Recreational · Platform Cavalon
Cavalon
An elegant side-by-side gyroplane — travel together in the comfort of an enclosed cabin.
Pure craftsmanship — Made in Germany
The side-by-side Cavalon combines stunning looks with stellar performance. It flies smoothly, with low vibration, is very fast and remains economical. It is built for shared journeys — pilot and passenger sit shoulder to shoulder and discover the world from above together.
The tough carbon and glass-fibre body withstands the rigours of day-to-day use and is always ready to fly at the turn of a key. Maintenance is easy, with quick-release cowlings giving access to the configurable, low-maintenance Rotax 914, 915 or 916 series engines. Aluminium rotors are chosen for their robustness and reliability in any weather — unlike composite rotors.
Safety comes first
Occupant safety is AutoGyro's main priority, starting with the proven safety cell concept. Many duplicated safety systems are available as well: dual oil pressure and fire warnings, dual coolant temperature and fuel warnings, multiple radio fitment and ADS-B.
The Cavalon holds national approvals and a full standard category of airworthiness, making it a safe, internationally recognised aircraft. Its proven safety and certifications are why the Turkish Jandarma chose Cavalons for its gyroplane fleet.
Make it your own
The Cavalon comes with a vast array of options to tailor the aircraft to you: body colours, interior packages, Rotax engine versions and more specialised equipment such as amphibious floats. Tell us how you want to fly and we will help you find the right configuration.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions: L × W × H (excluding rotor) | 4.6 × 1.9 × 2.8 m (15.1 × 6.2 × 9.2 ft) |
| Rotor diameter | 8.4 m / 8.6 m / 8.8 m (27.6 / 28.2 / 28.9 ft) |
| Empty weight | 325 kg (715 lb) |
| MTOM (maximum take-off mass) | 560–600 kg (1,235–1,323 lb) |
| Engine | Rotax 914 UL / 915 iS / 916 iS ¹ |
| Take-off distance | 110 m (360 ft) ² |
| Take-off distance to clear a 15 m obstacle | 260 m (850 ft) |
| Max. endurance | up to 5.5 h ³ |
| Max. range | up to 600 km (370 mi) ⁴ |
| Cruise speed | 90–185 km/h (55–115 mph) |
| Max. speed (VNE) | 195 km/h (120 mph) |
| Fuel capacity | 100 L (26.4 US gal) |
| Complies with | BUT (Germany), BCAR Section T (UK), ASRA (Australia), CCAR-21 (China), US Primary Category, US Experimental Category |
- ¹ 914 UL engine variant for special orders only (data available separately). For the Swiss market the 915 iS is limited to 120 hp.
- ² 560 kg standard take-off weight on short grass, ISA conditions. Swiss gyroplanes have reduced power, with a 210 m take-off distance.
- ³ Typical aircraft configuration: 1 pilot (80 kg), 40 L fuel, 2,000 ft MSL.
- ⁴ Typical aircraft configuration: 1 pilot (80 kg), full tank, 2,000 ft MSL.
- Figures reflect basic aircraft capability. Actual performance and limitations depend on national airworthiness requirements — ask us for details.
Pilot Operating Handbook (POH) — Cavalon (opens the manufacturer's website)
Gallery
Manufacturer's material: AutoGyro GmbH, Hildesheim.
Let's talk about your mission
We will match the model and equipment to your needs — from recreational flying to public-service missions.