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- New, all-metal four-seat kit aircraft, based on the FAA type-certificated ZENITH CH 2000 design by aeronautical engineer Chris Heintz.
- Simple and conventional all-metal construction: Proven durability yet simple to build. The conventional sheet-metal construction, using modern aluminum alloys and state-of-the-art manufacturing technology, provides a very durable yet sleek airframe, requiring minimal maintenance.
- Build from the standard complete kit or from Quick-Build kits. Component 'buy-as-you-build' section kits are also available.
- Affordable to own and operate - purchase and fly for less cost than many two-seat kit aircraft on the market today.
- Standard kit developed for the first-time builder - construction time estimated at about 1,250 hours - a shorter build-time than many two-seat kits on the market...
- New Quick Build Kit further minimizes construction time...
- Not a high performance design, the new four-seat CH 640 is a pilot-friendly aircraft suitable for the average recreational pilot, yet has the capabilities for a serious IFR cross-country cruiser.
- FLIGHT TRAINING: Based on the CH 2000 production aircraft, you can build time in the trainer before flying your own CH 640.
- Powered by the Lycoming O-360 (180-HP) for proven reliability.
- SIMPLICITY: Simple and conventional systems make building and flying the new Zodiac CH 640 easy, while minimizing costs and maintenance requirements.
- VISIBILITY: 'Wrap-around' windows provide excellent visibility, and the modern gull-wing doors allow easy cabin access from either side to both the front and rear seats..
- COMFORT: An unprecedented 46-inch wide cabin provides pilot comfort previously unavailable in a light aircraft. Adjustable front seats comfortably accommodate both large and small pilots alike.
- PERFORMANCE: Excellent cross-country capability while being easy to fly for the average pilot.
- HANDLING: Responsive and balanced controls make the new Zodiac CH 640 easy and fun to fly, and allow superior cross-wind capability.
- CONTROLS: Standard dual yoke controls and rudder / toe-brake pedals make the novice pilot feel immediately at ease at the controls. The large panel easily accommodates standard instruments and can be upgraded with sophisticated avionics.
- CAPABILITIES: Designed primarily as an affordable four-seat "family" aircraft, the CH 640 can also be equipped as a serious IFR cross-country aircraft.
The new ZODIAC CH 640 offers the utility that only a four-seat kit aircraft can provide...
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This Zenith CH 300 set an FAI world record in 1978, flying non-stop from the Pacific to the Atlantic over Canada: 2,800 miles in 22.75 hours. Piloted by Red Morris. |
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| The three-seat Zenith CH 300 was designed by Chris Heintz in the 1970s and sold as a kit. It is a predecessor to Zenith CH 2000 and Zodiac series kit aircraft. The aircraft pictured above is now on display in the Canada Aviation Museum. |
Update: 11 Jul 2006
Manufactured
and Represented by:
Zenair Ltd.
PO Box 235, Huronia
Airport
Midland, Ontario, Canada L4R 4K8
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