Kitfox Aircraft Kitfox Series 7

Single Piston

The Kitfox Series 7 represents the latest evolution of one of general aviation's most successful kit aircraft families, combining exceptional short-field performance with modern design refinements. Built by Kitfox Aircraft in Idaho, the Series 7 debuted in the mid-2010s as a thoroughly updated version of the original 1980s Kitfox design, featuring a wider cabin, improved visibility, and refined handling characteristics while retaining the legendary STOL capability that made the type famous among backcountry pilots. The aircraft's folding-wing design allows owners to trailer it home and store it in a standard garage, making it uniquely practical for builders without hangar access. With a stall speed around 35 knots in landing configuration and a never-exceed speed of 140 knots, the Kitfox Series 7 offers an impressive performance envelope for an aircraft weighing just 1,550 pounds at max takeoff weight. Powered by a variety of engines ranging from 100 to 160 horsepower, the type excels at bush flying, with robust landing gear and large tires enabling operations from unimproved strips, sandbars, and mountain airstrips that would challenge far larger aircraft. The experimental amateur-built category allows owners to customize everything from avionics to powerplant, creating a vibrant community of builders who share modifications and flying experiences. SkyMeter has tracked 4 flights across 1 airframes and 1 operators, with the most frequently observed operator.