Where it fits well
- 65 kt cruise supports efficient local and regional flying.
- 190 nm advertised range creates a practical planning radius of about 137 nm with 2 occupants.
- 179 kg realistic payload proxy and 2 seats define the usable cabin mission.
Key figures
Indicative planning data, compiled 2026-07. Verify against the AFM and records.
| Seats | 2 |
| Realistic payload with mission fuel | 179 kg |
| Advertised range | 190 nm |
| Practical planning radius (4 people) | 127 nm |
| Cruise speed | 65 kt |
| Runway need | ~120 m |
| Pressurised | No |
| Fuel | Avgas 100LL |
| Fixed annual base | €7k |
| Direct cost per flight hour | €70 |
The ownership trade-off
Iconic simplicity and low fuel use, but fabric, wood, logs and authenticity determine whether an example is safe or collectible.
Cost picture at different usage
- 40 hours/year: about €87k per year ( €2170 per flight hour all-in)
- 80 hours/year: about €90k per year ( €1120 per flight hour all-in)
- 120 hours/year: about €92k per year ( €770 per flight hour all-in)
- 180 hours/year: about €97k per year ( €537 per flight hour all-in)
Older examples add calendar-driven maintenance: a 2011-built airframe is estimated at €18k per year at 80 hours. Condition, engine time remaining and avionics matter more than the year itself — price the aircraft in front of you, not the model.
Limitations to price honestly
- Iconic simplicity and low fuel use, but fabric, wood, logs and authenticity determine whether an example is safe or collectible.
- €7k fixed annual planning base before flying a single hour.
- Approximate 120 m take-off requirement must be checked against runway, surface, slope, temperature and loading.
Recommended missions
- Solo or two-person flying where low complexity matters more than cabin capacity.
- Short and medium regional trips, accepting fuel stops when conditions require.
- Recreational, training or personal travel where operating efficiency is more important than airline-like speed.