IndUS Aviation
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aerospace |
| Founded | 1994 |
| Defunct | 2017 |
| Fate | Ceased operations |
| Headquarters | Dallas , United States |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | Light aircraft (Thorp T-211 and T-111 variants) |
IndUS Aviation was a U.S.-based light aircraft producer established in 1994, with its main office situated at Dallas Executive Airport in Dallas, Texas. The firm specialized in manufacturing versions of the Thorp T-211 and T-111, which were originally created by engineer John Thorp. Production of subassemblies and components was contracted out to the Indian company Taneja Aerospace & Aviation, while final assembly took place at their Dallas location.
The company introduced an enhanced model of the Thorp T-211, known as the Thorpedo LP.
By February 2010, IndUS Aviation had delivered and registered a total of 28 aircraft with the FAA, comprising one T-11 Sky Skooter and 27 units of the T-211.
In the context of the Great Recession, IndUS Aviation initiated a reorganization process in March 2010. This restructuring was still active as of March 2017. By mid-2017, the firm's website was no longer operational, suggesting that the company had likely ceased operations.
Products
- SkySkooter (T-111)
- A light-sport aircraft certified model derived from the T-111, equipped with a Jabiru 2200 engine.
- Thorpedo (T211)
- This light-sport certified aircraft is based on the Thorp T211 and powered by a lighter Jabiru 3300 engine.
- Certified T211
- A version of the Thorp T211 certified by the FAA featuring a Continental O-200A engine. Available in two configurations: one outfitted with VFR avionics and another with IFR instrumentation.
- Thorpedo DP
- A diesel prototype variant introduced in 2008, utilizing a WAM 120 two-stroke inverted diesel engine on the T-211 platform.