP3 was RPI's most impressive sailplane yet.
It could carry two pilots, and it boasted a wingspan nearly
twice that of the RPI.
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RP4 (Bushplane)
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Unlike its predecessors, the RP4 will be an
engine-powered bushplane capable of amphibious landings.
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