Austin, Texas-based Bearhawk Aircraft, a company known for creating STOL kit airplanes, earlier this week announced two company milestones. In one, a Bearhawk Patrol became the first of the company’s airplanes completed in Brazil to take flight, launching from Lontras, Santa Catarina, Brazil. In another, a New Zealand man for the second time took top honors in an annual STOL contest flying a Bearhawk.
Bearhawk Aircraft Details a Pair of Company Firsts
Key Takeaways:
- Bearhawk Aircraft announced the successful first flight of a Bearhawk Patrol completed from a quick-build kit in Brazil, marking a significant international milestone for the company.
- A Bearhawk aircraft, piloted by Jonathan Battson, won the Healthy Bastards Bush Pilot Championships in New Zealand for the second consecutive year, demonstrating the plane's exceptional STOL performance.
- The Brazilian builders praised the Bearhawk Patrol's superior takeoff, climb performance, STOL capabilities, and better cruise speeds compared to other utility aircraft.
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