The canard configuration is known for its superb stall characteristics and maneuverability, so it is applied to many high performance aircraft. The development of the Firefly is expected to introduce a new design concept and extend the design¡¯s capability.

 
            The Firefly No.1 landed at Antarctica

The Firefly being developed is a pusher type four seat aircraft, whose structures are mainly comprised of composite materials. This aircraft will be cost-effective to manufacture, and easy and safe to fly for training, leisure, and sport. The first prototype demonstrator made its maiden flight in 2001 and has successfully flown 43,000 km.

The Firefly has been exhibited at many air shows including the Oshkosh Air Convention. As a result of upgrades to the Firefly development program, the Firefly became Korea¡¯s first exported civilian in November 2006.


                     The Firefly export model


                                                              Fly test