Leopoldoff Colibri

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The Leopoldoff Colibri, meaning hummingbird, is a French light two-seat biplane built for training and sport in the 1930s. It was designed to be economical and easy to fly.

The prototype L.3 Colibri first flew on 27 September 1933 at Toussus-le-Noble, powered by a 35 hp Anzani engine. Production of the L.3 began in 1937 with the 45 hp Salmson 9Adb engine. The early production was carried out by Aucouturier-Dugoua & Cie, and later by Societe des Avions Leopoldoff.

Before World War II, about 33 Colibris were completed and used by aero clubs and private owners. After the war, six more were built in Morocco by Societe des Constructions Aeronautiques du Maroc, designated CAM-1, with different engines and some updated type numbers.

By 2011, several Colibris remained active: three in France and two in the United Kingdom. The aircraft was built in France by Societe des Avions Leopoldoff and designed by M. L. Leopoldoff for private and club use.