Uncompromised Performance
The Virus SW is an exceptional aircraft winning NASA challenges and holding multiple records from around-the-world flights. The Virus SW’s strengths lie in its ability to fly at altitudes of 15,000 ft and take off and land from short runways. Fully customizable with a range of powerplants and equipment options, the Virus SW is the ideal aircraft for fast cross-country flying, surveillance missions and advanced operations.
With more than 1,000 in operation ranging from private owners and aviation professionals to training organizations and special mission applications, the Virus SW is truly Pipistrel’s most versatile aircraft.
Fully Customizable
Available with multiple engine choices, from the 80 hp Rotax 912 to the 115 hp turbocharged Rotax 914 series, the Virus SW combines pure speed with unprecedented fuel economy. A host of avionics options allow for a fully customized flying experience including an IFR-rated glass cockpit with GPS and integrated autopilot.
Aerodynamic Efficiency
Thanks to its superior aerodynamic efficiency, state-of-the-art composite material construction and lowest fuel consumption it its category, the Virus SW can cruise at more than 100 kts and has a range of nearly 900 nm. With a comfortable and quiet cabin full of high-quality features such as handmade leather and a reinforced Kevlar cockpit the Virus SW is a customer favorite.
Safety as Standard
Ballistic parachute recovery system as standard.
High turbulence penetration speed allows high speed cruise even in turbulence.
Kevlar-reinforced safety cabin and state-of-the-art composite materials to withstand the toughest of environments.