2012 challenger light sport lineup xl-65, xs-65, xs-50
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2012 challenger light sport lineup xl-65, xs-65, xs-50
N A T I O N A L U L T R A L I G H T I N C Exclusive Canadian Challenger Distributor ANNOUNCING THE CANADIAN 2012 CHALLENGER LIGHT SPORT LINEUP XL-65, XS-65, XS-50 SHIPPING NOW! ORDER YOURS NOW! w w w. c h a l l e n g e r. c a • 9 N i c o l e B l v d . , Ti n y, O N L 0 L 2 T 0 • 7 0 5 - 7 2 1 - 9 8 11 • b d q @ c h a l l e n g e r. c a . 2012 CHALLENGER LIGHT SPORT LINEUP In July 2010 the Challenger line of aircraft was expanded with a brand new Light Sport series consisting of two models - the XL-65 and XS-50. In February 2012 the Challenger Light Sport XS-65 was added. The new Challenger Light Sport XL-65, XS-65 and XS-50 are the most dramatic steps forward ever taken. The XL-65, XS-65 and XS-50 incorporate numerous design enhancements driven by customer inputs. The new models are easier to fly, faster in cruise, more rugged, more ergonomic and easier to build. Prices remain very affordable even with engine and instruments. The new XL-65 is a high power, high lift aircraft for amphibious floats, heavy loads and high density altitudes. A new wing design and a power package with 30% more thrust combine to allow an increase in gross weight from 960 to 1060 lbs. Standard 20 USgal wing tanks allow for the creation of a baggage compartment in the fuselage behind the passenger seat. The new XS-65 is a clip wing derivative of the XL-65 with all the same features including the 582 power pack but with a clip wing four feet shorter. The XS-65 is optimized for people who want speed. The maximum cruise speed is 100 mph - lightning fast for an ultralight! The XS-65 has an impressive payload of nearly 600 lbs. With its fast cruise, long range wing tanks and a baggage compartment in the fuselage the XS-65 makes a great cross-country machine. The new XS-50 is optimized as an economical go-fast airplane for wheels and skis. Cruise speed is increased to 90 mph thanks to a 26 ft clip wing and new streamlining features. The XS-50 is powered by the ASTM certified 50 hp Rotax 503 and has a 960 lb gross weight. The XS-50 comes standard with a 10 USgal fuselage tank. Available options are a 17 USgal fuselage tank or 20 USgal wing tanks. The wing tanks allow for a baggage compartment in the fuselage. From crisper handling to a more spacious cabin, the latest Challengers are not only more capable and comfortable they are better looking and quieter to boot! The new Light Sport models all retain the docile nature, low stall speed and amazing crosswind capability of previous generations of Challengers. The combination of outstanding STOL performance plus heavy duty landing gear and hydraulic disc brakes allow operation from short, unimproved strips. The Light Sport quick-build kits are easy and fun to assemble. As with all Challengers they include factory-built tail, wings and fuselage with controls pre-installed. New for the Light Sports is a precut anodized instrument panel as well as wiring harnesses for panel and engine. No special tools or skills are required. Realistic assembly times are in the neighborhood of 300 hours. A vastly better new manual has clear drawings, color pictures and punchy text. Support is readily available across Canada via phone and email as well as face-to-face through an extensive network of dealers and professional Challenger techs. For owners who assemble their kits at odd hours there is unmatched 7x24 support via web sites and online forums. In today's challenging economy the financial aspects of aircraft ownership are more critical than ever. The new Challenger Light Sports are less than a quarter of the cost of typical AULA and S-LSA aircraft. The low acquisition cost and very low operating and maintenance costs mean owners can afford to fly as often as they wish. 2 2012 CHALLENGER LIGHT SPORT LINEUP The 2012 Challenger lineup includes six choices - three new Light Sport models (XL-65, XS-65, XS-50) and three Classic Challenger II models (Legacy, Deluxe, Premium). The range of features, performance and prices is wide enough to suit just about every need and just about every budget. Each model is packaged as a quick-build kit including airframe, instruments, engine, prop - everything necessary except paint and pilot. The packages are configured on wheels and are ready for the installation of floats and skis at any time in the future. Prices range from the entry level Legacy at around $23,000 to the top of the line XL-65 with all the bells and whistles at around $37,000. Packages with the 582 power pack start at around $31,000. To spread out cash flow the packages may be split into airframe and power pack or into tail, wings, fuselage and engine. National Ultralight Inc. is the exclusive distributor for the Challenger line of aircraft in Canada. For more information visit www.challenger.ca. Contact us at 705-721-9811 or challenger@challenger.ca.. 3 N A T I O N A L U L T R A L I G H T I N C . Exclusive Canadian Challenger Distributor National Ultralight, the exclusive Canadian distributor for the Challenger line of aircraft, is delighted to announce the availability of the new 2012 Challenger Light Sport XS-65. The new model extends the Light Sport series which started shipping early last year with the introduction of the XL-65 and XS-50. 2012 CHALLENGER LIGHT SPORT XS-65 The XS-65 is a clip wing derivative of the best-selling XL-65 with all the same features including the 582 Power Pack but with a clip wing four feet shorter - 26 ft versus 29.5 ft. The Vne of the XS-65 is raised to 120 mph from 100 mph and the maximum cruise speed of the XS-65 is 100 mph versus 90 mph for the XL-65. The XS-65 has the same 1060 lb gross weight as the XL-65 for an impressive payload of nearly 600 lbs which is actually higher than most two seat aircraft with much larger, more expensive engines. The XS-65 is approved for amphibious floats in the Canadian Advanced Ultralight category. The XS-65 is optimized for people who want high power and low drag to give the maximum possible speed. With its fast cruise, long range wing tanks and a baggage compartment in the fuselage the XS-65 makes a great cross-country machine. Good fuel economy and low maintenance costs mean owners will not think about their wallets before going flying. The clip wing XS-65 has fighter-like performance and maneuverability. Controls are light and harmonized for superb handling. The XS-65 retains the docile nature, low stall speed and amazing crosswind capability of previous generations of Challengers. The combination of outstanding STOL performance plus heavy duty landing gear and hydraulic disc brakes allow the XS-65 to operate from short, unimproved strips. w w w. c h a l l e n g e r. c a • 9 N i c o l e B l v d . , Ti n y, O N L 0 L 2 T 0 • 7 0 5 - 7 2 1 - 9 8 11 • b d q @ c h a l l e n g e r. c a 2012 CANADIAN CHALLENGER LIGHT SPORT XS-65 The XS-65 has the signature new Light Sport tail and wing design shared with the XL-65 and XS-50 plus the easy entry cockpit, ergonomic instrument panel and all the other great new features. The new Light Sport models have proven popular, not surprising since they were designed expressly for our Canadian missions. In 2011 the top of the line 582-powered XL-65 was the choice of the majority of new owners due to its strong performance on amphibious floats, with heavy loads and at high density altitudes. The XS-50 was the budget-minded choice for low acquisition cost and good price/performance on wheels and skis. The Light Sport quick-build kits are easy and fun to assemble. As with all Challengers they include factory-built tail, wings and fuselage with controls pre-installed. New for the Light Sports is a precut anodized instrument panel as well as wiring harnesses for panel and engine. No special tools or skills are required. Realistic assembly times are in the neighborhood of 300 hours. A vastly better new manual has clear drawings, color pictures and punchy text. Support is readily available across Canada via phone and email as well as face-to-face through an extensive network of dealers and professional Challenger techs. For owners who assemble their kits at odd hours there is unmatched 7x24 support via web sites and online forums. In today's challenging economy the financial aspects of aircraft ownership are more critical than ever. The new Challenger Light Sports are less than a quarter of the cost of typical AULA and S-LSA aircraft. The low acquisition cost and very low operating and maintenance costs mean owners can afford to fly as often as they wish. The 2012 Challenger lineup includes six choices - three new Light Sport models (XL-65, XS-65, XS-50) and three Classic Challenger II models (Legacy, Deluxe, Premium). The range of features, performance and prices is wide enough to suit just about every need and just about every budget. Each model is packaged as a quick-build kit including airframe, instruments, engine, prop - everything necessary except paint and pilot. The packages are configured on wheels and are ready for the installation of floats and skis at any time in the future. Prices