The design goal of the S-6S was to create a fast build kit plane with traditional aircraft fabric covering.  The basic airframe is based off the successful S-6ES.  In the tradition of the ES series most parts are preformed and prefinished.  Typically on fabric planes, the inside is painted or covered with fabric.  Many hours of tedious labour is saved with the use of a moulded interior kit.   Final assembly can begin once inventory and inspection is complete.  Only the outside of the plane and the instrument panel require painting.  Even the panel can be ordered powdercoated. 

A Super Six can be built in the confines of an average garage using normal shop tools and skills.  The Super Six is an excellent project for the first-time builder wanting the challenge of traditional aircraft fabric.   Because of the high level of "out of the box" finish and preparation, more time can be spent on the details resulting in a highly professional finish with performance to match. RANS offers three different wing sizes for the Super Six.  Each wing has it's own feel, but all fly with proper manners and no surprises. The standard wing is constant chord and 34.5 feet in span with constant chord ailerons and flaps. Area Two wings use the standard wing with larger tapered ailerons and flaps. Consider the stock wing for extra STOL performance required by float or heavy load high altitude operations.  Consider Area Two if compliance with wing loading is crucial.  For more agile handling and 10 to 15 mph higher cruise consider the 116 wing.

With the standard wing the stock engine is the 47 HP Rotax 503 offering good performance.  A popular option that offers performance to spare is the Rotax 582 65 HP engine. The top of the line choice is the 912 four-stroke engine. The 912 offers the best in overall performance and fuel economy, with overhaul times as high as 1200 hours.