Sebastien Heintz

Male

Mexico, MO

United States

Profile Information:

Aircraft Model
STOL CH 701, STOL CH 750, STOL CH 801, ZODIAC XL, ZODIAC CH 650
Project Status
Just started
Building From
Kit
Your website (about your aircraft...)
http://www.zenithair.com
Building Experience
Have worked on airplanes before
Flying Experience
Private Pilot
Building and Flying Info / Your Profession / Other Background Info
Owner, Zenith Aircraft Co.

Comment Wall:

  • Jon Croke

    FANTASTIC site.... user friendly, fun to use, organized for simple minds (like mine)... media rich, and the content will follow!
    Nice job!

    Dec 19, 2008

  • Juan Vega

    good to see you as well on the site. Pretty cool. Hope to see you in Sebring.
    By the way you would not believe it, the plane suffered from a bullet strike on the aileron! Seems the bullet(9mm) arched from over 2 miles away, tough part of town, on new years eve.

    Jan 5, 2009

  • Antonio Molina Gonzalez

    All is perfect, my leg too. Just I have the small scar in my face. Now I have face of an ugly man to reject the bad people just with the looking. lol
    Really I am perfect, give a hug to your wife and other for you.

    Jan 19, 2009

  • Antonio Molina Gonzalez

    Now I live in Spain but I am preparing all to live in Brasil

    Jan 19, 2009

  • Antonio Molina Gonzalez

    It was an story with a happy ending. Your govern paid to the hospital because I was a victim of crime and now the bandits are on jail. The man who punched and kicked me will be 5 years on jail.
    That's what the advocate told me.
    At least now I am alive and now I can build an STOL of your father design.

    Jan 28, 2009

  • Richard Benson

    Sebastien,

    Are the wing kits for the new CH650 using match-hole construction between the ribs and skins like the CH750 wing kits are?
    I enjoyed talking with you at Sebring.

    Thanks,

    Rich

    Feb 2, 2009

  • Kostas Rossidis

    Hi Sebastien at last a nice community for all Zenair enthusiasts.I will recommend George Alevizos and Alex Takis.George is flying SXUAL the yellow CH701 and I helped Alex (my best man) to get his hands on A CH801 in Texas last November.

    Best Regards...come in Greece

    Feb 3, 2009

  • philip cronje

    Sa is good at the moment. Lots of rain, more than usual. lots of flash floods and really wet! Been raining now for about 3 weeks almost daily!

    regards
    Philip

    Feb 7, 2009

  • Brady McCormick

    Sebastien,
    That wing tent is the coolest thing.
    I could see those selling at the airshows, with the zenith logo on them!
    Just a thought.........:)

    Feb 12, 2009

  • Thomas Richardson

    Sebastian , perhaps you could comment on the ongoing debate on good/bad fuel requirements for the Rotax engines. I know that Roger has said he burns 100LL in the 701, and Phil Lockwood has said " no problem" as long as a couple of issues are followed ( more frequent oil changes and a higher grade motorcycle oil). I know you might be hesitant but it sure could be helpful to your devoted followers) thanks, Tom

    Apr 2, 2009

  • Thomas Richardson

    Much appreciated. These things tend to take on a life of their own. as an aside, I am just getting ready to paint all components and assemble. I have enjoyed this build thouroughly and hope to build again in the future. Tom

    Apr 3, 2009

  • Mark Ertz

    Hi Sebastien, Ask your website manager if he can flip comments on each item to read most recent comment on top/first? I would like to read the most recent response top down. Thanks, Mark

    May 7, 2009

  • Juan Vega

    Hey Sebastian,
    my dad and i wre shooting the S___T last night and were wondering about the the 620. if two people were interested enough, could they conceivably buy plans to modify a 601 to a 620 with twin 2200s. We my be thinking of it as a fun project.

    Juan

    May 28, 2009

  • David Orr

    VG question:
    Sebastien, do you know if Zenith is going to sell a VG kit for the 701's elevatror?
    Thanks

    Jun 16, 2009

  • Dr. Allan B. Stuber

    Happy summer Zenith, I plan to fly to the Hot Party Saturday. I'm havin a grand time with the 750. the engine is mounted, the radiator connected. The wings are ready to attach.
    So much time, so little to do... a.a.a, did I say that wrong?