range from the entry level Legacy at around $23,000 to the top of the line XL-65 with all the bells and whistles at around $37,000. Packages with the 582 power pack start at around $31,000. To spread out cash flow the package may be split into airframe and power pack or into tail, wings, fuselage and engine. National Ultralight Inc. is the exclusive distributor for the Challenger line of aircraft in Canada. For more information visit www.challenger.ca. Contact us at 705-721-9811 or challenger@challenger.ca. 2 N A T I O N A L U L T R A L I G H T I N C . Exclusive Canadian Challenger Distributor National Ultralight is delighted to announce the new 2011 Challenger Light Sport XL-65 and XS-50. Numerous great new features kick the Canadian Challenger up yet another notch to further secure its position as by far the most popular airplane in its class - Canada’s favourite advanced ultralight. 2011 CHALLENGER LIGHT SPORT XL-65 AND XS-50 The new 2011 Challenger Light Sport XL-65 is a high power, high lift aircraft for amphibious floats, heavy loads and high density altitudes. A 29.5 ft midsize wing, a power package with 30% more thrust, new landing gear and standard 20 USgal wing tanks combine to allow a gross weight increase to 1060 lbs. As an additional benefit the wing tanks also allow for the creation of a baggage compartment in the fuselage behind the passenger seat. The XL-65 is powered by the ASTM certified 65 hp Rotax 582. The new 2011 Challenger Light Sport XS-50 is optimized as an economical go-fast airplane for wheels and skis. Cruise speed is increased to 90 mph thanks to a 26 ft clip wing and new streamlining features. The XS-50 is powered by the ASTM certified 50 hp Rotax 503. The XS-50 has a 960 lb gross weight and comes standard with a 10 USgal fuselage tank. Available options are a 17 USgal fuselage tank or 20 USgal wing tanks. The wing tanks allow for a baggage compartment in the fuselage behind the passenger seat. The 2011 Challenger Light Sport models were designed expressly for our diverse Canadian requirements. They build on the very worthy foundation of the US Challenger II LSS with key enhancements to dial them perfectly into our Canadian missions and climate. The XL-65 and XS-50 honour the tradition of the classic Challenger II 582 Premium and Challenger II 503 Deluxe by bringing together components from multiple third party suppliers to form complete quick-build packages needing only paint and pilot. The new Challenger Light Sport XL-65 and XS-50 represent the most dramatic step forward ever taken. These models incorporate numerous design enhancements driven by customer inputs. The goals were to make them easier to build and easier to fly, more ergonomic and more rugged. They carry more payload farther and faster. All while keeping the price at very affordable levels even with engine and instruments. w w w. c h a l l e n g e r. c a • 9 N i c o l e B l v d . , Ti n y, O N L 0 L 2 T 0 • 7 0 5 - 7 2 1 - 9 8 11 • b d q @ c h a l l e n g e r. c a 2011 CANADIAN CHALLENGER LIGHT SPORT XL-65 AND XS-50 The most visible of the new features are the new tail and rudder which are much larger than on earlier models. The Canadian Challenger Light Sports also have differential ailerons. The result is easier, more conventional handling which will appeal to pilots who prefer more directional stability and less footwork. Notice however that the new Canadian LS tapered tail is not quite so large as the US Challenger LSS. We have taken a more balanced approach to stability and handling which retains the earlier Challenger’s legendary elevator-like sideslipping and ability to operate in high crosswinds on water and ice. Less visible but highly useful nevertheless is the availability of wing tanks in both the XL-65 (standard) and the XS-50 (optional). This makes room for a very handy baggage compartment in the fuselage behind the passenger seat. In the XL-65 wing tanks contribute to increasing the gross weight to 1060 lbs. The handling characteristics of the new Challenger Light Sport models are light and responsive. The combination of the new design light weight leading edge channel wrap and bottom ribs plus the proven fibreglass Hoerner wingtips now included as standard provides hitherto unheard of roll responsiveness. This brand new wing configuration provides for a great ride in turbulence and increased controllability. Cruise speed has increased for both the XL-65 and XS-50. The new wing design reduces drag while providing increased lift and stability. It is readily identified by its smooth leading edge and bottom ribs plus