The Virus SW121 is a single-engine, 2-seat, light sport aircraft developed and manufactured by Slovenian aviation company Pipistrel. The model took its maiden flight on August 10, 1999, and the company has produced more than 1,000 units.
The Virus SW121 is an advanced design that delights a full range of pilots, from neophytes to experienced aviators. It features composite construction, an aerodynamically balanced form, and a thoughtfully designed cockpit with advanced features for a light sport aircraft. It boasts a high-wing, cantilever design and has a low-drag fuselage, a T-tail empennage, and a fixed tricycle undercarriage with spatted wheels. Its high-visibility canopy and side-by-side seating make it an exceptional choice for flight training.
The Virus SW121 measures 21 feet, 4 inches in length, stands 6 feet, 1 inch tall, and has a wingspan of 35 feet, 2 inches. It is powered by a Rotax 912S3 4-cylinder piston engine that delivers up to 100 horsepower and turns a 2-blade, constant-speed, composite propeller. The cockpit has a Garmin G3X system comprising a 7-inch primary flight display (PFD) and a 7-inch multifunction display (MFD).
The Virus has a range of 900 miles, a service ceiling of 22,300 feet above sea level, and a maximum climb rate of 1,650 feet per minute. It stalls at 49 miles per hour, cruises at 170 mph, and has a top speed of 176 mph. It can sustain up to +4 / -2 gs and has a maximum glide ratio of 17:1.