    Jun 24, 2009

  • Rick Lach

    Hi Sebastien,

    After reading about the upcoming “STOL Flying Techniques Forum” at Air Venture I was very disappointed that I will not be able to attend. California is a long way off and it’s a nice thought but not happening this year. Soooo how about you and your Zenith team take some videos and post them on the web site. I have a few hours in a 701 now but not enough to consider my self and expert, and even the experts can learn from a good discussion on this subject about the many techniques of landing and taking off the 701.

    How about it?

    Rick Lach

    Jul 20, 2009

  • Mike Armstead

    2009 open hanger. Is the schedule out yet? Will everything be on Saturday, or will it start in Friday afternoon?

    Thanks,
    Mike

    Aug 15, 2009

  • Lori Douglas

    I unpacked the crate one piece at a time. A neighbor had a fork lift and got the crate off the truck. The crate is now in the center of the garage, ready to serve as my work bench once inventory is done. Thank you for your help in getting it secured. The straps held great!

    Aug 18, 2009

  • Mark

    Thanks Sebastien! You guys make a great kit!

    Sep 22, 2009

  • Alexander Kuzmin

    Hi Sebastian,
    Ukraine began overflights of the first CH 640.

    Sep 27, 2009

  • Larry Oswell

    Hi Sebastien, I met you this spring when I was down for a Demo Flight. I Fell in love with the 750. Ordered one and will be at the factory on Oct 15 for the rudder workshop. Taking my kit home the 16th cant wait. Look forward to seeing you then. Larry

    Oct 6, 2009

  • Dr. Edward M. Moody II

    Just a note to let you know the latest. I finished the forty hours today and I'm looking forward to fly-ins, airshows, and pancake breakfasts around the state. I also hope to visit some builders who are in neighboring states within reach. Rest assured, vigilance and continued tweaking are still on the agenda. Thanks for a great kit and equally great support.

    Ed

    Oct 18, 2009

  • Jake Reyna

    Sebastian, 6-ZU-3-6. Instead of replacing the the L's on side access cutout, place the new L angle back to back with the existing L. It would save a step by not having to replace the nutplate.

    Nov 26, 2009

  • Stephen R. Smith

    Hard to say what the next cross country will be for me.

    I want to explore eastern Oregon and Washington.

    In about two months when the weather gets predictably good I will head out with a bunch of "fast" ultra-lights from this area. It will be a big circle route: Lodi CA, Salt Lake UT, Moab UT, Down Colorado River to Page AZ, then back home via Southern CA. These guys fly slowly – 70-75 MPH. I have been practicing flights at those speeds – not too bad in a 601 – a 701 would be better.

    Also have loose plans to fly to Alaska this summer with a 701 that is being built at QSP and will be based in Alaska.

    Steve

    Feb 24, 2010

  • Doug Dugger

    Sebastien Lori and I have returned from Arlington had what we consider a very good trip the show went well. Everyone was happy to see a real live 750 there. One gentleman called his friend who didn't come because he felt that there would not be one there. His freind drove down the next day just see and to demo fly with me hope to make a sale to him. Had some very positive commits on the 601xl seems to be some awakining interest in the 650 again. Hope it continues. Hope to see you and Roger in Oct.

    Jul 22, 2010

  • Jonathan Porter

    Have a wonderful and safe time at Oshkosh - I hope that next year we will be able to join you there - perhaps bring some of the girls over - and give you a hand...

    Wishing you and the team the very best of an event!

    Jul 26, 2010

  • Jonathan Porter

    Thanks for the Great Quote! I will use it plenty!!!
    “When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it." Henry Ford

    Sep 23, 2010

  • Dr. Edward M. Moody II

    Your Henry Ford quote reminds me of an Israeli saying, "God, we know that we are your chosen people, but once in a while could you please choose someone else?"

    In hindsight, adversity proves what we are capable of overcoming, but after thorough consideration, one has to wonder what positive things we could have done with all that effort on a smooth path.

    Ed

    Sep 24, 2010

  • Jonathan Porter

    Visitors get to take a prophylaxis (preventative treatment) which is OK for visits of 6 months or less... if you live here,,,, well,,,, it is part and parcel of the beauty of the challenge!!! Feeling better now, only a 3 day treatment...

    Nov 22, 2010

  • Rebecca Anne Shipman

    Look forward to meeting you at the workshop in January.  Fly safe!

