JABIRU J170

This high wing, strut-braced monoplane with wing flaps, mass balanced elevator and in-flight adjustable trim was developed with the flying schools in hotter climates in mind. This aircraft is the J160 with the longer wings of the J230 and a larger elevator, which allow the J170 to climb faster in hot conditions. The longer wings also provide more float on landing which is helpful when learning to land. The dual controls and adjustable rudder pedals are continued in this model. The 100 knot TAS cruise speed is still easily achievable at 2850 rpm. The four-stroke Jabiru 2200 cc engine has been designed specifically for the Jabiru aircraft.

This model has the same fuselage as the J430, but the J430’s rear seats are not fitted allowing the J170 to be operated with an LSA pilot license. Tricycle undercarriage, steerable nose wheel and hand operated in line hydraulic disc brakes make ground handling simple. With an endurance (no reserve) is 8.5 hours, which at cruise speed is 850 nautical miles. The ergonomically designed cockpit has side-by side seating, centre controls, whilst panel mounted throttles plus the option of adjustable rudder pedals. Two large doors provide easy entry and exit and in South Africa there is the added advantage of a luggage door at the back for easy access and stowing of luggage in the back compartment. The Jabiru J170 has been extensively used for pilot training and for anti-poaching in South Africa with the Rhino Jabiru ZU-OPS.