Parachutes: Not Just For Breakfast Anymore
By Gene Yarbrough
Curti Zefhir, a European helicopter manufacturer, announced their product availability at Airventure 2021 highlighting the safety aspects of their aircraft, performance, and safety systems. Initially introduced to North America at Airventure 2019, Curti continues to innovate their Zefhir helicopter as a major player in the light helicopter market. Powered by the PBS TS100 engine derated to 141 hp from 250 hp, the unit is capable of delivering rated horsepower up to 15000 feet msl while carrying 1322 lb max gross weight.