Aircraft overview

The Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen is a two-seat, high-wing light sport aircraft from Aeroprakt, the Ukrainian manufacturer known for simple, efficient touring and training aircraft. Developed from the company’s earlier A-22 line and brought to market in the mid 2010s, the Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen was designed to offer a cleaner airframe, improved cruise performance and a more refined cross-country role while retaining the low operating costs associated with Rotax-powered LSAs and microlights. It is typically registered in light sport, microlight or ultralight categories depending on the country, so buyers should verify the applicable certification basis and maximum takeoff weight for the individual aircraft.

Performance & specifications

Typical Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen performance is centered on economical touring rather than high-speed travel. With the common Rotax 912 ULS 100 hp engine, cruise speeds are often quoted around 105 to 115 knots depending on propeller, weight and configuration. Published range figures are commonly in the area of 500 to 600 nautical miles with reserves, again dependent on fuel capacity and operating profile. Useful load varies by registration category, installed equipment and empty weight, making the individual weight and balance report important. The design is normally associated with a service ceiling around 13,000 feet. Fuel burn is usually consistent with the Rotax 912 class, giving the aircraft its appeal for owners focused on low hourly cost.

Cabin & avionics

The cabin seats two side by side under a high wing, with good outward visibility, large doors and straightforward ground handling. Compared with earlier Aeroprakt models, the A-32 Vixxen has a more streamlined fuselage and a touring-oriented layout. Baggage capacity and payload should be checked carefully, particularly on aircraft fitted with parachute systems, larger panels or additional equipment. Avionics vary widely by market and build specification. Used examples may have analog flight instruments, Dynon SkyView, Garmin G3X Touch, MGL glass panels, VHF radio, Mode S transponder, ADS-B equipment or a combination of these. Garmin Perspective and G1000 suites are not typical installations for this model.

Buying & value

Prospective buyers should review airframe hours, engine hours, Rotax maintenance history, propeller condition, landing gear wear, composite fairings, corrosion protection and the status of any ballistic recovery parachute. Confirm whether the aircraft is an A-32 Vixxen, not an A-22 or A-32L variant, as specifications and market values differ. Common upgrades include glass avionics, ground-adjustable or in-flight-adjustable propellers where permitted, cabin heating, wheel fairings, upgraded radios and parachute systems. In the used market, the Aeroprakt A-32 Vixxen generally sits above older basic LSAs but below newer premium factory-built touring aircraft. Current PlaneFox listing data shows an average asking price of about EUR 106,000, with observed asking prices from EUR 85,000 to EUR 125,000.