In the early 1990s, French designer Christophe Robin engineered the CR100, a light multi-purpose aircraft, for the company Dyn’Aéro. This model was a two-seater low-wing monoplane, initially powered by a Lycoming O-360 engine producing 180 hp (135 kW). This design marked the beginning of a versatile aircraft series.
Development and First Flight
The first flight of the CR100 took place on August 27, 1992. Following the initial production version, three additional modifications were launched: the CR100T, which featured a tricycle landing gear; the CR110, powered by a 200 hp Lycoming engine; and the CR120, sharing the same powerplant as the CR110 but with a reduced wingspan.
Versatility and Production
The CR100 and its variants were designed for a wide range of uses, including training in flight schools, tourist flights, and sports aerobatic performances. Over ten years of series production, nearly 40 assembly kits were sold. Most of these units were acquired by private individuals, while two were designated for the French Air Force.
According to the French civil aircraft registry, as of 2010, there were thirteen CR100s, one CR.100T, and two CR.120s recorded in service. This figure highlights the continued presence and utility of the series in the civil airspace.
Technical Specifications
| Modification | CR100 |
| Wingspan, m | 8.50 |
| Length, m | 7.10 |
| Height, m | 1.80 |
| Wing area, m2 | 10.83 |
| Empty weight | 560 |
| Maximum takeoff weight | 850 |
| Engine type | 1 Piston engine Lycoming O-360 |
| Power, hp | 1 x 180 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 316 |
| Cruising speed, km/h | 260 |
| Practical range, km | 480 |
| Rate of climb, m/min | 480 |
| Crew | 2 |
Image gallery of the Dyn’Aéro CR100
