Comco Ikarus Ikarus C42 ultralight aircraftIkarus C42
Training & utility. The most widely used ultralight trainer in the world: forgiving, economical and easy to maintain.
Why the Ikarus C42?
The C42 is the aircraft most of our students learn on. Stable, honest in its handling and inexpensive to operate, it is just as good for flying clubs and utility work.
Design
A high wing for visibility and shade, side-by-side seats with dual controls, and a robust airframe that is at home on short grass strips.
Performance
The bars share one scale across our fleet, so you can compare the Ikarus C42 directly with the other aircraft we support.
Manufacturer data for a typical configuration, confirmed for your aircraft.
- Cruise speed95 KTAS
- Rate of climb1000 ft/min
- Range with reserve500 NM
Cockpit & avionics
Analogue or glass panel, dual controls and a large door on each side. Simple systems that students understand quickly.
Engine
Rotax 912 ULS, 100 hp: the most proven engine in light aviation, with low fuel burn and servicing we do in-house.
Ikarus C42 specifications
Figures are confirmed for each delivered configuration. Ask an advisor for the full data sheet.
| Seats | 2, side by side |
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| Wingspan | 9.45 m |
| Length | 6.2 m |
| Airframe | Aluminium tube and composite, high wing |
| Engine | Rotax 912 ULS, 100 hp |
| Maximum take-off weight | 600 kg |
| Cruise | 95 KTAS |
| Stall speed, flaps down | 35 KIAS |
| Rate of climb | 1,000 ft/min |
| Fuel capacity | 65 L |
| Range | 500 NM |
| Take-off roll | 100 m |
Who it's built for
Flight training
The primary aircraft of our academy.
Flying clubs
Low operating cost for shared ownership.
Utility & observation
Survey, patrol and photography missions.
Own a Ikarus C42
Buy new, buy inspected, or let us handle the sale. Either way, the team that delivers the aircraft stays with it for years.
New aircraft
Order a new C42 configured for training or private flying.
Pre-owned
Inspected aircraft with maintenance records.
Fleet support
Maintenance packages for schools and clubs.
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Maintenance support
Scheduled maintenance, inspections, repairs and parts for training fleets and private owners.
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Training
The C42 is our primary trainer, from first lesson to licence.
Flight academy
Questions
Not answered here? Ask an advisor directly.
Why is the C42 so popular for training?
It is stable, forgiving and economical, with side-by-side dual controls and simple systems, which makes learning faster and less expensive.
What engine does the C42 use?
Usually the Rotax 912 ULS (100 hp). We service Rotax engines in-house.
Can I learn to fly on the C42 with you?
Yes. It is the primary trainer at our academy. Start with a discovery flight or apply on the training page.
Fly the Ikarus C42 yourself.
No spec sheet replaces a few minutes at the controls. Book a demo flight or ask for the full information pack; an aircraft advisor will contact you personally.
Your request doesn't commit you to anything.