The ZODIAC XL is a completely new model of the ZODIAC kit aircraft series, optimized for the proposed Sport Pilot category.
The Zenith ZODIAC XL is a popular all-metal ZODIAC kit aircraft series from aeronautical engineer Chris Heintz, offering more performance and many standard features specifically for Sport Pilots. Introduced in 2001, the Zenith ZODIAC XL model was developed with the FAA's Sport Pilot / Light-Sport Aircraft category in mind, and offers maximum performance and capability possible under the FAA category. The ZODIAC CH 650 model was introduced in 2008 as a second-generation light sport aircraft design with sleek new styling and numerous new and updated features. Simple and quick to build — easy and fun to fly!
The ZODIAC design offers superior performance and capabilities, comfortable side-by-side seating, affordable costs, and best of all, the ZODIAC is available as a durable all-metal kit that you can quickly build yourself - with just basic skills and tools.
The Zenith ZODIAC XL is easy and affordable to build and fly, yet it's an airplane you won't easily outgrow: The ZODIAC XL is the perfect project for the first-time builder and the demanding sport pilot, bridging the gap between performance flying and affordable costs. "Since its introduction in 1984, the Zodiac CH601 series has become very popular with first-time builders and low-time pilots" says Heintz. "The new Zodiac model is designed to achieve maximum performance and efficiency with the new generation light aircraft engines: the six-cylinder Jabiru, the 100-hp Rotax 912S, and Subaru automotive conversions, as well as popular conventional aircraft engines, such as the Lycoming O-235 and Continental O-200." The Zenith Aircraft ZODIAC CH 601 XL model introduced a new airfoil and larger wing area than its predecessor Zodiac CH 601 models, which allowed the aircraft to achieve higher speeds with a higher payload. With wing flaps, stall speed was kept low for recreational pilots. The new Zodiac has been configured to take full advantage of its increased useful load: Larger wing tanks offer a larger fuel capacity (24 US Gal.) resulting in superior range and endurance, and the baggage area behind the seat has also been increased.
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