Aeropro Eurofox

Single Piston

The Pipistrel Virus SW is a Slovenian-designed two-seat light sport aircraft that has become one of the most successful modern ultralight designs since its introduction in the early 2000s. Built by Pipistrel Aircraft, a pioneer in composite construction and electric aviation research, the Virus SW combines exceptional fuel efficiency with docile handling characteristics that appeal to flight schools and private owners worldwide. The SW designation denotes the short-wing variant optimized for maneuverability rather than the longer-wing touring models. Constructed primarily from carbon fiber composite materials, the Virus SW achieves a cruise speed around 120 knots while burning just 3-4 gallons per hour from its Rotax 912 four-cylinder engine. The type's low operating costs and benign stall characteristics have made it particularly popular in Europe and Australia for ab-initio training, though it also serves recreational pilots seeking an efficient cross-country platform. Its clean aerodynamic design and light empty weight of approximately 600 pounds allow it to meet Light Sport Aircraft regulations in multiple jurisdictions while still offering respectable payload capacity. The Virus family has accumulated hundreds of thousands of flight hours across training operations, with particular concentrations in European flight schools where fuel economy and modern avionics integration justify the higher acquisition cost compared to legacy trainers. SkyMeter has tracked 444 flights across 84 airframes and 21 operators spanning routes, with 151J LLC the largest observed operator.