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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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Tony Renshaw posted a discussion

914 powered Cruzer IFA prop diameter query

I’ve got a Cruzer with 6” wheels and a SD front fork to suit, powered by a Rotax 914 and I’d like…See More
2 hours ago
Alexander Samoylovich posted a blog post

Zenith 750 Cruzer, Making the forward L angles

July 24, 2024Making the forward L angles.…See More
3 hours ago
John Montgomery posted a discussion

corvair engine parts to be used for an aircraft conversion

A gent  in southern Ontario who built a Pegazair bought a number of new parts from Clarks Corvair…See More
yesterday
Alexander Samoylovich posted blog posts
Sunday
A photo by Zenith.Aero was featured

STOL CH 701 climbing

"climbing like a homesick angel..."
Saturday
A photo by Mark was featured
Saturday
Zenith Aero posted a video

Zenith Aircraft STOL Wing Cross-Section (Profile)

Designer Chris Heintz’s Zenith STOL high-lift wing profile is famous for allowing excellent short takeoff and landing performance in Zenith STOL aircraft. Th...
Saturday
Buddy Rose posted photos
Saturday
Alexander Samoylovich posted a blog post

Zenith 750 Cruzer, Moved the fuselage to sawhorses

July 20, 2024Disassembled the workbench to preserve some room in the garage.Put the fuselage on…See More
Friday
Alexander Samoylovich posted a blog post

Zenith 750 Cruzer, Attached the forward fuselage

July 17, 2024Temporary attached the forward fuselage.…See More
Thursday
Jim Reese posted a discussion

Cold Weather Starting

Could someone who is running a Viking 130 please relate their experience with cold weather…See More
Nov 26
Alexander Samoylovich posted blog posts
Nov 25
Massimo Piva posted a photo
Nov 24
Scott Ahrens posted a discussion

GRT avionics and Viking 195

I have my 195T up and running with all the engine parameters set except the TIT, TOT and RPM.  TIT…See More
Nov 23
Alexander Samoylovich posted a blog post

Zenith 750 Cruzer, Drilled cabin floor longerons

July 11, 2024My kit has the cabin floor longerons undrilled. Drilled them using a strap duplicator.…See More
Nov 23
Sam Napolitano posted photos
Nov 20
Sam Napolitano posted a status
"Pick up my 750 SD. Inventory and unpacking going well. Life long dream is happening!"
Nov 20
Tim Juhl posted a discussion

Nose Gear Pucks

II have a Jabiru 3300 mounted to my 601 XL-B.  If you have a 601 or 650 with a Jab that you've…See More
Nov 20
Klark Kent posted a discussion

Is this a concern?

Noticed this on inspection on the paint of the airframe where the right wing inserts. Thoughts?…See More
Nov 20
Zenith Aero posted a video

Sneak peek inside the Zenith aircraft kit factory for the hands-on workshop experience

Next workshop class: https://bit.ly/zenith-workshopsFrom the November workshop class, here's a sneak peek inside the Zenith aircraft kit factory. Zenith Airc...
Nov 19
 
 
 

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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


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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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Homecoming '23 Saturday Night Bonfire and Ice Trough

In their Homecoming preview video, Sebastien and Roger mentioned having an ice trough of microbrews from around the country along with the bonfire on Saturday night!  Got a 6 pack of "Lost Years" from Yazoo Brewery in collaboration with Calfkiller Brewery.  Roger said he would willingly take any extra home afterwards, but I think that's just wishful thinking! LOL!

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