Super 18 Model S18-180 Explained

The Super 18 Model S18-180 is an FAA type certificated light aircraft evolved from the Piper PA-18 Super Cub.[1]

Design and development

The Super 18-180 is a strut-braced, high-wing monoplane with conventional landing gear. The fuselage is constructed with welded steel tubing with aircraft fabric covering. The design is based on the Piper PA-18 with improvements. These include a wide cabin, slotted leading edges and enlarged flaps.[2]

The Super 18-180 was FAA type certificated in 2009.[3]

Variants

Dakota Cub Super 18
  • Dakota Cub is operated as a separate company building the experimental homebuilt variant of the Super 18 series.

    Notes and References

    1. Web site: Super 18 receives type certificate. 23 July 2012.
    2. Web site: Super 18-180 Specifications. 23 July 2012.
    3. Web site: Super 18 Type Certificate. 23 July 2012.

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