flush gussets attaching the ribs to the leading and trailing edge spars. Beyond the main lift struts further drag reductions were effected by adding streamline fairings to the jury struts and stab struts. The new solid aluminum main landing gear reduces drag by enabling use of improved gear leg fairings and eliminating all external cables. The internal carry through structures in the fuselage have been beefed up substantially. This new landing gear readily absorbs the bumps of rough farm fields and less elegant landings. The new hydraulic disc brakes make for very short stops. Customers asked for this! Entry and exit is made easier by the redesigned cockpit side rails, doors and windscreen. The new pre fab instrument panel accommodates the new extended suite of instruments while still providing good leg clearance for taller pilots. On the XL-65 a new GPL heavy duty electric start system provides 30% more torque for faster starts. On the XS-50 the new Quad City electric start system operates through the PTO end of the engine allowing a backup manual starter to be simultaneously installed at the MAG end. The Challenger Light Sport quick-build kits are even easier and more fun to assemble than the classics. As with all Challengers they include factory-built tail, wings and fuselage with controls pre-installed. New for the Light Sports is a precut predrilled instrument panel and wiring harnesses for panel and engine. No special tools or skills are required. Realistic assembly times are in the vicinity of 300 hours. A vastly better new manual has clear drawings, color pictures and punchy text. Support is readily available across Canada via phone and email as well as face-to-face through an extensive network of dealers and professional Challenger techs. For owners who assemble their kits at odd hours there is unmatched 7x24 support via web sites and online forums. The 2011 Challenger Light Sports can be registered in Canada in the Advanced Ultralight category or in the Amateur-Built category. The new Light Sport series has a number of new features to facilitate the Amateur-Built route, for example control stops and pilot accessible fuel shutoff system. 2 2011 CANADIAN CHALLENGER LIGHT SPORT XL-65 AND XS-50 In addition to the satisfaction of assembling your own airplane and knowing it inside and out, a big advantage to registering as Advanced Ultralight or Amateur-Built is that you can do all maintenance and inspections yourself or with the assistance of whomever you choose. If you are not a do it yourself type then in Canada both categories allow up to 100% of the assembly to be done by pros if you wish. In Canada the Challenger Light Sport XL-65 and XS-50 may be flown with the economical Ultralight Pilot Permit or with a traditional pilot certificate such as the Recreational Permit or Private Licence. In today's challenging economy the financial aspects of aircraft ownership are more critical than ever. The new Challenger Light Sports are less than a quarter of the cost of typical AULA and LSA aircraft. The low acquisition cost and very low operating and maintenance costs mean owners can afford to fly as often as they wish. Challenger owners never pause to think how much it will cost to go for a flight. The 2011 Challenger Light Sport airframe packages start around $20,000 for the quick-build kit including instruments and all described features. The available power packages include engine, mounts, redrive, prop and everything else needed to get the air moving backward and the plane moving forward. A nicely equipped airframe and power package for the 582 powered XL-65 is priced in the mid thirties while the 503 powered XS-50 is priced in the high twenties. To spread out cash flow the package may be split into airframe and power pack or into tail, wings, fuselage and engine sub-kits. The new two seat Challenger Light Sport models position themselves beside the most advanced AULA’s in Canada and the S-LSA's and E-LSA's of the US Light Sport Aircraft category. Challengers emphasize the fun of building and flying your own airplane whereas virtually all of the new AULA’s and LSA's follow the Cessna tradition of hermetically sealing the occupants away from the flying experience. Would you rather drive a mini-van on the freeway or a two-seat roadster on a winding country road? And why be restricted to the interstate when you can go direct on land, sea or snow! Challengers also emphasize the philosophy that recreational aircraft should be both affordable to acquire and affordable to operate and maintain. The price tags of the latest AULA’s