NL EN FR DE Instagram Facebook Linkedin Twitter Sonaca 200 Models News About us Medias Contact Product overview Backed by Sonaca group's experience (over eighty years of experience in aerostructure), Sonaca Aircraft has developed and marketed the Sonaca 200, a certified two-seater aircraft that combines in-flight performance with reduced operational costs. Designed in close collaboration with the stakeholders in the field (Flying clubs, Flying Schools, Private Pilots,...), the Sonaca 200 meets first and foremost the general aviation and training sector’s needs. The Sonaca 200 is a two-seater low-wing aircraft with an all-metal structure and a 750 kg maximum take-off weight. Its classic structure is composed of frames, spars and sheets made of advanced aluminum alloy, which provides very effective protection against corrosion. BOOK A FLIGHT TEST Specifications Structure Engine Instrumentation Systems Performances The Sonaca 200 has a semi-rigid aluminum structure (spar, frame and skin covering construction). The fuselage, wing, and vertical stabilizer are made of aluminum alloy, while the main landing gear consists of a single aluminum alloy arch designed to withstand 6G loads. The structure is designed to be highly corrosion resistant, due to careful selection of optimum aluminum alloys and use of correct drainage, sealants and corrosion inhibitors. The choice of the riveting assembly is driven by the willingness to provide easy and standard repairs included in the Sonaca 200 standard repair manual. The two separate tanks with a usable capacity of 70 liters are integrated in the wings, in front of the main spar. The wings are equipped with electric flaps. Its classic horizontal plane includes an empennage and an elevator. Its elevator is also equipped with a manual trim. The structure is equipped with a large number of inspection hatches that can be quickly opened for easy maintenance. Some are hinged to optimize light maintenance. Safety To ensure the safety and longevity of our aircraft, we have chosen to use proven technologies. The all-metal riveted structure provides a strong frame that is easy to repair in case of damage, a popular feature among schools and flying clubs. All the dimensioning is based on advanced digital simulations that the Sonaca group has used for many years to calculate and dimension the components of aircraft structures such as Airbus, Embraer, Boeing, Dassault commercial aircraft. Instead of looking for performance at high speed, we have adapted the wing’s profile to achieve a progressive and stable behavior at low speed and especially in a stall, thus reducing the risk of a spin start. The large control surfaces offer great agility and reactivity while guaranteeing the aircraft’s stability. Thanks to the steerable nose wheel, the Sonaca 200 is very easy to steer when taxiing on any surface (hard/grass), thus avoiding premature brake wear. The sturdy landing gear is specially designed for intensive use on unprepared or grassy runways Performances The general aerodynamic profile of the Sonaca 200 and the adapted engine allow short take-offs, high climb rates and a comfortable cruising speed for long trips. Thanks to the new generation engine and optimized aerodynamic lines, the fuel consumption is very economical. In addition to avgas, mogas can be used, offering more cost effective operation and significantly reduced lead emissions. The large control surfaces and the ground clearance at the wing tips allows crosswind landings of up to 20 kts. The low empty weight combined with the 750 kg of maximum take-off weight give a comfortable margin for payload. Design Exterior Interior With its attractive, modern lines, the Sonaca 200 combines aesthetics and functionality, and its stability and agility can be seen at first glance. In particular, the slender engine cowling was designed to maximize propeller efficiency. Its wings tips have an optimized elliptical shape that reduces aerodynamic drag, while its wide canopy ensures perfect 360-degree visibility, especially when combined with the rear windows. A wide range of colors is available to customize your aircraft according to your tastes or corporate colors. Landing gear is available with or without cowling, on request and depending on your operational needs and constraints.With its very attractive and modern lines, the Sonaca 200 is offering a link between form and function, instantly suggesting swiftness and agility. In particular, the sharp engine cowling was designed to increase propeller efficiency to its maximum. The efficient winglets have an optimized elliptic shape to reduce aerodynamic drag, and the large bubble canopy ensures perfect all-around visibility, especially combined with the rear windows. A large palette of colors is available to personalize your aircraft according to your taste, or your organization’s color code. The landing gear is available with or without spats, on request, depending on your operational needs and constrains. Guaranteed after-sale service Sonaca Aircraft is not only certified to design and manufacture aircraft; the company provides its customers and maintenance centers with an online platform ("MySonaca") which has over 400 spare parts in stock, as well as a dedicated Sonaca Aircraft team who is available and reachable 7 days a week. 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