PIPER PA-18 SUPER CUB
Classic Taildragger. Bush Flying Spirit.
Overview
The Piper PA-18 Super Cub (HB-PRT) is alpaviation's tailwheel aircraft - a legendary bush plane that has been exploring the world's most remote airstrips since 1949. With tandem seating, 150 HP, and incredible short-field performance (152 m takeoff), it offers a completely different flying experience from modern trainers.
Specifications
Registrations
HB-PRT
Homebase
Bern-Belp Airport (LSZB)
Engine
Lycoming O-320
Fleet Size
1 aircraft
VFR Essentials
The Super Cub keeps it simple - basic VFR instruments and a single VHF COM radio. Flying this aircraft is about stick-and-rudder skills, not button management. It's pure, unfiltered aviation.
- Basic VFR flight instruments
- Single VHF COM radio
- ELT
- Tailwheel configuration
- No GPS, no autopilot - pure flying
Training Programmes
The Super Cub is used exclusively for tailwheel endorsement training. Learning to manage a taildragger on the ground and in crosswinds builds fundamental stick-and-rudder skills that make you a better pilot in any aircraft.
Our Piper PA-18 Super Cub Fleet
1 identical aircraft - same avionics, same configuration, consistent training experience.
HB-PRT
Piper PA-18 Super Cub
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Frequently Asked Questions
01Why fly a taildragger?
02Is the Super Cub difficult to fly?
Ready to Fly?
Book a discovery flight in the Piper PA-18 Super Cub and experience modern flight training first-hand.