No Medical Needed - Viper SD-4 Light Sport Aircraft 

So much fun getting to watch this plane fly. You can always tell a seasoned pilot Bobby’s head was always looking around for other aircraft.

5:42, it is true, but Viper isn't manufactured in Czech republic, but in Slovakia.

I realize this is 3 yrs.past. Your presentation and dialog well presented. Too the point. !

Really cool Viper SD4 Light Sport Aircraft!! Beard looks good, Bobby.

Wow. I watch ALL your videos. The camera work is SUPERB. And the preflight interviews are very interesting.

Bobby, the Rotax 912 ULS has a gear reduction of 2.47:1... Engine RPM at Cruise is usually around 5100 rpm where Peak Torque and Horsepower curves intersect. Nice stuff. The early Rotax issues revolved around the 2 Stroke motors, NOT the 912 series.... The 4 Stroke Rotax has been a Bullet Proof engine for years.

I really love this plane! I know this is an old video but that plane is sweet.

Wow neat aircraft! And yes the Cessna 177 cardinal is 48 inches across. Awesome video once again!

Your videos keep getting better! Thank you for the hard work that you put in!

I would think that more LSA manufacturers targeting flight schools, would offer optional rams horn yokes or dual side sticks. If center stick, something with a "sportier", more ergonomically friendly stick control handle. Nice video and aircraft none the less.

Sometimes RU-vid gets things correct when it recommends videos. I’ve been looking at getting an LSA. I’m currently a LS student pilot, (flying the Remos GX) with only the two XC flights left to do before check ride. With a 14yr old son wanting to start learning how to fly next year, going the LSA route will save me thousands of dollars in training/plane rental, as you can do all your ratings in one. I have my eyes on a SportCruiser and the Bristell. This Viper looks really similar. Good looking airplane. I’m for sure going to look into these a bit more. Thanks for the video.

Excellent video ! This is an impressive little airplane, with impressive features, that should fill market needs for a lot of pilots. Beautiful paint too ! Thanks Toby, for the ride in the Viper ! 🇺🇸🛫

This dude was all over the place

Very nice looking airplane. Doesn't look like the average light sport. Not sure when the video was taken but the Dynon and Garmin G3X panels have been STCd for certified aircraft.

Thank you for posting about the Viper SD-4, Long story short, hitting the big 50 this year, looking to become a pilot, was looking for a back up aircraft in case I didn't pass medical, I'm not a composite fan I love aluminum/metal air frames, I am going to take a more serious look at the Viper SD-4. Again thank you, Gregory Wayne

Nice video Bobby!!! Awesome little airplane and NO MEDICAL NEEDED !!!! Take advantage on that !!! ha ha

Nice sleek plane! I was impressed with y'all putting in a lot of Stats and other info (e.g. fuel type, potential ethanol issues)

The taxi music just makes me smile. So I'm weird lol

WOW ! I going to try to get my Sport pilot license. thanks for the inf.

Nice plane!

Hey diddle diddle the cat and the fiddle that time you went right down the middle nice , great bird

Thanks Bobby! I'm waiting on my special issuance medical from the FAA I love this light sport if it doesn't come through.

👍👍 Great video, Bobby, fills up like a lawn mower!! Please Keep'em coming!!😀😎👊🆒☑️☮🇺🇸🇺🇸

This is one beautiful airplane and looks like a good traveling one too.

Nice! This is my favorite new channel!! You gotta do some collaborations with steveo1kinevo, Baron Pilot, P1D, Flight Chops, and 310Pilot!

Shall we say affordable finally? here's a modern certified light sport that's priced at $100k

Can't believe Bobby hasn't flown in a Rotax powered plane yet.

Looks like a nice aircraft plenty of room

Another awesome vid Bobby. PLease show us more LSA's. Explain a little at a time about LSA and some of the intricate and tangled questions: how do some fly IFR in some LSA's? How is that the Viper can have 115HP option when the limit for LSA is 100HP, can a private pilot fly an LSA at night with current medical, etc

You only need in the US not a medical. In germany, there is even for those a Medical class 2 or LAPL medicial required

Another cool video from @flyingdoodles.....thanks Bobby!

