Porto Aviation Risen SV 916
Piston • single engine • Low Wing • Retractable gear
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Mission Profile
215
KTAS
Cruise Speed
2
Occupants
907
nm
Max Range
420
lbs
Wet Payload
About the Porto Aviation Risen SV 916
Key Features for GA Buyers
The Risen SV 916 SuperVeloce is marketed as the “fastest ultralight in the world,” designed for pilots who prioritize pure speed and efficiency. Manufactured by the Porto Aviation Group (formerly Swiss Excellence), it features a sleek, carbon-fiber airframe optimized for aerodynamic efficiency with a glide ratio of 20:1.
- Record-Breaking Speed: Powered by the turbocharged Rotax 916 iS (160 hp), the SuperVeloce can cruise at 215 knots TAS at FL180, performance that rivals or exceeds many high-performance certified singles (like the Cirrus SR22) at a fraction of the fuel burn.
- Efficiency: Even at high speeds, the fuel consumption is remarkably low (approx. 6.9 gph at 75% power). Eco-cruise settings can extend the range significantly (over 1,400 nm).
- Cabin & Tech: It features a 48-inch wide cabin (comparable to a Cessna 182), a motorized canopy, and a glass cockpit.
- Safety: Standard equipment includes a ballistic parachute and crash-resistant fuel cells.
Trade-offs
- Classification: As an Ultralight/LSA/Experimental category aircraft, it is subject to different operational restrictions than standard certified aircraft, depending on the country of registration.
- Complex Gear: The retractable landing gear adds complexity and insurance considerations compared to fixed-gear sport planes.
- Handling: The short wings (26.9 ft on the SV model) and V-tail design offer responsive handling that may require transition training for pilots used to stable, high-wing trainers.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Wingspan
- 26.9 ft
- Length
- 22.3 ft
- Height
- 8.0 ft
Weights
- Max Takeoff Weight
- 1,378 lbs
- Max Landing Weight
- 1,378 lbs
- Useful Load
- 606 lbs
- Fuel Capacity
- 31 gal
Performance
- Cruise Speed
- 215 KTAS
- Range
- 907 NM
- Service Ceiling
- 23,000 ft
- Rate of Climb
- 2200 fpm
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