Aerobatic
Overview
The Aviat Pitts S-2C is a modernized two-seat development of the original Pitts design. Intended for aerobatic instruction and competition, it combines classic biplane agility with updated systems. The aircraft remains active in sport aviation worldwide.
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Specifications
Units
- Engine
- 1 × Lycoming AEIO-540
- Engine type
- Piston
- Power
- 260 hp · 194 kW
- Avionics
- —
- Wing tips
- No winglets
- Seats
- 2
- Crew
- —
- Cabin width
- 2 ft 4 in · 0.70 m
- Cabin height
- 3 ft 7 in · 1.10 m
- Cabin length
- 6 ft 11 in · 2.10 m
- Exterior length
- 18 ft 9 in · 5.72 m
- Tail height
- 6 ft 7 in · 2.02 m
- Fuselage diameter
- 3 ft 3 in · 1.00 m
- Wing span
- 20 ft 0 in · 6.10 m
- Baggage volume
- —
- Gross weight
- —
- Empty weight
- —
- Max takeoff weight
- 1,600 lb · 750 kg
- Max landing weight
- —
- Max payload
- 550 lb · 250 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 30 gal · 100 L · 100 kg (AvGas)
- Max cruise speed
- 169 kt · 194 mph · 313 km/h
- Maximum speed
- —
- Cruise speed
- —
- Approach speed
- —
- Range
- 277 nm · 320 mi · 510 km
- Fuel burn
- 24.32 nm/gal · 11.90 km/L
- Ceiling
- 21,000 ft · 6,400 m
- Rate of climb
- 2,700 ft/min · 14 m/s
- Takeoff distance
- 550 ft · 170 m
- Landing distance
- 750 ft · 230 m
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Operational Context
Aviat Pitts S-2C — two-seat aerobatic biplane
The S-2 series entered production in the late 1960s, with the S-2C variant introduced in the 1990s. Structural refinements and a symmetrical airfoil support sustained inverted flight. The aircraft retains the compact dimensions characteristic of the Pitts lineage.
A Lycoming piston engine producing approximately 260 horsepower powers the S-2C. Cruise speed approaches 140 knots (259 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight is roughly 1,700 pounds (771 kg), providing capacity for instructor and student.
The S-2C is widely used for aerobatic training and airshow performances. Its robust airframe allows high load factors. Aviat continues production, maintaining the Pitts name in contemporary aerobatics.
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