Alpha160A

…A flexible, capable aerobatic platform for ab initio through to intermediate and advanced aerobatic training

The 160A is the new version of the classic Robin 2160 which ceased production almost a decade ago.

The Alpha 160A is a low wing monoplane, with two seats and a big bubble canopy providing exceptional all round visibility. It has an excellent power to weight ratio and the crisp handling of a sports car. The Alpha 160A is powered by a 160HP engine, cruises at 120kts and climbs at 1100 ft/min. It is capable of all standard aerobatic manoeuvres and is the most utilised spin training aircraft in Australia..

  • Fully Aerobatic +6.0 g to -3.0 g
  • Easy to transition to from other types
  • Excellent Handeling Characteristics

Specs:

Engine: Lycoming 0-320-D2A (160hp)
Top Seed: 178kts
Cruise Speed: 120kts
Geforce Limits: +6.0g / -3.0g

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Here at “The Aerobatic School” you can rest assured that all of our pilots and aircraft are of the absolute highest standard. In fact, we believe that we set the standard in aerobatic training in Australia.

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