6-Seat, High-Performance Bushplane Takes to the Skies with Experienced Bearhawk Pilot
Bearhawk Aircraft has announced the first flight of a full, kit-built Model 5, opening a new era for the company's newest hot rod. Rollie Van Dorn completed the first 25 hours in the completed Bearhawk 5, comparing it to previous entries in the company lineup like the smaller, 2-seat Patrol. The 6-seater is reportedly a total sweetheart, he said. “When maneuvering, the larger Model 5 feels the same as the Patrol. Ailerons actually feel lighter. I expected this build to perform exactly the same as the prototype, and it did without exception.”