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DULV Type Certified
March 2026
Agile. Efficient. Ready to Fly.
Ultralight Helicopter · Rotax 915 iS · 141 HP
Hungarocopter is the manifestation of a singular vision. Gábor Farkas, Chief Designer and visionary, sought to create a machine where the boundaries between pilot and sky dissolve.
The HC-02 is not mass-produced; it is crafted. Every curve of the carbon fuselage, every weld in the titanium frame serves a purpose: to deliver an unadulterated experience of flight that is safe, efficient, and profoundly beautiful.
Gábor Farkas
Chief Designer & Founder
Serial No. 001 / The Beginning
The Hungarocopter HC-02 has officially received the prestigious German DULV Type Certificate. Meeting the most stringent aviation and safety standards in Europe, the HC-02 is now fully approved, certified, and ready for the skies. Excellence, officially verified.
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Schematic View
Every HC-02 is designed, engineered, and assembled in Hungary — combining Central European precision craftsmanship with cutting-edge materials: titanium safety cell, 25CrMo4 steel structure, and a carbon fibre aeroshell powered by the Rotax 915 iS.
Certifications & Compliance
With a max payload of 250 kg and a cruising speed of 90 kts, the HC-02 redefines what is possible in personal aviation. Constructed with a titanium and 25CrMo4 steel safety cell encased in an aerodynamic carbon fiber shell.
Freedom Above All
A certified, capable aircraft ready for the full spectrum of personal and professional aviation.
Weekend touring, personal transport, and point-to-point travel — unrestricted by road infrastructure. The HC-02 turns any open field into a departure gate.
Low vibration airframe and stable hover make the HC-02 an ideal platform for cinematic, survey, inspection, and mapping operations.
350 km range and economical fuel consumption make comprehensive field inspection and crop monitoring missions highly cost-effective.
The HC-02's patented silent rotor technology minimizes acoustic interference, making it a favourite for broadcast, documentary, and film production.
DULV-certified and PPL-H compatible. Forgiving flight characteristics and modern avionics make the HC-02 an excellent dual-control trainer for UL helicopter license candidates.
Compact footprint, low noise signature, and class-leading range enable border, infrastructure, and wildlife monitoring missions without requiring a dedicated airfield.
Drag to rotate the HC-02 through a full circle.
Certification change: DULV Experimental class
Adding the ERS moves the HC-02 from DULV standard to Experimental class. The aircraft is no longer operated under the standard DULV type certificate. Please consult your national aviation authority regarding operational permissions in your country.
A fully independent, battery-operated 32 kW BLDC motor backup. In the rare event of engine failure, the ERS instantly engages the rotor, ensuring a controlled, safe descent.
Patented composite design utilizing aerospace carbon fiber and aramid. The monolithic closed-box spar handles extreme loads while the specific profile reduces noise signature to industry-leading lows.
Experience the world from a vantage point few achieve. The HC-02's exceptional climb rate and stable hover capabilities open up a new dimension of flight.
Explore GalleryClass-leading in every metric that matters.
Engine Power
Rotax 915 iS — Turbocharged
Cruise Speed
Fastest in UL class
Useful Payload
Maximum class capacity
Max Range
Extended mission capable
Rescue System
32 kW BLDC backup motor
Optional · ExperimentalCertified
German gold standard
Construction
Carbon fiber + Titanium cell
Manufactured
Verpelét, Hungary
Benchmark Comparison
HC-02 vs. Robinson R22 Beta II — the world's best-selling two-seat helicopter.
| Specification | HC-02 Hungarocopter | R22 Beta II Robinson |
|---|---|---|
| Base Price · New, ex VAT | € 268,318 | ≈ € 390,000 |
| Engine | Rotax 915 iS — 141 HP Turbocharged · Fuel injected | Lycoming O-360 — 124 HP Derated · Carbureted |
| Approved Fuel | Mogas 98 RON or Avgas | Avgas 100LL only |
| Fuel Burn @ Cruise | 22 L/h | ≈ 32 L/h |
| Cruise Speed | 90 kts | 96 kts |
| Useful Load | 250 kg | ≈ 204 kg |
| Overhaul Requirement | 2,000 h TBO Engine exchange ≈ €16,000 | Mandatory @ 2,200 h / 12 yr Factory rebuild ≈ €150,000+ |
| Pilot Licence | National UL licence | Full PPL(H) required |
| Electric Rescue System | Optional Experimental class | Not available |
| Certification | DULV Type Certificate | EASA / FAA — GA class |
Robinson R22 Beta II figures based on published manufacturer data and typical European operating experience. Prices indicative, ex VAT, and vary with equipment. Robinson® and R22® are trademarks of Robinson Helicopter Company.
Manufacturer data — ISA standard conditions.
Real-world annual economics — European fuel pricing, June 2026.
Fuel Type
Rotax 915 iS certified for both Mogas & Avgas — most operators choose Mogas for significant savings.
Annual Flight Hours
100 h / yrAnnual Fixed Cost Assumptions
Estimated cost per flight hour
≈ €14,900 / year at 100 h
Cost breakdown — per flight hour
vs. Robinson R22 Beta II — same annual hours, Avgas 100LL
Incl. mandatory 2,200 h / 12-year factory overhaul reserve — the R22's dominant cost driver.
* Fuel: EU avg June 2026 — 98 RON Mogas €1.85/L, Avgas 100LL €2.90/L (Globalpetrolprices.com). Consumption: 22 L/h. Insurance & hangar vary by region. R22 Beta II: Lycoming O-360, ~32 L/h Avgas 100LL, incl. mandatory 2,200 h / 12-year overhaul reserve. Estimates only — not a contractual offer; contact your local dealer for a binding quote.
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Phone
+36 30 382 8398Factory
Verpelét, Kossuth Lajos út 64
3351 Hungary
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