Albastar Ltd
| Company type | Private company |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aerospace |
| Founded | 1993 |
| Founder | Pavel Potočnik |
| Headquarters | Begunje na Gorenjskem , Slovenia |
| Products | Gliders, light aircraft, aircraft components, propellers, wind turbine blades |
Albastar Ltd: Slovenian Aircraft Manufacturer
Albastar Ltd (also known as Albastar d.o.o.) is an aircraft producer based in Slovenia, established in 1993 by Pavel Potočnik, a former employee of Elan. Initially located in Zgornje Gorje, the company's headquarters have since relocated to Begunje na Gorenjskem. Albastar focuses on designing and manufacturing gliders and light aircraft, offering fully assembled planes ready for flight. Additionally, the firm undertakes subcontracted production of aircraft components for other aerospace manufacturers.
Over time, Albastar has developed several proprietary models, including the now-discontinued Albastar A1 motorglider and the Albastar Apis sailplane. Presently, their main production model is the Albastar AS, a self-launching sailplane available in two variants: one with a wingspan of 13.5 m (44.3 ft) conforming to the FAI 13.5 m Class, and another with an 18 m (59.1 ft) wingspan designed for the FAI Open Class.
In collaboration with other aerospace companies, Albastar notably contributed to the development of the Pipistrel Sinus motor glider by completing most of its aerodynamic design work. The company continues to manufacture wings not only for the Sinus but also for the Pipistrel Virus and Pipistrel Taurus models.
Beyond aircraft manufacturing, Albastar has diversified its production capabilities to include propellers tailored for ultralight trikes and blades used in wind turbines for electricity generation.
Aircraft
| Model designation | Maiden flight | Quantity produced | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albastar A1 | Single-seat motor glider with mid-wing and T-tail configuration | ||
| Albastar Apis | 2000 | Single-seat glider | |
| Albastar AS | Self-launching sailplane designed for one pilot |
References
External links
- Official website – previous address
- Official website – current address since 2014
- Archived company website on Archive.org