Aero AT
AT-3
The AT‑3, developed by the Czech company Aero AT, entered the light sport market in 1997 and quickly became a benchmark for affordable, high‑performance training aircraft. Designed as a two‑seat low‑wing monoplane, the AT‑3 combined composite construction with a conventional aluminum wing, giving it a lightweight yet robust airframe. Powered by a Rotax 912ULS engine delivering 100 hp, the aircraft achieves a cruise speed of 115 kt and a range of 600 nm, while its side‑by‑side cockpit offers excellent visibility and modern avionics, typically a glass panel with GPS, autopilot, and engine monitoring.
Aero AT’s emphasis on ease of handling made the AT‑3 popular among flight schools and private owners; the aircraft’s gentle stall characteristics and short‑field capability reduce pilot workload and operating costs. Over 200 units have been delivered across Europe, North America, and Asia, and the model has been certified under several national light‑sport categories. The AT‑3’s success helped revive interest in low‑cost composite trainers, influencing later designs such as the Jubilee and the Flight Design CT series, and cementing Aero AT’s reputation as an innovative player in general aviation. Today, the AT‑3 remains a preferred platform for aspiring pilots seeking reliable performance at a modest cost.
Aero AT’s emphasis on ease of handling made the AT‑3 popular among flight schools and private owners; the aircraft’s gentle stall characteristics and short‑field capability reduce pilot workload and operating costs. Over 200 units have been delivered across Europe, North America, and Asia, and the model has been certified under several national light‑sport categories. The AT‑3’s success helped revive interest in low‑cost composite trainers, influencing later designs such as the Jubilee and the Flight Design CT series, and cementing Aero AT’s reputation as an innovative player in general aviation. Today, the AT‑3 remains a preferred platform for aspiring pilots seeking reliable performance at a modest cost.
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Production & History
- First Flight
- 1997