Frequently Asked Questions
about Xenon Gyros
How many Xenons are flying?
How can you sell Xenons as 99% factory built aircraft?
Are Xenons LSA Aircraft?
Can a Sport Pilot fly a Xenon?
Where do you get your engines?
Where can I demo fly a Xenon?
Where can I get training and how long will it take?
How do I order a Xenon?
How long is the delivery time?
Is the Xenon available as a kit?
How much does it cost per hour to fly a Xenon?
Is insurance available for the Xenon?
How many Xenons are flying?
As of February 2007 there are 22 Xenons flying.
How can you sell Xenons as 99% factory built aircraft?
Xenons can be sold 99% factory built as experimental LSA aircraft until January 31,
2008. After that date they will be offered as a kit.
Are Xenons LSA Aircraft?
Xenons are very light weight and qualify as LSA aircraft
Can a Sport Pilot fly a Xenon?
Yes, a Sport Pilot can fly a Xenon as long as it is registered as E-LSA.
Where do you get your engines?
All our engines are brand new Rotax aircraft engines. Xenon does not use
engines from junk yards like many manufacturers.
Where can I demo fly a Xenon?
You can demo a Xenon at any of the major airshows or make an appointment to
visit one of our dealers.
Click here for a the airshow schedule.
Click here for the dealer list.
Where can I get training and how long will it take?
You can get training from our dealers. Training takes from a
minimum of 5
hours for experienced rotorcraft pilots to 40-60 hours for new pilots.
How do I order a Xenon?
Go to our order page or
contact our dealer nearest you.
How long is the delivery time?
Delivery times run 1-3 months generally.
Is the Xenon available as a kit?
At present Xenon is not available as a kit, though you can
contact the US distributor for more details.
How much does it cost per hour to fly a Xenon and
what fuel does it use?
A Xenon burns premium auto gas or Avgas. Cruise flight burns about 4.8 gph.
Is insurance
available for the Xenon?
Yes insurance is available through Falcon Insurance. For
information contact Jason Hendrix at Falcon Insurance
972-250-0800 or jhendrix@falconinsurance.com
