Features

An old truth says the airplane flies as well as it looks. No doubt about it, the outer shapes determine any airplane’s flight characteristics in a important amount. That’s why the Scout’s shapes are largely inspired by a post-WWII Czechoslovak airplane Skaut of which ease of control and timeless conception was well known.

The airframe was modified and optimized with using modern software so that original qualities were kept and contemporary demands fully satisfied. That merger results in a distinguished, “retro-looking”, airplane that any pilot will savour regardless of previous flight experience.

Airframe

The airframe is a lightweight yet strong and durable all-metal structure. Besides the anti-corrosion treatment all structural joints are riveted and bonded at the same time which makes the airframe more stiff and durable. Fixed tricycle landing gear was designed with student pilots’ harder landing in mind. A reliable Rotax 912 was chosen as a powerplant with a wide range of propellers available.

Comfort

The comfort was an apparent design goal. With the true 120 cm (47 in) of width, individually adjustable rudder pedals and optimum headroom, the interior provides a pleasant environment for a pilot of virtually any size and weight. Comfortable seats with four-point safety belts offer the right feel. Great visibility enables an undisturbed situational awareness.

Safety

When talking about the active safety, the stability and well balanced controls together with unobstructed view are always on the pilot’s side and particularly welcome during the approach to an airfield in a busy traffic. Features of the passive safety are the fuel tanks located in the wings, remote from the crew, and an optional parachute rescue system.

Controls

The cockpit features a full dual primary controls with individually adjustable rudder pedals. Throttle and brake lever, elevator trim together with switches are located on the central panel for easy access from both seats same as the switch of electrically actuated flaps with three preset positions. Ground control is realized by a steerable nose wheel and hydraulic brakes on main wheels.

Versatility

Being designed for MTOW 600 kg the Scout is a versatile platform offered as LSA, UL or emerging EASA ELA1 aircraft according to applicable regulation and customer wish.