Bearhawk Patrol
Bob Barrows / Bearhawk Aircraft · United States · first flew 2002 · light aircraft
The Bearhawk Patrol is an American two-seat homebuilt STOL aircraft designed by Bob Barrows, combining Super Cub-style proportions with modern construction techniques for backcountry operations.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.91 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Strut-braced high-wing STOL design with large Fowler flaps
- Tandem two-seat open or enclosed layout with taildragger undercarriage
- Super Cub-like proportions with tundra-capable wide-track gear options
Resembles a refined Piper Super Cub with slightly wider cabin and more modern construction; distinguished from similar STOL homebuilts by its distinctive Bearhawk fuselage contours and large flap system.
Specifications
- The Bearhawk Patrol has a length of 6.91 m (23 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.06 m (33 ft).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Designed as a tandem two-seat companion to the larger Bearhawk 4-place, the Patrol was developed in the late 1990s and first flew around 2002. Plans and kits are available from Bearhawk Aircraft, and the design has attracted a strong following among backcountry and bush-flying enthusiasts.
Variants
The Patrol is offered in plans and partial-kit form; builders typically choose from a range of Lycoming or comparable four-cylinder engines.
Where you'll see it
Operated exclusively by private owners, the Bearhawk Patrol is particularly popular for remote wilderness access and bush flying in North America.
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