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Carlson Criquet

Carlson’s three-quarter-scale interpretation of the Fieseler Fi 156 Storch.

Seats
2 (tandem)
Category
Experimental (prototype)

Legacy design. This is a historical Carlson design and is not currently offered as a kit. Contact Carlson Aircraft for historical information.

Overview

A Storch, the Carlson way

The Fieseler Fi 156 Storch is one of the best-known short takeoff and landing aircraft ever built, famous for its long-legged landing gear, high wing, and ability to operate from very small fields. The Criquet was Ernie Carlson’s interpretation of that concept at roughly three-quarter scale.

The Criquet seats two in tandem under a high wing and was designed with short-field performance in mind. Carlson completed the prototype around 1999.

The Criquet is presented here as part of Carlson Aircraft history. It is not currently offered as a kit.

Specifications

Criquet Specifications

Reference figures from historical Carlson and aviation publications. Figures vary with engine, configuration, and the individual aircraft.

Specifications being verified

Carlson Aircraft is reviewing original factory documentation for the Criquet. Verified specifications will be published here once that review is complete. For questions about a specific aircraft, contact us.

Published specifications are historical reference figures and may vary by aircraft, engine, configuration, builder, and year. Builders and operators should refer to the applicable Carlson Aircraft documentation for their individual aircraft.

Interested in This Aircraft?

Carlson Aircraft is working to preserve these designs and support the people who continue to build, fly, restore, and maintain them. Contact us and tell us which aircraft you are interested in.