Bobby, The Viper looks like a real slick airplane, unfortunately it seemed like you were better prepped on the specifications of the Viper than the Pilot.

Correction, you can install Dynon avionics on certified aircrafts. Mostly C172 and C152 and same for similar Piper aircrafts

Thank you for another Flying "That didn't take much runway" Doodles. :D

If it’s certified,which it is you must use certified parts. Your guest should know this if he is flying and selling these

Going to go through nosewheel bearings, though.

Yet another cool video. Love the variety. LSAs can be fun. get tossed around a little more though

Wow, that thing is pretty fuel efficient at 4.5 gallons p/hr

beautiful aircraft

That takeoff though...

Nice video!

Very Cool, I want one!

Probably ought to know a little more about the airplane..like how the parachute system works if he is going to represent the aircraft company. Super nice guy and I’m sure he’s knowledgeable, just kinda thought that was funny.

Awesome as usual I’d love to see a TBM

Great video, and great beard!

Sport Pilot has just about been the kiss of death to entry level light aircraft. You can't get training because no one wants to pay 100K for a training aircraft with a limited training base. So, many Sport Pilot trainers are WW II vintage hand prop trainers. I can go to my local airport for a Private ticket. The closest Sport Pilot training is at least 150 miles and for a good full time structured program, probably 350 miles.. Part 103 aircraft (vehicles) are making a comeback, but again, it is difficult to get training because you have to have a Sport Pilot approved aircraft (min 40K plus outrageous insurance). Twenty hours minimum training sounds good, but most require a good bit more. Younger people can usually pass a medical so instructors urge them to get a ppl. Thanks for showing the range of aircraft Bobby. It's not your fault the FAA turns anything simple into simply impossible.

That is a cool little airplane but that high RPM would really bug me.

In Europe a LAPL medical is required, which I support as AME.

this was totally a different plain, super cool, it's something you could fly now Bobby ? 🛩🐩🐩

Thanks for another cool video.

I am surprised the pilot does not know the production country and he believes that the sd4 has a recovery system and some correct details about the Rotax. He should know better his plane.

Unfortunately in Canada, because I have a private pilot's license and I lost my medical because I was diagnosed with diabetes, I am unable to fly anything. My girlfriend could get an ultralight license without any medical but I can't even get that.

One thing that struck me about this plane is the canopy opening from the front. Can't taxi on a hot day with it open for air and make sure that thing is locked down after take off...or it will take off the top of the plane.

Seems like a nice plane but the speed limit holds back the 600kg category. We need about twice the speed. Close to 400km/h which the weight class would readily be capable of. 400 would mean we can compete and beat the airliners on medium distance trips. Then it's suddenly a very practical traveller, not just a retirement stroller or colonial adventurer.

Most enjoyable Thanks Bobby 👍

I'm just going to throw this out..... instead of 150K, you COULD spend 25K and buy a decent Cessna 172 from the early 60's.... similar fuel burn (those old C172's burn 6.5-7 GPH of autofuel), cheaper insurance, cheap to maintain, similar speed, and, it will carry 3 people easily. For 25K.... hell, maybe BUY SIX of them old birds instead of ONE Viper ?

as far as I know, these planes are made in Slovakia (Presov), not Czech republic.. so you should correct this detail in your video.. :)

LSA was suppose to be lower cost $100k? Cessna 150 in the 1960s-1970s was around 10k avg new car in 1970's was $3500 today avg car is 25k so LSA should be around 50-75k. The problem is not enough sold cessna sold 1000's of 150's and 172's.

Great videos keep them coming sir

I think that statement " no medical needed" needs to be clarified. If you have never been denied a medical, then no medical is required. If you have lost a medical there are some other requirements.

I like your videos, keep up the great videos. I'm thinking about getting my LS license. During the take off the pilot mentioned Lancaster traffic, is that the Lancaster Tx airport?

Very much like the Tecnam 92 I fly.

Very interesting Plane, thanks for showing us such a nice variety and doing such good interviews! I shared this with several LSA friends who do not watch You Tube?

