PZL-105 Flaming

PZL · Poland · first flew 1989 · light aircraft

The PZL-105 Flaming is a Polish high-wing light utility monoplane designed for general aviation, agricultural work, and pilot training. It seats up to five occupants and uses straightforward fixed-undercarriage construction.

Recognition (WEFT)

W — Wings	High-mounted, straight
E — Engines	1 × piston, nose-mounted
F — Fuselage	8.7 m fuselage
T — Tail	Conventional

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Polish high-wing light utility aircraft of the late 1980s
Strut-braced high wing with fixed tricycle undercarriage
Boxy utilitarian cabin seating up to five

A conventional strut-braced high-wing monoplane with a broad square-section cabin, fixed tricycle undercarriage, and a single tractor piston engine — resembles a Cessna 172 in general layout.

Specifications

The PZL-105 Flaming has a length of 8.7 m (29 ft).
It has a wingspan of 12.97 m (43 ft).
Its maximum speed is 245 km/h (152 mph).
Typical crew: 1 pilot + up to 4 passengers.

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History

Developed by PZL Warszawa-Okęcie in the late 1980s, the Flaming first flew in 1989 as a replacement for ageing light utility types in Polish service. Several variants were proposed, and a small number were built for Polish aviation clubs and training organisations. The collapse of state funding post-1989 limited production numbers.

Variants

The PZL-105L Flaming used a Lycoming engine; the PZL-105M used a Polish-built radial. Agricultural and survey-equipped versions were also projected.

Where you'll see it

Used in small numbers by Polish aero clubs and flight training schools; not exported in significant quantities.

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