Swift Aircraft
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| Company type | Private limited company[1] |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aerospace |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Headquarters | Scottow Enterprise Park, RAF Coltishall, Norfolk, England |
Key people | David Stanbridge (founder and managing director) |
| Products | Certified aircraft, kitplanes |
| Parent | Swift Technology Group |
| Website | SwiftAircraft.com |
Swift Aircraft Limited is a British aerospace company engaged in the design of the Swift II aerobatic trainer.
Swift II
The Swift II is a two-seat aerobatic and training aircraft featuring side-by-side seating, currently nearing the completion of its design phase. Swift Aircraft intends to offer the Swift II to both military and civilian aviation sectors once available. Constructed entirely from composite materials, the aircraft aims to reduce weight and enhance performance. Tooling for manufacturing was projected to begin by the end of 2011, with an initial release as a kit followed by certification to meet official standards. The planned Swift series includes:
- Swift II (certified CS-23)
- Swift VLA (certified CS-VLA)
- Swift VLA (kit plane)
Other activities
In 2008, Swift acquired fellow UK composite aircraft producer, Europa Aircraft.[2]
Additionally, the company offers sales and leasing services for the Slingsby T67 Firefly. In June 2011, it purchased 22 units from Babcock Defence Services following their withdrawal from the British military’s elementary flying training programme.[3] While Swift provides maintenance and support for the Firefly, it does not hold the type certificate, which was revoked from its previous owner, Marshall Group.[4]
In June 2019, local authorities approved the reopening of the runway at the former RAF Coltishall, where Swift Aircraft operates. This authorisation permits production of up to 98 aircraft annually and allows for eight daily flights from the former airbase.
Current Situation
The current progress of the Swift II remains unclear. Although the company announced in 2023 that the initial prototype was scheduled for a 2024 flight, this timeline has since been extended to 2025.
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