Very nice video thanks for sharing.

I’m curious how the canopy latches at the very front. Backward hinged canopy. Don’t want that one opening up during flight.

I wonder about the tip backward canopy. If that ever became unlatched in flight, it could tear off and hit the tail surfaces with catastrophic results. What safeguards are there? Even taxing, the prop wash is blowing against the open canopy, possibly stressing its mounting.

Yes but what about people who are 6'3" tall

wtf... why was there a trump ad?!?!

I'm sure the canopy is well engineered, but having it open into the slipstream kind of bothers me. Any failure of the latch would be catastrophic. You certainly don't want to miss "secure latch" on your takeoff checklist.

If I were going to purchase a 2-place, it would be a pre-owned, sleek, modern in design, roomy and faster LSA (this Viper, Vashon Ranger, or CTLS), but without the Rotax power-plant. Would much rather have a Continental or any other lower operating r.p.m., easier to check the oil level power-plant. A possible alternative would be a 2-place, kit plane, like the RV-12/14 or Sonex Waiex B Tricycle gear. Kudos to Viper for keeping price reasonable.👍 "Faster": in most cases, faster than a P-140, C-150, B-Skipper, P-Tomahawk, etc.

Got a Rotax in my 4wheeler lol

I guess if you have a yen to fly occasionally And Havana N extra $100,000.00 hanging around, then this would be a great aircraft to have. Thanks again Bobby.

thanks!

Gear Up!

Just noticed this exact plane is for sale on controller...

Should have removed the pin for the chute handle before takeoff?

Nice! 😎

Okay hold on, you get a private pilots license to fly it but then you never have to get a medical?

Love your videos! Cool aircraft but I’m not sure I would fly in it.

Little shade/head-cover ...does it get hot?

What's the actual empty weight of that aircraft?

Cool plane. Now, what kind of animal would you have to get Laura to get her to OK you getting one of these planes?

I'm not sure why the parachute would be a desirable feature, since light sports generally glide really well. If for some reason the ViperSD4 must make an unscheduled visit with the ground, why not touch down under control?

How much would one of these rent for?

Nice plane! Great video / cinematography! Let’s do a video in mine together!

Just curious, and I hope I'm not out of line by asking here, but is there any word on you getting your medical back, and if not, is LSA an option?

Swweeeeetttttt! How much moola does it cost? Im using xplane flight sim and need a new download for my hanger....

With an LSA a certificate, I am very interested in renting a light sport aircraft. WHO rents them without an instructor being required to go with you? I mean instructors are nice, but I would rather take my wife along since I already have the Sport Pilot Certificate.

Comment ce fait-il que nous n'ayons pas encore ce genre de règlement au canada?? J'ai le droit de conduire , camionnette ,automobile, motocyclette. Mais je n'ai pas le droit de piloter un petit avion, pas même un parachute motorisé!!

what software do you use to edit your interview portions? they are seamless, very nice!

Great video!🙏🇺🇸👍 QUESTION TO PPL HOLDERS: what are your thoughts on one being able to fly without a medical certificate? Thank you!

It’s Slovak republic, not Czech republic 😉

I'm not a big fan of Rotax. HOWEVER, it should be noted that sometime in the year 2014, they sold the 50,000th Rotax 912 engine.... that's a LOT of engines compared to ANY other piston manufacturer. While they are widely accepted, and they seem to have resolved their reliability issues all sorted out (horror stories from the 1980's, when they first released the 912 series are bad memories that refuse to die) .... they are quite expensive, especially if you want one with the modern technologies like fuel injection. I guess nothing is free... Compare a 912 vs. a factory new continental 0-200.... price is similar, but the O-200 is heavier. I'd still take the O-200 ANY day (if the plane can handle the extra 25-30 lbs under the hood).

Nice plane but 100K for an LSA...wowsa!

Can I fly LA if I am on record of a field medical but have drivers license.

Can it do aerobatics?

He could have at least let you try it out.

“I believe so...”. Know your product sir.

Are you sure it’s from Czech republic…? I think it’s from Slovak republic…

Great! Can you go and Review ANGEL44 AIRCRAFT for us?