Bilsam Aviation
| Company type | Spółka z ograniczoną odpowiedzialnością (Polish limited liability company) |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aerospace |
| Fate | Unknown operational status since ~2008 |
| Successor | BOT Aircraft (related consortium formed in 2007) |
| Headquarters | Poznań , Poland |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | Ultralight aircraft, aircraft engines |
Overview
Bilsam Aviation Industries Sp. z o.o. is an aircraft manufacturer headquartered in Poznań, Poland. The firm focuses on the development and production of ultralight aircraft available as plans and kits for enthusiasts engaged in amateur construction, as well as fully assembled aircraft compliant with US FAR 103 Ultralight Vehicles regulations, European Fédération Aéronautique Internationale microlight standards, and US light sport aircraft classifications. Additionally, Bilsam Aviation designs and manufactures proprietary aircraft engines.
The company operates under the legal structure of a Spółka z ograniczoną odpowiedzialnością, which is a Polish limited liability entity.
Product Range
Bilsam's portfolio includes several models such as the Bilsam Sky Walker I and the Sky Walker II powered parachutes, the Bilsam Sky Walker paramotor, as well as fixed-wing microlights like the Bilsam Sky Cruiser and the Bilsam Ultra Cruiser.
Company Status
Since approximately 2008, the official website of Bilsam Aviation has been inactive, leaving the current operational status of the company uncertain. In 2007, a consortium formed by four former importers of Bilsam aircraft established BOT Aircraft. This new entity developed the BOT SC07 Speed Cruiser, which was derived from the design of the Bilsam Sky Cruiser. Despite this development, BOT Aircraft has shown limited activity since 2014.
Aircraft
| Model designation | Maiden flight | Quantity produced | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bilsam Sky Walker I | Single-seat powered parachute | ||
| Bilsam Sky Walker II | Two-seat powered parachute | ||
| Bilsam Sky Walker | Single-seat paramotor | ||
| Bilsam Sky Cruiser | Two-seat microlight | ||
| Bilsam Ultra Cruiser | Single-seat microlight |