Extra Aircraft Extra 330 Sc vs Zivko Edge 540 vs Zivko Edge 540t

The Extra Aircraft Extra 330 SC, Zivko Edge 540, and Zivko Edge 540T are all purpose-built aerobatic airplanes, so their “category” is best described as high-performance aerobatic/competition aircraft rather than transport or touring aircraft. The Extra 330 SC and the single-seat Edge 540 are primarily designed around solo competition flying, with extremely light airframes and high roll rates; the Edge 540T is a tandem two-seat derivative intended for training, airshow rides, and practice while retaining much of the aerobatic capability. Passenger capacity is the clearest separator: the Extra 330 SC and standard Edge 540 are typically single-seat (pilot only), while the Edge 540T generally seats two in tandem (pilot plus one passenger/trainee). Range differences are modest in practical terms because all three prioritize power-to-weight and aerobatic fuel systems over cross-country endurance. In general, the two-seat Edge 540T can offer slightly more usable cross-country range depending on fuel configuration, while the single-seat Extra 330 SC and Edge 540 are broadly comparable and best thought of as short-range performance aircraft rather than long-range travelers.