African Pilot

TOPAZ

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The cantilever­ed high wing Topaz represents phenomenal performanc­e and quality at an exceptiona­l ‘ready to fly’ price point. With the optional Rotax 912 ULS 100hp engine this aircraft will perform at a level few other can achieve for the same money. Although the Topaz shares a few key attributes with the JK-05, the wing features separate flap and aileron controls as opposed to full length flaperons. The latest model also features 86 or optional 100 litre wing tanks and this has enabled a large baggage area behind the seats which is accessible through two lockable hatches from outside the aircraft. The Polish manufactur­ers have added a stunning new exclusive interior option with a choice of painted exterior finishes that are attracting a lot of attention.

The Topaz will cruise comfortabl­y at more than 108 knots and climb at sea level more than seven meters per second, whilst delivering economy rates of only 12 litres / hour. When you consider this fact behind a stock standard Rotax 80hp 912 motor at high altitude, you begin to realise that this is no ordinary design. If you are in the market for a full composite high wing that is ‘big man’ friendly and beautifull­y presented the Topaz will meet your expectatio­ns every time.

The Topaz boasts a 17:1 glide ratio and this clearly demonstrat­es what is achievable from with this new generation of composites. The factory has always identified with what customers really want in terms of value over performanc­e. For this reason, the factory has retained an extremely healthy order book, even in these difficult times.

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