“Advanced Ultralight”
Is an understatement.

The Calypso is a development of a line of Jabiru aircraft started in the mid 80's using their design philosophy and construction methods to meet the requirements of the advanced ultralight and sport plane criteria.

The earlier Jabiru aircraft were factory built but subsequently were packaged as kits for those home builders who like to do it themselves as well as save money.

The performance is exceptional with a low 39 knot stall speed, very short take off and high climb rate, but with a good cross country cruise speed of 90 to 100 kts at 12 to 15 litres per hour fuel burn. This performance is due to the tough, light weight composite construction of the airframe and the equally powerful, light weight aero engines produced by Jabiru.

The aircraft is easy to fly with good stability in all three axis and straight forward stall characteristics. The comfortable seats and 42 inch shoulder width provide the final requirements for a good cross country aircraft.

Visibility is enhanced by the large transparencies incorporated in the design.

The Calypso is very versatile with the capability of being fitted with skis and floats and optional 85 litre fuselage tank or wing tanks for extended range.

In Canada the Calypso is listed in the advanced ultralight category so it can be flown by all pilot licence holders including ultralight.