B&F Technik FK14 Polaris
B&F Technik Vertriebs GmbH · Germany · first flew 1999 · light aircraft
The FK14 Polaris is a German two-seat microlight trainer with a sporty low-wing layout and tandem seating, popular across Europe for its good performance within the ultralight class.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.2 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- low-wing two-seat tandem microlight
- bubble canopy over tandem seats
- fixed tricycle undercarriage
A sleek low-wing microlight easily confused with similar European types; the tandem seating under a continuous bubble canopy and relatively long nose distinguish it from side-by-side designs such as the FK9.
Specifications
- The B&F Technik FK14 Polaris has a length of 6.2 m (20 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.6 m (31 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 210 km/h (130 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Designed by B&F Technik in the late 1990s and first flown in 1999, the FK14 was intended to offer aircraft-like handling and performance within European microlight weight limits. Kits and factory-built examples have been sold throughout Europe.
Variants
The FK14B Le Mans is an updated version with aerodynamic refinements; the FK14B2 adds further detail improvements.
Where you'll see it
Operated by microlight clubs and private owners across Europe, particularly in Germany, Austria, and the UK.
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