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Name: Pipistrel Virus SW
Brand: Pipistrel

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PipistrelExperimental & kit · Fixed-wing · Slovenia

Virus SW

Seats: 2 2
Power: 100 hp75 kW
Cruise: 147 kt273 km/h
US register: 4 aircraft4 aircraft

About the Virus SW

The Pipistrel Virus is a light aircraft manufactured in Slovenia and Italy, configured as a two-seat, single-engine pod-and-boom monoplane with a T-tail. Available in variants serving as ultralights, homebuilt kits, gliders, or light-sport aircraft, it suits pilots looking for efficiency and versatility. The cabin accommodates two occupants side-by-side, and the airframe can be equipped with an emergency recovery parachute system.

First flown in 1999 and developed from the Sinus, the aircraft is produced in long-wing and short-wing versions with various engine and undercarriage options. It has achieved significant regulatory milestones, including type certification for night operations and intentional spins, and has won multiple NASA aviation challenges. A notable global flight by a Slovenian pilot and a major defense contract for military training cadets further mark its operational history.

Engines fitted

4 aircraft

Engine	Power	Share of fleet	Aircraft
Rotax 912	100 hp		4

Specifications

Virus 912 SW 100 · Rotax 912 ULS

Dimensions

Length: 21 ft 4 in 6.50 m6.50 m 21 ft 4 in
Wingspan: 35 ft 2 in 10.71 m10.71 m 35 ft 2 in
Wing area: 102 sq ft 9.5 m²9.5 m² 102 sq ft

Weights

Empty weight: 637 lb 289 kg289 kg 637 lb
Max take-off weight: 1,323 lb 600 kg600 kg 1,323 lb

Performance

Cruise speed: 147 kt 273 km/h273 km/h 147 kt
Max speed: 153 kt 283 km/h283 km/h 153 kt
Never-exceed speed (Vne): 163 kt 302 km/h302 km/h 163 kt
Stall speed: 43 kt 79 km/h79 km/h 43 kt
Range: 783 nm 1,450 km1,450 km 783 nm
Service ceiling: 22,300 ft 6,800 m6,800 m 22,300 ft
Rate of climb: 1,650 ft/min 8.4 m/s8.4 m/s 1,650 ft/min
Best glide ratio: 17:1

Powerplant

Engine: Rotax 912 ULS
Engine power: 100 hp 75 kW75 kW 100 hp

Capacity

Seats: 2

Manufacturer: Pipistrel
Country: Slovenia
On the US register: 4
Registered in: Brazil, New Zealand, Australia, United States, Canada
Official website: pipistrel.si

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Virus SW prices

Asking prices of those for sale now, US dollars

Asking prices for the 9 Pipistrel Virus SW aircraft for sale with a price run from $106,334 to $208,859, with a median of $138,000. Half ask between $111,000 and $155,000.

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By year built
Built	For sale	Median asking	Range	Median hours
2010–2014	4	$109,000	$106,334 – $159,000	600
2015–2019	2	$146,000	$137,674 – $154,900	–
2020–2024	3	$151,000	$117,526 – $208,859	600
2025–2029	5	–	–	–

Virus SW running costs

$226 an hour

Hours a year Aircraft value (USD)

A year
	Low	Typical	High
Fuel	$4,228	$5,330	$6,272
Oil	$80	$100	$130
Engine overhaul reserve	$800	$867	$1,167
Annual inspection and maintenance	$2,500	$3,500	$4,500
Hangar	$3,000	$6,300	$9,600
Insurance	$1,542	$1,968	$2,394
Depreciation	$2,249	$4,498	$6,747

Total	$14,399	$22,563	$30,810
Per hour	$144	$226	$308