Dyn'Aéro Mcr-01

Single Piston

The Dyn'Aéro MCR-01 is a French-designed single-seat ultralight that emerged in the 1990s as one of Europe's most successful homebuilt aircraft. Built by Dyn'Aéro in Darois, France, the MCR-01 (Micro Course de Raid) was conceived as a fast, efficient cross-country machine for the ultralight category, featuring a distinctive low-wing configuration with a bubble canopy and retractable tricycle gear. Its composite construction and sleek aerodynamics deliver cruise speeds around 135 knots on just 80-100 horsepower from Rotax or Jabiru engines—remarkable performance for an aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight under 1,000 pounds. The type found particular favor among European sport pilots and has been exported worldwide, with several variants including the tandem two-seat MCR-4S. While the MCR-01 remains relatively rare in North American skies compared to traditional ultralights, its efficient design and spirited handling have earned it a devoted following among builders seeking something more capable than typical ultralight trainers. SkyMeter has tracked 1 flights across 1 airframes and 1 operators, with GREEN WENDELL L the largest observed operator.