Pitts S-2B

The two-place Pitts Special S-2B can be flown competitively in unlimited class competition. It is ideal for advanced aerobatic instruction and is our most popular model. 

Most students who have learned in slower, less responsive aerobatic aircraft find the Pitts simply requires less work to perform manoeuvres accurately. Put simply, Pitts pilots have more fun!

The S-2B is obviously capable of highly advanced manoeuvres, yet is easy enough to fly for pilots just beginning their aerobatic training.

The S-2B has been superseded by the S-2C and is no longer in production. However, Aviat Aircraft carries a full line of  original manufacturer's spare  parts.

specifications
 
powerplant
propeller
length
height
wing span
wing area
seats
empty weight
 useful load
gross weight
fuel capacity
range		 Lycoming AEIO-540, 260 hp
 The Claw by Hartzell, C/S, composite three-blade, 78 in dia
 17' 9"
 6' 5"
 20'
 127.5 sq ft
2
 1,155 lb
 545 lb
1700 lb
 29 gal
 284 st. miles

performance

takeoff distance, ground roll
rate of climb
max speed
cruise speed
landing distance, ground roll
 service ceiling		 554 ft
 2,900 fpm
 169 kt
 150 KTAS
 750 ft
x

limiting and recommended speeds

design manoeuvring speed (Va)
never exceed speed (Vne)
stall, power off (Vsl)
landing approach speed 		KIAS 134
 KIAS 185
 KIAS 56
x

All specifications are based on manufacturer's calculations