Top 5 Homebuilt Bush Planes Starting At $27,000

Bush airplanes are known for their amazing short takeoff and short landing capabilities. But like any other aircraft in GA, cost can get up there for a certified bush plane like the Cubcrafter for example. A brand new Cub is north of $300,000. If you don’t have $300,000 to spend, there are plenty of good options in the experimental market. Here are 5 awesome Experimental Bush Planes you can buy and or build for a fraction of the cost.

KITFOX
Engine: 80HP - 180HP
Speed: 120 mph
Range: 612 miles
Kit Starting Price: $30k

BUSHCAT
Engine: 80HP-100HP
Speed: 120 mph
Range: 669 miles
Price: $27k

SLING TSI HIGH WING
Engine: 140HP
Speed: 150 mph
Range: 800 miles
Kit Starting Price: N/A

SUPERSTOL XL
Engine: 100HP - 180 HP
Speed: 100 mph
Range: 500 miles
Kit Starting Price: $44,300

DRACO
Engine: 680 HP
Speed: 180 mph
Range: N/A
Kit Starting Price: N/A

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[mojogrip]

Draco is an experimental aircraft y'all. That's why it made the list. I can tell who's watching the video and who's just reading video title. Word on the street is that Draco will be back, but hey you didn't hear it from me :)

[karimkanfoudi]

I dont understand how a Sling is a bush plane? Or am I missing something?

[seaneisenbeis]

So the stol plane that got my attention is the one thats show static at beginning of video. But it is never mentioned

[MrWATCHthisWAY]

Draco is no more! As Mike put it, I made a poor decision that day trying to take off in a high crosswind that almost cost me, my wife and a good friend our lives. As pilots we are always learning if we get the chance. I love your smile when you were taking off in the SuperSTOL XL aircraft. Grinning from ear to ear while you were heading for the end of the grass strip that terminates into a small pond and then trees. Knowing that any hiccup would result in a splashdown and foliage you were keeping your cool smiling ear to ear. What power that aircraft has and what confidence you had in your pilot. Great footage on all the kit planes except Draco! If I had the money I would build one too!! I think Mike has purchased another white Willga aircraft to replicate Draco! At least that’s what I took away from seeing footage of a Willga aircraft showing up near his hanger?? Fly safe and we can’t wait for you Sling!

[davidmesser]

Very good show today Mike. I was well pleased that you included the Bushcat in today's show. I have had my eye on this Bush plane for a while now. Your photos of the plane were the best that I have seen yet. Thanks again. I am convinced that this is the plane for me. Take care and stay healthy my friend. Vaughn

[michaelosgood]

Thanks Mike for your review of these bushplanes. I like the Kitfox at first glance. Love airplanes you can get into tight spots

[iralandry]

love your show I guess. LOL i have learned a lot watching your videos. thank you for getting the word out about the joy of flying.

[sengwesetogile]

Disregarding true and tried aircraft like the zenith and the highlander only to include an aircraft that has never been built seems kind of fishy imo

[flexairz]

TSi HW is not a bush plane....
This vid became sneak advertising for Sling Aircraft.
Draco has crashed and is no longer with us.

[nhojcam]

Informative! Thank you! I would love to build the Just Aircraft STOL. My dream plane!

[zooknut]

I really wanted to see the plane that was on the thumbnail... What was the Mike? The aircraft with tube tailboom?

[cowboygeologist]

Great video; thanks for posting. That Draco looks amazing!

[jimseals]

Thanks Mike, an interesting look at LSA STOL aircraft. I last flew a Kitfox with a Rotax 503 in 2003. I'm an old guy who no longer flies, but love keeping up with new developments.

[jasonw]

What type of plane was in the photo? It had an exposed frame and single seat.

[bossslapahoe]

Nice one Mike, I'd love a kit fox.

[rjbishop]

Mike - I CANNOT believe you omitted one of the hottest bush planes out there right now- the Rans S-21 Outbound. This airplane is taking the bush community by storm due to it's amazing performance and outstanding engineering from Randy Schlitter. Showing a Draco that no longer exists and missing the Outbound was disappointing.

[steven]

You should look at the Rans S-21 Outbound. It is among the hottest bushplane kits right now.

[slopedouche]

Mojo says a lot of things that are not totally perfect but that’s half the fun!!!

[IsaaF.]

How much to keep in park...can park in my home?

[sprunkadct]

You should do a top 5 best or cheapest 4 seater airplanes