Cub Trio Aims to Fill the Sky with LSA

bydanjohnson

Tuesday, January 06, 2009 at 01:25 AM ET

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The classic Cub aircraft design is seeing a resurgence in popularity with the emergence of multiple Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA) versions.
Prominent LSA Cub models include the Legend Cub (the first to receive SLSA certification), Savage Cub, and CubCrafters Sport Cub.
These LSA Cubs differentiate themselves primarily through their engine choices, offering options such as the Continental O-200, Jabiru 3300, and Rotax 912S.
All LSA Cub models boast modern improvements over the original J-3, including electric starting, enhanced performance, and increased comfort.

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Caught in reflection at the St. Louis EAA Sport Pilot Tour, the Legend Cub was the first to win Special Light-Sport Aircraft (SLSA) certification. Click for more Legend Cub info.

Triplet LSA Cubs entering the market show the popularity of this venerable design. First approved as an SLSA was the Legend Cub which offers many features desired by those who love J-3 Cubs. Shortly after Legend came approval for the Savage Cub and the CubCrafters Sport Cub
should follow soon. Watch for my review of all three in EAA’s October 2005 Sport Pilot and Light-Sport Aircraft magazine. One differentiating factor between the three are their choices of engine. Both Legend and CubCrafters use the 100-hp Continental O-200 while Legend plans to offer the 120-hp Jabiru 3300 as well. Savage offers the 100-hp Rotax 912S. All offer electric starting (not on an original Piper J-3) and each has significantly improved performance and comfort.