The first Pipistrel aircraft has been certified by EASA, says Pipistrel. "This is an important testament to our efforts and a huge step towards Pipistrel's vision to become a renowned designer and producer of certified aircraft.

"After six years of hard work of Pipistrel's Research & Development Institute, the Certification Team and with amazing help and support from EASA we managed to achieve certification of our aircraft Pipistrel Virus SW 121.

"Pipistrel Virus SW 121 is the most advanced CS-LSA class 2-seat airplane with full (not-restricted) Type Certificate (Airworthiness Category: Normal) from EASA."

It features a dual glass cockpit, full-featured 2-axis digital autopilot, air brakes for enhanced descent and is certified for towing with the optional glider-towing equipment. The certified engine and certified propeller offer excellent performance, short take-off and landing and high cruise speed. Low consumption and the use of MOGAS lower the operating costs and offer extreme range at small cost.

The Virus SW 121 offers a complete package of excellent performance and NAV/COM/GPS glass cockpit avionics.