The SPORT 2000 - Australian LightWing - 2 Seat Aircraft
The Hughes Group of Companies has been producing a range of highly respected and admired high wing aircraft since 1986. There are many configurations available to suit your aviation needs. Whether you require aircraft for flight training, business requirements, traversing your outback property or for leisure, we are happy to help you design your perfect aircraft with the Australian LightWing expertise.
Our fully built aircraft are certificated to the LSA standard and can carry either VH or RA-Aus registration. Features of The GR SPORT Range include engine and propellor options, heliview features, glass cockpit and navigational equipment, as well as interior style, and endless options for your paintwork and exterior design.

Our aircraft are used in some of Australia's leading flying schools and by some of Australia's most successful farmers.

The 2-Seat GR-912 Tail Wheel LightWing
ALW SPORT 2000 & GR-912 Specifications (view/dowload .pdf)
In both the tail wheel version (the GR-912) and the nose wheel version, the ALW SPORT 2000 is a super user-friendly high wing monoplane. Construction consists of a riveted alloy wing partly covered with aircraft fabric (part alloy), combined with a welded, light weight steel fuselage - also part composite, part fabric covered. The welded steel fuselage provides a high degree of protection in the event of an accident, while the slow stall speed (35kts) reduces momentum, adding to safety.

Economical Cruise Speed is 75kts for both aircraft and a maximum cruise speed is 85kts.
Range is a little over three hours, with two wing-mounted fuel tanks of 30L each. Both the SPORT 2000 and the GR-912 are designed to meet some of the highest standards in the world.
Configurations
Aircraft Title |
Power Plant |
Seats |
Wing |
UnderCarriage |
Wingspan |
Cockpit Width |
SPORT 2000 |
GR 912 |
2 Seat |
High Wing |
Nose Wheel |
9.5M |
1.06M |
GR 912 |
GR 912 uls |
2 Seat |
High Wing |
Tail Wheel |
9.5M |
1.06M |
GR 912-s |
Gr 912-s |
2 Seat |
High Wing |
Tail Wheel |
9.5M |
1.06M |
Performance
Aircraft Title |
Range |
Cruise |
Load |
SPORT 2000 |
3.2hrs |
85kts |
600kgs |
GR 912 |
3.2hrs |
85kts |
600kgs |
GR 912-s |
3.2hrs |
85kts |
600kgs |
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GR 582 Amphibious LightWing - 2-Seat High Wing
The Amphibious LightWing is an aircraft with retractable wheels fitted inside the floats.

GR 582 Float Plane - 2-Seat
The Float plane features floats only - no retractable wheels.
The small vertical helicopter-style dash, and added forward windows, were added to the Australian LightWing to provide extra forward visibility for aerial inspection. We call it the 'Heliview' Cockpit.
Floats and Amphibious floats are available for LSA approved aircraft, and we can custom design your own unique colour scheme and add a personalised name to your aircraft. Ask for a colour chart when placing your order.
Also, nose wheel floats are available with our new Quad Tunnel design.

Insurance for our aircraft is not a problem and can be obtained in Australia through Chamberlains or the Aviation Underwriting Pool for as little as $1500 P/A - Ask Howie for a quote.
Premium funding insurance makes it easier as the annual premium can be paid in monthly installments.
Specifications
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Aircraft Title |
Features |
Power Plant |
Seats |
Wing |
Undercarriage |
Wingspan |
Cockpit Width |
SPEED 2000 |
Glass Cockpit & VIP Prop |
912 s |
2 seat |
Low wing |
Nose/Tail Wheel |
8.7M |
1.15M |
SPEED 4000 |
Glass Cockpit & VIP Prop |
Lycombing, Superior, Continental. |
4 seat |
Low Wing |
Nose/Tail Wheel |
8.7M |
1.15M |
SPEED 6000 |
Glass Cockpit, Trutrac Autopilot. |
Supermarine V6, Supermarine V8 or Io360 Lycombing or Turbine |
6 seat |
Low Wing |
Tail Wheel |
Please Visit the SP6000 Website for more info |
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High Wing Range |
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SPORT 2000 |
Heli View |
GR 912 |
2 Seat |
High Wing |
Nose Wheel |
9.5M |
1.06M |
GR 912 |
Perfect Farm aircraft |
GR 912 80hp |
2 Seat |
High Wing |
Tail Wheel |
9.5M |
1.06M |
GR 912-s |
Perfect for Training & Commuting |
Gr 912-s 100hp |
2 Seat |
High Wing |
Tail Wheel |
9.5M |
1.06M |
GR 582 |
Short Take-off |
2 Stroke |
2 Seat |
High Wing |
Tail Wheel |
9.5M |
1.06M |
GR 582 |
Amphibious (Floats with wheels) |
Rotax 582 |
2 Seat |
High Wing |
Tail Wheel |
9.5M |
1.06M |
GR 582 |
Float Plane |
Rotax 582 |
2 Seat |
High Wing |
Tail Wheel |
9.5M |
1.06M |
Single Seat Range |
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Pocket Rocket |
Enclosed single seat Aircraft |
Rotax 582, 2 stroke |
1 Seat or tandem |
High Wing |
Tail Wheel |
7.3M |
1.06M |
912 Pocket Rocket XP
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Wider cockpit |
Gr 912 |
1 Seat or tandem |
High Wing |
Tail Wheel |
7.3M |
1.06M |
PR Bipe - BiPlane
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Bi Plane |
Rotax 582/912/912-s |
1 Seat |
High & Low Wing
|
Tail Wheel |
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1.06M |
PR Breeze |
Open Cockpit. Very economical. Perfect Starters Aircraft |
Rotax 582/912/912-s |
1 Seat |
High Wing |
Tail Wheel |
7.3M |
1.06M |
Configurations
Specifications
Registration Options:
90% of our factory built aircraft are registered with the Australian Ultralight Federation.
This is a great group of sports aviation enthusiasts and can be found at www.auf.asm.au.
You can also VH register your aircraft with CASA fully built aircraft.
Please visit the RA-Aus website for specific details on registration ~ www.auf.asn.au
Innovative Products:
Testimonials:
Peter says the use of the LightWing on his 100,000 ha property at Bourke halved the wear on his 4WD and also cut to
quarter the time taken to find and move stock.
Peter's back gate was a three-hour drive in his Toyota (oh what a feeling) or a 20-minute flight in the Australian LightWing (oh what a better feeling!)
Downloads:
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