The canopy opens straight up and back to make entry and exit of the aircraft easy. You literally step up, stand-up in the cockpit, then sit down.
The cockpit is loaded with Garmin's latest audio panel, Garmin's GNS 530 color moving map GPS, an Icom standby radio, Garmin's GTX327 push-button Transponder, and an S-Tec Autopilot with Altitude Hold. It even has electric trim!
The interior is roomy compared to other 2-seat aircraft on the market. It's leather interior is very comfortable along with adjustable rudder pedals for your comfort too. Additionally, it flies by the use of a stick!
The view is absolutely beautiful. As you can see, the cockpit is slightly forward of the wing which gives you a bird's eye view of your surroundings.
I flew the DA20 for the first time yesterday out over Cades Cove. I couldn't believe how easy it was to fly, to land, and to maneauver. Furthermore, I got a little lazy too putting the autopilot to good use while I took pictures and enjoyed the view. Even as a 6ft tall man, I had plenty of head room, leg room, and side to side room too. Give us a call to give it a try or go online to schedule your checkout flight today!
Till next time....
Brandon Hughett, President
Smoky Mountain Flight Center LLC