3Xtrim
3Xtrim 3X55 Trener
The 3Xtrim 3X55 Trener is a lightweight, two‑seat sport aircraft produced in Poland by the 3Xtrim Aviation Design Office. Its development began in the early 2000s as a response to the growing demand for affordable, high‑performance trainers for flying clubs and private pilots. First flown in 2005, the Trener quickly earned certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency and later from the US Federal Aviation Administration, allowing it to enter markets across Europe and North America.
Key features include a carbon‑fiber reinforced fuselage, a low‑drag laminar‑flow wing, and a Rotax 912ULS four‑cylinder engine delivering 100 hp. The aircraft’s retractable landing gear, glass‑cockpit avionics and a maximum cruise speed of 260 km/h give it a performance envelope comparable to many certified light sport aircraft while keeping operating costs low. Its stall speed of 55 km/h and gentle handling make it ideal for pilot training and recreational flying.
The 3X55 Trener’s significance lies in demonstrating how composite construction and modern powerplants can produce a versatile, economical platform that bridges the gap between ultralight trainers and certified general‑aviation airplanes, influencing design trends in the emerging European sport‑aviation sector.
Key features include a carbon‑fiber reinforced fuselage, a low‑drag laminar‑flow wing, and a Rotax 912ULS four‑cylinder engine delivering 100 hp. The aircraft’s retractable landing gear, glass‑cockpit avionics and a maximum cruise speed of 260 km/h give it a performance envelope comparable to many certified light sport aircraft while keeping operating costs low. Its stall speed of 55 km/h and gentle handling make it ideal for pilot training and recreational flying.
The 3X55 Trener’s significance lies in demonstrating how composite construction and modern powerplants can produce a versatile, economical platform that bridges the gap between ultralight trainers and certified general‑aviation airplanes, influencing design trends in the emerging European sport‑aviation sector.
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Production & History
- First Flight
- 1996