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1 FEB 07: ALPHA ARRIVES!

First of new 160hp aerobatic from New Zealand due in UK

THE first of the new breed of Alpha aerobatic training aircraft will arrive in the UK this month (February). It is a top spec model, the 160hp 160AI, which has been sold to a private buyer by UK distributor, Mistral Aviation.

The Alpha range of 120hp and 160hp two-seaters has been developed from the former Robin 2160 by New Zealand company Alpha Aviation, based at the booming General Aviation airport at Hamilton. Many improvements have been made to the range based on owner comments, say the company.

John Kistner, boss of Mistral, told LOOP that several of the 120T model will follow in the first half of 2007, all sold. This model is expected to be in demand from flying schools looking for training aircraft - many already operate the Robin 2160.

Apha Aviation has also just received type certification for the 160A from the US FAA, in addition to that already issued by the NZ and European authorities.

Alpha Aviation managing director Richard Sealy told LOOP: "Our aircraft have already proven to be of considerable interest to United States aero clubs and flying schools.

"In the world of aviation, FAA certification is the equivalent of the Pope's blessing. Alpha Aviation has now really arrived on the international aviation stage."

W: www.mistralaviation.co.uk

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