Online community for active builders and pilots of Zenith Aircraft kits (Chris Heintz / Zenair light airplane designs).

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Chris Heintz, 1938 - 2021

Remembering Chris Heintz

Read the homage to a man and his dream, and illustrated biography of designer Chris Heintz's professional life.

 

Welcome Zenith Aircraft Builders and Flyers

Welcome to the Zenith and Zenair builders and flyers online community. Zenith.Aero is for and about Zenith aircraft builders and flyers. We invite you to explore and to share your own information... See zenithair.net for the official Zenith Aircraft website.

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P. Richards posted a discussion
3 hours ago
Jeff posted a photo

PILOT WING CH750

I find the leading edge skin to be the hardest of all the skining.
6 hours ago
A photo by Jim Malugin was featured

Zenith after polish

Zenith 650 after polishing and some paint and decals.
10 hours ago
Joe Scheibinger posted a discussion

Banquet 2025

You're Invited to the Zenith Builders Banquet!Hello everyone!We're just over a week away from one…See More
10 hours ago
Joe Scheibinger posted a blog post

Zenith Builders Banquet at Oshkosh 2025

You're Invited to the Zenith Builders Banquet!Hello everyone!We're just over a week away from one…See More
10 hours ago
Fred Wellman posted a discussion

750 panel, avionics, interior and parts for sale.

I recently had a ground accident in my new 750 Cruzer.  The airframe was damaged to the point that…See More
11 hours ago
Peter Aarsvold posted a status
"Has anyone strengthened the main aluminum landing gear where the wheel axles are attached? If yes, please reply with your solution."
yesterday
Alexander Samoylovich posted a blog post

Zenith 750 Cruzer, Painted the motor mount

April 29, 2025Painted the motor mount. Rust oleum engine paint aluminum. A small paint booth inside…See More
yesterday
JTC posted a discussion

First Flight and transition training with Greg Miller

I wanted to give Greg Miller a thank you for coming out to Colorado Springs and helping me get my…See More
Tuesday
Andrea Sacco Proila posted a photo

Zenith CH601XL-B over Volterra (Tuscany) Italy

My Ch601 XL over Volterra (Tuscany) Italy
Monday
Zenith Aero posted a video

Zenith Aircraft's Oshkosh Preview Video

Zenith Aircraft's Sebastien Heintz and Roger Dubbert go flying in the Zenith CH 750 Cruzer light sport kit airplane to discuss the many upcoming EAA Oshkosh...
Sunday
Benjamin Wiford posted a discussion

Ray Allen Trim connection for Dynon HDX Display

Question for the masses,I have the Ray Allen Trim Servo and Rocker Switch as supplied in the Zenith…See More
Saturday
Brad Jacobson posted a discussion

Fuel return line for CH601 HD with Rotax 912

I recently bought a little 601 with Rotax 912. It has the fuel return line plumbed into the…See More
Saturday
Brian Thomas posted a discussion

PAR 36 landing light mount

All-Any good experience / tips / photos for fabricating an internal mount for a PAR 36 landing…See More
Saturday
Tom Vesely posted a discussion

WTB Dynon HDX800

Looking for a Dynon HDX800 (7") display.  Are you looking to upsize?  See More
Jul 7
A photo by john Chastain was featured
Jul 7
Zenith Aero updated an event
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EAA Oshkosh AirVenture 2025 at EAA Oshkosh

July 21, 2025 to July 27, 2025
Jul 7
An event by Zenith Aero was featured
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Free Lunch Friday at Zenith Aircraft / Mexico Memorial Airport at Zenith Aircraft Company

July 11, 2025 from 12pm to 1pm
Free Lunch Friday at the Zenith kit aircraft factory!…See More
Jul 7
Lane Taylor posted a photo

Vetterman Exhaust

Very easy install and well fabricated system;like the weight decrease too.
Jul 7
Lane Taylor posted a status
"Installing new Vetterman Crossover exhaust system; looks great; report on any performance changes; four lbs lighter."
Jul 7
 
 
 

New from Zenith:

Zenith Planes For Sale 
 

Classified listing for buying or selling your Zenith building or flying related stuff...


Custom Instrument Panels
for your Zenith
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Custom instrument panels are now available directly from Zenith Aircraft Company exclusively for Zenith builders and owners. Pre-cut panel, Dynon and Garmin avionics, and more.


Zenith Homecoming Tee:


Zenair Floats


Flying On Your Own Wings:
A Complete Guide to Understanding Light Airplane Design, by Chris Heintz


Builder & Pilot Supplies:

Aircraft Insurance:

 
 

Transition training:

Lavion Aero

K&S Aviation Services

Aircraft Spruce & Specialty for all your building and pilot supplies!

How to videos from HomebuiltHELP.com

Developed specifically for Zenith builders (by a builder) these videos on DVD are a great help in building your own kit plane by providing practical hands-on construction information. Visit HomebuiltHelp.com for the latest DVD titles.

For Sale

Zenith Aircraft For Sale 

Classified listing for buying or selling your Zenith building or flying related stuff...

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Since this is an online community, there are a few rules that need to be followed.  We'll try to keep the rules as simple as possible and to a bare minimum and we'll change and update them as required.

RULE#1:  You'll need to use your real name, and be an actual builder, owner or flyer of a Zenith aircraft.  This site is an online…
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