Savback Helicopters and GHT close to ‘unveiling’ evolved ultralight helicopter

Sweden’s Savback Helicopters and Italy’s GHT are working together on a new product that they say will “excite the worlds of ultralight aircraft ownership and flying training”. The family-owned companies are re-imagining the concept of the ultralight helicopter. Equipped with full-authority digital engine control (FADEC), a system unique in its class, the new ultralight delivers turboshaft efficiency and reliability alongside performance including speed in excess of 100 knots (185km/h) and a 255 nautical mile (472km) range. Competitively priced among high-end, turbine-engined ultralight helicopters, the aircraft will be available to buy soon. “Thanks to the collaboration with the Savback Helicopter Team,