ICP Sky Arrow
Iniziative Industriali Italiane · Italy · first flew 1992 · light aircraft
The Sky Arrow is an Italian two-seat light aircraft produced by Iniziative Industriali Italiane, featuring an unusual pusher-engine configuration with the engine mounted behind the cabin and driving a rear-facing propeller. This arrangement gives the crew an excellent unobstructed forward view.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, fuselage-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 7.6 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- Italian pusher-engine high-wing two-seat ultralight
- Engine and propeller mounted behind the cabin pushing rearward
- Tandem open or enclosed cockpit with excellent forward view
Very distinctive due to its pusher propeller at the rear of the high-mounted engine nacelle, high-wing layout, and the forward-swept struts supporting the wing — unlike any other production light aircraft.
Specifications
- The ICP Sky Arrow has a length of 7.6 m (25 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 9.68 m (32 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 194 km/h (121 mph).
- Typical crew: 1-2.
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History
First flown in 1992, the Sky Arrow was developed as a sport and environmental monitoring aircraft, marketed in both ultralight and light sport aircraft categories. It has been used for wildlife surveys and patrol missions owing to its good visibility.
Variants
Variants include the Sky Arrow 450-T and 650-T with different engine options and the SSTC sport configuration; also certificated in the US LSA category.
Where you'll see it
Used by private owners, flying clubs, and environmental agencies across Europe and the United States.
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