LetovExperimental & kit · Fixed-wing · Czechoslovakia
LK-2M Sluka
- Seats
- 1 1
- Power
- 40 hp30 kW
- Cruise
- 38 kt70 km/h
About the LK-2M Sluka
The Letov LK-2 Sluka is a Czech single-seat, fixed-wing ultralight aircraft featuring a high-wing configuration, a cabin nacelle, and a tricycle landing gear arrangement. Tailored for local hobby flying and introductory flight training, it provides an economical choice for private owners and aviation enthusiasts compared to heavier twin-seat trainers. Its lightweight build utilizes an aluminium alloy tube strut-based construction coupled with a fabric-enveloped wing.
Produced by the Letov factory and later assembled via kitbuilt or custom production, the aircraft helped drive the expansion of amateur aviation in the Czech Republic. It is typically powered by a two-stroke, two-valve, air-cooled engine driving a two or three-bladed propeller. While lacking advanced performance capabilities or provisions for aerobatics, the design is valued for stability, simple three-axis flight controls, and straightforward handling characteristics that require only basic pilot skills.
LK-2M Sluka running costs
$163 an hour| Low | Typical | High | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $1,736 | $2,132 | $2,509 |
| Oil | $32 | $40 | $52 |
| Engine overhaul reserve | $4,000 | $4,333 | $5,833 |
| Annual inspection and maintenance | $2,500 | $3,500 | $4,500 |
| Hangar | $3,000 | $6,300 | $9,600 |
| Total | $11,268 | $16,305 | $22,494 |
| Per hour | $113 | $163 | $225 |
Engine
- Model
- Rotax OR-503
- Power
- 40 hp
- Overhaul
- 300 h
- Fuel burn
- 2.3 – 2.8 gal/h
- Fuel price
- $8.20 /US gal
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