Grob G 120
Last updated: 2026-04-21
The Grob G 120 is a high-performance, aerobatic-capable composite trainer powered by a 200 hp Lycoming AEIO-360, used by military pilot selection programmes and advanced civilian ATOs for jet-preparation training. It is a workhorse of European EASA general-aviation training fleets, used at both DTO and ATO operators for hour-building and rating progression. Its straightforward piston single-engine layout is ideal for early SEP rating training.
What is the Grob G 120 used for in flight training?
The G 120 bridges light GA trainers and fast jet ab-initio aircraft. Its aerobatic rating, high roll rate, and responsive controls prepare students for the physicality and situational awareness demands of jet training. Military programmes in several European nations use the G 120 for initial pilot selection and screening. The composite airframe requires different inspection techniques from aluminium types, exposing students early to the maintenance philosophies relevant to modern commercial aircraft.