Hyderabad: Indian skies may soon see a small aircraft flying on mogas (motor gasoline) or petrol. The two-seater has a single propeller at the back of the cabin and will be used for training, surveillance, and adventure sport.
“It can run on 91-octane unleaded petrol. It fits well for India and will change the cost dynamics. It will prove that flying is not just a rich man’s luxury,” Bimal Sareen, Director of the Delhi-based OIS (Offset India Solutions), told Business Line . “The position of the propeller gives a clear view of the surroundings, making it easier for reconnaissance and surveillance,” Sareen said.Sareen refused to say how much the plane costs. The 7.6-metre long, 2.6 metre high Sky Arrow has a wingspan of 9.7 and will be in India by February next year. OIS AeroSpace , OIS’ civil and military aviation business unit, has signed an agreement with the Italian firm Magnaghi Aeronatuica to sell its Sky Arrow aircraft.
Read News in full 13/03/14 KV Kurmanath/Business Line
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