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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 www.zenithair.net for the official Zenith Aircraft website.

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Charles Clayton posted a discussion

Hard starting Rotax 912 ULS

So it started in January. I was having an unusually hard time starting my 912. The first time I killed the battery and had to jump start it. But then it ran fine for a flight. I thought it might have been because it sat for 5 weeks(tied down…See More
5 hours ago
Louis Gallego posted a discussion

Sensenich propeller bolts/nuts question.

Hi, I just got my wooden prop back from Sensenich following a refinishing and rebalancing ($210 plus shipping), and it looks brand new again. My question is, does anyone know the size bolts and nuts off hand? I decided after 10 yrs to replace them,…See More
17 hours ago
Valerie Westedt posted a discussion

Wanted to buy Wing tips for older 650B

I need a right wing tip for my 2012 Zodiac 650B.  Had an accident and need to replace it.  Zenith has changed the wing tips and I don't want to change both.  If you have a pair, I am willing to buy both.veedster@aol.comSee More
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David Long posted a status
"Installing Canopy with 650 latch system"
Friday
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Zenith Factory Workshop: May 18 & 19, 2023 at Zenith Aircraft factory

May 18, 2023 at 9am to May 19, 2023 at 12pm
Zenith Aircraft Hands-On WorkshopWe invite you to join us at our May 2023 factory workshop class to gain hands-on experience in building your own Zenith aircraft kit! …See More
Thursday
Maxim Cherkevich posted a photo
Wednesday
2 photos by Greg Booker were featured
Wednesday
Sean C posted a status
"Wondering as a “Bubba” if anyone is flying a 701 with a center stick from the “middle” of say a bench seat?"
Wednesday
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Zenith Factory Workshop: April 27 & 28, 2023 at Zenith Aircraft factory

April 27, 2023 at 9am to April 28, 2023 at 12pm
Zenith Aircraft Hands-On WorkshopWe invite you to join us at our April 2023 factory workshop class to gain hands-on experience in building your own Zenith aircraft kit! …See More
Tuesday
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Hands-On Workshop: May 5, 2023 at Quality Sport Planes

May 5, 2023 at 9am to May 6, 2023 at 12pm
Aircraft Hands-On Workshop ClassWe invite you to join us at our May 2023 workshop to gain hands-on experience in building your own Zenith aircraft kit, hosted by Quality…See More
Tuesday
Ty Manegold posted a discussion

2009 structural changes in 750, 1320-1440 lbs???

Greetings folks- I am the third owner of a stol 750 that was a 2009 kit, and completed in 2012. I know that only a few months after the kit was purchased by the original owner, zenith adjusted future kits going forward in 2010 as well as provided a…See More
Tuesday
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Quality Sport Planes Open House and Zenith Fly-In (Cloverdale, California) at Cloverdale Airport (o60)

May 6, 2023 from 8am to 4pm
Quality Sport Planes is hosting its annual fly-in and open house on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at its facility in Cloverdale, California.Check out the Facebook event…See More
Tuesday
DENNIS LONG posted a discussion

elevator front bell crank change

Have been working on control cables on 701 ,I see there some have made changings to solve this problem . Does anyone have pictures and measurements'   THANK YOU  DENNISSee More
Tuesday
Richard Blanchard posted a discussion

750 for sale

I want to sell my 750 kit. If anyone is interested, let me know for more information.RichardSee More
Tuesday
Steve Widincamp posted photos
Monday
Edward Farrar posted a status
"Attended the March 2023 Builders Workshop and it was great! Thanks to Sebastian, Roger, and Jon! https://youtu.be/u09gUM22dWg"
Monday
Terrance A Warren posted a status
"Replaced right hand aileron (hangar rash)"
Mar 18
Michael S Haas posted a status
"Starting work on Brake Lines."
Mar 15
Michael S Haas posted photos
Mar 15
Stephen M. Eastham posted a discussion

Forged Billet CNCd vs. Forged?

Corvair Spyder engine owners,What is your thought on the forged billet CNCd counterweighted, 1/4 stroked crankshaft in your engine vs. the cast billet crank that had a failure some years ago? I also have the 5th bearing. I have a 120 HP and realized…See More
Mar 15

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Sensenich propeller bolts/nuts question.

Started by Louis Gallego in Jabiru Engine Forum. Last reply by Douglas Binder 10 minutes ago. 1 Reply

Hard starting Rotax 912 ULS

Started by Charles Clayton in Rotax Engine Forum. Last reply by Charles Clayton 1 hour ago. 1 Reply

750 for sale

Started by Richard Blanchard in Classified / For Sale Postings. Last reply by Richard Blanchard 3 hours ago. 5 Replies

 
 
 

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
:

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.


Custom Upholstery Kits for your Zenith Aircraft:

Zenith Vinyl Upholstery Kits


Zenith Apparel from EAA:


Zenair Floats


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


Builder & 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.

Aircraft Insurance:

 
 

West Coast USA:

 
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Transition training:

Golden Eagle Aviation

Pianosa Flying Farm

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

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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