    Dec 21, 2010

  • Wayne Clagg

    Thanks Sebastien, I appreciate it. The thanks should go to you folks at Zenith and your dad for providing the planes and plans. If it wasn't for for you I would never have been able to have my own plane. The 701 is just a nice general purpose plane, I absolutely love the way it flies, it has made me a better pilot for sure. Hope to see you soon.
    Wayne

    Feb 23, 2011

  • Malcolm Hunt

    Thanks Sebastien, we sometimes feel a bit cut off over here in the UK but Zenith have a lot of fans here.  Best wishes Malcolm

    Mar 2, 2011

  • nelson D

    hi

    Sebastien

    people are saying : the savanna (which is an copy of our CH701) flies faster and perform better ????

    Apr 6, 2011

  • Eric Shupperd

    Who can I contact about the zenith aero site. For some reason it will let me receive messages however I am not able to send messages or replies to messages.

    May 27, 2011

  • richard lauzon

    HI Sebastien  I was the guy who was talking to you with my wife at Sunnfun just before the storm hit. I just spent 1 week in midland learning the procedures to put together my 801.

    Oct 22, 2011

  • Kevin Boelk

    Hi Sebastien,

    My wife and I attended the Oct. 20th workshop.  We were discussing files for deburring, the file I was to explaining to you is a nib file. 

    Oct 29, 2011

  • Jake Reyna

    Sebastian, next time I'll have fresh batteries in the headset and enable the intercom, duh! Thanks for all the great advice.

    May 7, 2012

  • Normand Lambert

    Hi Mr Heinz,

    I have a question if I may... I have a CH701 and I asked for a 1200lbs gross instead of the usual 1100 lbs. Since it's a NEW AIRPLANE (amateur built in Canada) the MD-RA inspector (for amateur built) requested a letter from the designer (or representative) stating it can be flown at 1200 lbs GW  - but that the load factor/limit will be affected... Plans for the CH701 already states that and show the calculation in such a case. I sent him a copy of the page but that won't do. I also sent him a copy of the Canadian Aircraft Registration table showing CH701s already approved at 1200lbs (and sometimes more) and still it won't do.  

    Is there such a document stating that the CH701 can be flown at 1200 lbs provided the pilot is aware that load limits will go from +6/-3 G downt to +5.5/-2.8 G ? 

     

    The inspector told me I could register the plane at 1100lbs and after request an upgrade to 1200lbs to Transpost Canada which will be given right away. The inspector doesn't want to do it without the Letter because it will be on his head and if T.C. does it, he stays in the clear.

     

    If I can't get the Letter, I'll have to refile all paperwork, get my flight permit and ask for the increased GW afterwards... Delays, Delays, bureaucraty and such...

     

    I Know of quite a few builders that have requested 1200lbs from the start and were never bothered with this...

     

    Can you help ?

    Normand Lambert

    thech701storm@hotmail.com

    CH701 C-GFEU 

    May 19, 2012

  • Chumphol Sirinavin

    Hi Sebastien,

    Had I lived closer to most members, I might make upgrade kits for CH 701 with a (downloadable?) 'how to' manual complete with photos, drawings and videos on flight testing. With everything shown for DIY, many will want to just put cut and formed parts together the most expeditious way.

    But as is, I'd rather have you do it, if you want to.   ;^)

    As a retiree, building CH 701 is a very good hobby. I like it since my first flight with the previous owner in Puerto Rico. If the Honda Viking can make good record here, my third Zenith airplane might be another roomy (modified) CH 701 to take up my huge sons. 

    Champ

    May 20, 2012

  • Antonio Molina Gonzalez

    Hi Sebastian. I am much better, I hope you continue with your dream. Big Hug.

    Sep 28, 2012

  • Phill Barnes

    Hi Sebastien

    Just saying a quick hello and also wondering how your Dad is these days. It sure would be nice to have him say hello on this forum and tell us what he is up to of late. I was lunching in KFC in Tasmania Australia the other day and a gent sat down that in my mind very closely resembled Chris and so I wondered how he was. Though I have sold my plane, I still peruse the forum when I get the chance to stay up to date with new developments. I will someday soon be plans building the 750 Cruzer. I think that you have ticked a lot of boxes with this design and congratulate you.

    Say Hi to the pioneer for me.

    Phill Barnes

    Tasmania Australia

    Mar 3, 2014