| Bunyip | |
|---|---|
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| General information | |
| Type | Ultralight |
| Manufacturer | Australian Ultralight Industries |
The Australian Ultralight Industries Bunyip was an ultralight aircraft produced in South Australia. According to the Recreational Aviation Australia aircraft register, [1] there are currently only two Bunyip aircraft registered in Australia as of 2007.
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