and LSA's are well over $100,000 on wheels and $150,000 on floats which is completely out of reach for most recreational aviators! The new Challenger Light Sport models deliver wide ranging major improvements while retaining the docile nature of classic Challengers including low stall speeds with no wing drops. Also retained are the outstanding STOL operations with takeoff and landing rolls in the 200-400 ft range as well as unmatched crosswind capabilities. Payload is very impressive and is actually higher than in most two seat aircraft with much larger, more expensive engines. The versatility to go high and fast or to go low and slow, the capability to operate from short unimproved strips, the ability to fly with the doors off like a roadster with the top down, and the unmatched visibility from both seats combine to put the fun back into flying. There is nothing like a Challenger Light Sport. National Ultralight Inc. is the exclusive distributor for the Challenger line of aircraft in Canada. For more information visit www.challenger.ca. Contact us at 705-721-9811 or challenger@challenger.ca. 3 2012 Challenger Light Sport - Overview Challenger Light Sport XL-65 Challenger Light Sport XS-65 Challenger Light Sport XS-50 582 - Midsize Wing - Tapered Tail - 1060 Gross 582 - Clip Wing - Tapered Tail - 1060 Gross 503 - Clip Wing - Tapered Tail - 960 Gross Package Goals Max Power, Max Lift Max Speed, Max Maneuverability Economical Go Fast Target Missions Amphib Floats, Heavy Loads, High Altitude, Wheels, Skis, Wheel/Skis Wheels, Skis, Wheel/Skis, High Altitude, Heavy Loads, Amphib Floats Wheels, Skis, Wheel/Skis Tapered Tail - LSS/UK Hybrid Higher Gross Weight for Amphibs Wing Tanks & Fuselage Baggage (Std) All New Light Sport Features Included Tapered Tail - LSS/UK Hybrid Higher Gross Weight for Payload Wing Tanks & Fuselage Baggage (Std) All New Light Sport Features Included Tapered Tail - LSS/UK Hybrid Gross Weight Good for Wheels, Skis Wing Tanks & Fuselage Baggage (Opt) All New Light Sport Features Included Key New Elements Availability Power Pack - Engine Power Pack - Prop SHIPPING NOW SHIPPING NOW SHIPPING NOW ROTAX 582 - ASTM Certified 60" 3-Blade Carbon Fibre Ground Adjustable ROTAX 582 - ASTM Certified 60" 3-Blade Carbon Fibre Ground Adjustable ROTAX 503 - ASTM Certified 60" 2-Blade Wood Fixed Pitch Wing Span 29.5 ft Midsize Wing 26 ft Clip Wing 26 ft Clip Wing Wing Tips Hoerner Fibreglass Hoerner Fibreglass Hoerner Fibreglass Leading Edge Wrap Flaperons Ailerons Tail Dorsal New Light Sport Design New Light Sport Design New Light Sport Design 7.5 in Chord x 12 ft Span (Each) 7.5 in Chord x 10 ft Span (Each) 7.5 in Chord x 10 ft Span (Each) Differential Differential Differential New Tapered Tail - LSS/UK Hybrid New Tapered Tail - LSS/UK Hybrid New Tapered Tail - LSS/UK Hybrid Small Dorsal + Fillet Small Dorsal + Fillet Small Dorsal + Fillet Load Factors at Max Gross +6G / -3G +6G / -3G +6G / -3G Max Gross Weight 1060 lbs 1060 lbs 960 lbs Max Zero Fuel Weight 960 lbs 960 lbs n/a Empty Weight - Wheels or Skis 475 lbs 475 lbs 450 lbs Payload on Wheels or Skis 585 lbs 585 lbs 510 lbs Empty Weight - Amphib Floats 575 lbs 575 lbs n/a Payload on Amphib Floatss 485 lbs 485 lbs n/a Typical Takeoff / Landing Distances STOL! STOL! STOL! 34 39 37 105 mph 120 mph 120 mph 20 mph Stall Speed (Flaps Down) Vne Max Crosswind 20 mph 20 mph Max Cruise Speed (Wheels) 90 mph 100 mph 90 mph 3.0 - 4.0 USgph = 12 - 16 L/hr 3.0 - 4.0 USgph = 12 - 16 L/hr 3.5 - 4.5 USgph = 14 - 18 L/hr Fuel Consumption at Typical Cruise Endurance at Typical Cruise with Wing Tanks 5 - 7 hrs 5 - 7 hrs 4.5 - 5.5 hrs 400 - 500 sm 400 - 500 sm 400 - 500 sm Standard Fuel Tankage 20 USgal Wing Tanks 20 USgal Wing Tanks 10 USgal Fuselage Tank Optional Fuel Tankage n/a n/a 17 USgal Fuselage or 20 USgal Wing Standard with Included Wing Tanks Standard with Included Wing Tanks Requires Optional Wing Tanks 100 lbs 100 lbs 100 lbs New Light Sport Design New Light Sport Design New Light Sport Design Quick-Build Kit Standard Standard Standard Factory Built Tail, Wings, Fuselage Standard Standard Standard Factory Installed Controls Standard Standard Standard Factory Presewn / Precut Superflite Fabric Standard Standard Standard 300 hrs 300 hrs 300 hrs Standard Standard Standard Range at Typical Cruise with Wing Tanks Baggage Compartment in Fuselage Baggage Compartment Max Capacity Easy Entry Cockpit Realistic Assembly Time 6061-T6 Aircraft Aluminum & AN Hardware Full Dual Controls - Stick, Rudder, Throttle Standard Standard Standard New Light Sport Design New Light Sport Design New