Virus SW-80
Transport Aircraftconfirmed
The Pipistrel Virus SW is a high-performance, two-seat, composite light aircraft renowned for its efficiency and speed. It is widely utilized for touring, training, and surveillance missions due to its low operating costs and impressive range.
Specifications
| Type | Transport Aircraft |
| Origin | Slovenia |
| Manufacturer | Pipistrel |
| Introduced | 2008 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 270 km/h |
| Range | 1,200 km |
| Crew | 2 |
| Weight | 0.472 t |
History
Introduced in 1999 and based on the Pipistrel Sinus, it was developed in Slovenia and Italy with multiple variants and can be equipped with an emergency parachute system.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| India | 71 | confirmed |
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