Gavilán G358
Gavilán S.A. · Colombia · first flew 1990 · light aircraft
The Gavilán 358, whose name means "Sparrow Hawk", is a Colombian light utility transport aircraft of the 1990s. It is a high-winged monoplane powered by a piston engine.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 9.58 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- High-wing monoplane powered by a single piston engine in the nose
- Seven-seat utility cabin
- Tractor propeller with conventional landing gear
A high-wing single-engined utility monoplane with a 12.8 m span and a roomy cabin.
Specifications
- The Gavilán G358 has a length of 9.58 m (31 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12.8 m (42 ft).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
The first flight was on 27 April 1990. Small numbers were produced in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Variants
A G358M version served with the Colombian Air Force.
Where you'll see it
It can carry seven passengers, four stretchers or about 444 kg of cargo. Users have included the Colombian Air Force, Navy and National Police.
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