JMB VL-3

JMB VL-3 EvolutionAveko VL-3 Sprint
Usage
Role	Ultralight
Origin	Czech Republic
Manufacturer	JMB Aircraft
Introduction	2004
Specifications (VL-3 FG)
Crew	one
Seating	two
Max speed	280 km/h (151 kn)
Cruise	241 km/h (130 kn)
Range	1,278 km (690 nmi)
Ceiling	3,962 m (12,999 ft)
Length	6.24 m (20 ft 6 in)
Wingspan	8.44 m (27 ft 8 in)
Height	2.05 m (6 ft 9 in)
MTOW	473 kg (1,043 lb)
Empty	290 kg (639 lb)
Payload	183 kg (403 lb)
Variants
VL-3 FG (fixed gear) VL-3 RG (retractable gear) VL-3C-1 (US light-sport) VL-3 915

The JMB VL-3, also known as the VL-3 Evolution, is an ultralight and civil utility airplane manufactured by JBM Aircraft, formerly Aveko. The base model is often called the 912 because of its Rotax 912ULS engine, with the 915 variant being a performance upgrade sporting the Rotax 915 iS engine.

Summary

“	The VL-3 Evolution, also known as the Aveko VL-3 Sprint, is a Czech aircraft regarded as the fastest side-by-side ultralight in the world. Designed by Vanessa Air in 2004 and initially produced by Aveko of Brno, the model is now produced by JMB Aircraft of Chocen. The aircraft, designed to comply with the Federation Aeronautique Internationale microlight rules, features a cantilever low-wing configuration, fixed or retractable tricycle landing gear and a single Rotax engine in tractor configuration. With an airframe constructed of fully composite materials, the VL-3 has excellent specific strength and fatigue properties, while its carefully-crafted aerodynamic wing design provides good fall characteristics and smooth, agile handling. Inside the clean and minimalist cabin, side-by-side seating accommodates two pilots, while Garmin avionics and a luxury interior make flying the plane as comfortable as it is fast. Add to the mix an acrylic glass canopy that allows for spectacular views, and the VL-3 Evolution may just be the perfect plane for your next journey.	”
	~ Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) on its hangar description

Simulator availability

Overview

This asset is available in the following simulators.

Sim
XP12
FGFS2020.3LTS
FS2020	1		2
XP11
DCS
P3D
XP10
FSX
FS2004

Package listing

The following packages are either included in the base sim or available for purchase/download. Note that the inclusion of packages below is not an endorsement of quality or fitness. Potential buyers are highly encouraged to research payware packages through reviews, videos, or other means before purchasing.

Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) [edit]
License	Variant	Creator	Notes
Included	VL-3 RG (912)	Asobo	Included in all editions
Freeware	VL-3 RG (915) (mod)	Community @GitHub
Freeware	VL-3 (mod)	skyhawkii @Flightsim.to

Activities

The JMB VL-3 is featured in the following activities.

• Discovery Flight — Helsinki, Finland
• Discovery Flight — The Gold Coast, Australia
• Discovery Flight — Madrid, Spain
• Discovery Flight — Montreal, Canada
• Bush Trip — Northwestern Kimberly Coast, Australia
• Bush Trip — Sardinia Tour
• Bush Trip — Vancouver Island

Included Liveries

The following liveries accompany the included Asobo model at no additional cost.

• 

  Default

• 

  Aviators Club

• 

  Kenmore

• 

  Livery 1

• 

  Xbox Aviators Club

• 

  Test Pilot ^{(Alpha/Beta testers only)}

History

World Update XI: Canada (WU11) (2022-09-28):

• Added Vancouver Island - Tofino to Victoria - JMB VL-3

World Update VIII: Iberia (WU8) (2022-03-24):

• Added one Discovery Flight using this aircraft:
  • Madrid, Spain

World Update VII: Australia (WU7) (2022-01-31):

• Added one Discovery Flight using this aircraft:
  • The Gold Coast, Australia

Sim Update VII (SU7) (2021-11-18):

• Added one Discovery Flight using this aircraft:
  • Helsinki, Finland
• Corrected airframe lights

Sim Update VI (SU6) (2021-10-19):

• Fixed a steering animation issue

Sim Update V (SU5) (2021-07-27):

• Two new livery sets are available: Aviator Club Xbox and Livery 1

Sim Update III (SU3) (2021-03-09):

• Disabled the autopilot which was incorrectly set as available
• Propeller Instrument Fix

Closed beta (2020-07-28):

• Officially added to the simulator

Sim	Airplanes by simulator availability						Airplanes by source
XP12:	All •	Included •	Payware •	Freeware •	In development		Included •	Third-party
FGFS2020.3LTS:	All •	Included	•	Freeware •	In development		Included •	Third-party •	Launcher
FS2020:	All •	Included •	Payware •	Freeware •	In development		Included •	Third-party •	Marketplace
XP11:	All •	Included •	Payware •	Freeware •	In development		Included •	Third-party
DCS:	All •	Included •	Payware •	Freeware •	In development		Included •	Third-party •	Marketplace
P3D:	All •	Included •	Payware •	Freeware •	In development		Included •	Third-party
XP10:	All •	Included •	Payware •	Freeware			Included •	Third-party
FSX:	All •	Included •	Payware •	Freeware			Included •	Third-party
FS2004:	All •	Included •	Payware •	Freeware			Included •	Third-party