ARV Super2
ARV Aviation · United Kingdom · first flew 1985 · light aircraft
The ARV Super2 was a British two-seat light aircraft developed in the early 1980s as an economical trainer and tourer, notable as one of the few British-designed general aviation types to reach production in that era.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 5.97 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- British two-seat light aircraft with a low-set straight wing and side-by-side seating
- Designed by Bruce Giddings to be simple and economical for flying club use
- Small production run in the Isle of Wight; type certificated to BCAR Section K
Small, clean low-wing monoplane with side-by-side seating under a large bubble canopy, a flat-four engine, straight wings, and a simple fixed tricycle undercarriage.
Specifications
- The ARV Super2 has a length of 5.97 m (20 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 8.84 m (29 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 185 km/h (115 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Designed by Bruce Giddings and manufactured by ARV Aviation on the Isle of Wight, the Super2 first flew in 1985 and received UK certification. Financial difficulties limited production to around 38 aircraft before ARV ceased operations; the type has been supported in later years by the Super2 Club.
Variants
The Super2 was built in a single main variant; proposals for a more powerful version were not developed into production.
Where you'll see it
Operated by British flying clubs and private owners; a number remain active on the UK register.
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