The Piper Super Cub is an American multi-purpose aircraft known for its excellent STOL (Short Take Off and Landing) capabilities. This aircraft type has been used for everything from liaison and reconnaissance to training and observation, and could operate from short, primitive airstrips near the front lines.

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The aircraft coming to the Airshow was built in 1951 as a military L-18C Super Cub and served, among other places, in the French Air Force during the early Cold War. After many years abroad, the aircraft arrived in Norway in 1982 and has been based at Sola since 1999.

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Facts about the Super Cub:

• Country: USA
• Engine: Lycoming O-235
• Wingspan: 10.7 meters
• Top speed: approx. 210 km/h

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Super Cub

The aircraft represents an important part of classic post-war liaison and observation aircraft history. With its low weight, simple construction, and excellent flight characteristics, the Super Cub remains one of the world's most popular bush and vintage aircraft.