GB Aircraft representative of Lightwing Aircraft in Poland (January 2023)
GB Aircraft has become the representative of Swiss company Lightwing Aircraft for Poland. The Lightwing AC4 is a two-seat, mixed-metal-composite upper-wing monoplane with a maximum takeoff weight of 600 kg that is type-certified in the EASA CS-LSA class. The aircraft has been designed and adapted for basic training (VFR Day) and glider towing. The Lightwing comes in two variants that differ in equipment and purpose – AC4 with a 100HP Rotax 912iS engine designed for basic training up to PPL(A) and AC4 GT with a 141HP turbocharged Rotax 915iSC engine additionally allowing towing gliders with a takeoff weight of up to 850kg. Both versions are equipped with glass cockpit avionics. With economical engines, the aircraft provides excellent performance while offering low operating costs. The aircraft is an ideal solution for aeroclubs and flight schools looking for a high-quality, durable and versatile platform for training and towing gliders.