Light Sport Design Engine Runs On Regular Auto Fuel, AvGas & Boat Gas Standard Standard Standard Engine Runs On Fuel With Up To 10% Ethanol ("E10") Standard Standard Standard Low Twenties Low Twenties Low Twenties Heavy Duty Landing Gear with Hydraulic Disc Brakes Base Price for Complete Airframe excl Power Pack Base Price with Power Pack - Just Add Paint & Pilot Price vs Competition 2012 Challenger Light Sport - Overview Mid Thirties Mid Thirties High Twenties 1/4 of typical S-LSA 1/4 of typical S-LSA 1/5 of typical S-LSA 1/1 3/20/12 2012 Challenger Light Sport - Features Challenger Light Sport XL-65 Challenger Light Sport XS-65 Challenger Light Sport XS-50 Maximum Lift & Minimum Stall 29.5 ft Midsize Wing 166 sq ft Max Speed & Max Maneuverability 26 ft Clip Wing 144 sq ft Speed & Maneuverability 26 ft Clip Wing 144 sq ft NEW Wing Design for Increased Lift, Speed, Strength NEW Airfoil Camber Increased NEW Light Weight Leading Edge Channel Wrap NEW Flush Gussets on Leading & Trailing Edges NEW Bottom Ribs & Rib Channels NEW Greatly Increased Stiffness NEW Improved Roll Responsiveness Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included NEW HL-100 Heavy Load Saddle Kit NEW Improved Lift Strut to Longeron Attachment NEW Increased Positive G-Load Factor NEW Reduced Stress on Very Rough Surfaces Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included NEW Fiberglass Hoerner Wingtips NEW Boxed Wing Tip Structure NEW Reduced Drag for Higher Speed NEW Improved Roll Responsiveness Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included New LSS/UK Hybrid Tapered Tail 10" Higher; 25% More Area Larger & Beefier 50% Thicker Included Included New LSS/UK Hybrid Tapered Tail 10" Higher; 25% More Area Larger & Beefier 50% Thicker Included Included New LSS/UK Hybrid Tapered Tail 10" Higher; 25% More Area Larger & Beefier 50% Thicker Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included 7.5 in Chord x 12 ft Span (Each) Included Included 7.5 in Chord x 10 ft Span (Each) Included Included 7.5 in Chord x 10 ft Span (Each) Included Included NEW In-Flight Adjustable Pitch Trim NEW Minimize Workload - Maximize Controllability Included Included Included Included Included Included NEW Heavy Duty Solid Aluminum Landing Gear NEW No Cables = Reduced Drag Included Included Included Included Included Included NEW Heavy Duty Gear Load Carry Through Structures NEW Fuselage Beefed Up Substantially Included Included Included Included Included Included NEW Hegar Hydraulic Disc Brakes NEW Much More Stopping Power & Ground Control Included Included Included Included Included Included NEW Oversized 6" Polished, Spun Aluminum Wheels NEW Oversize Nose & Main Tires for Rough Ground NEW Oversize 6" Nose Fork for Rough Ground NEW Oversize 6" Wheel Pants to Reduce Drag Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included NEW Wing to Optimize for Priority Mission NEW Wing Span NEW Wing Area NEW Vertical Tail & Rudder NEW Size Compared To Standard Tail NEW Tubing Size & Tailpost Weldments NEW Rudder Cable Diameter NEW Increased Directional Stability & Control NEW Balanced Stability & Maneuverability NEW Differential Ailerons NEW Reduced Adverse Yaw NEW Flaperons - Combined Ailerons & Flaps NEW Optimized for Maximum Lift NEW Optimized for Maximum Maneuverabiltiy 2012 Challenger Light Sport - Features 1/3 3/6/12 2012 Challenger Light Sport - Features Challenger Light Sport XL-65 Challenger Light Sport XS-65 Challenger Light Sport XS-50 NEW Easy Entry Cockpit NEW Wider Opening for Pilot Ingress/Egress NEW Lower Rear Siderails for Passenger Entry NEW Wraparound Windshield NEW Fully Enclosed Cabin NEW Removeable Doors NEW Tinted or Clear Lexan NEW Shoulder Harnesses - Front & Rear NEW Hinged Windscreen for Ultimate Easy Entry Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Optional Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Optional Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Optional NEW Instrument Panel Prefabricated NEW Precut & Predrilled via CNC NEW Mounting Hardware with Vibration Dampeners NEW Accommodates Wide Range of Instruments NEW Choice of Analogue or EIS Versions NEW Ergonomic Design to Increase Legroom Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included NEW Extensive Suite Of Instruments: NEW Air Speed Indicator, Altimeter, Slip Indicator, NEW Compass, Tachometer, Hour Meter, NEW Fuel Gauge+Sender (Dual for Wing Tanks), NEW Dual Exhaust Gas Temp, Dual Cylinder Head Temp, NEW Coolant Temperature for 582 Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included n/a NEW Aircraft Style Ignition Switch (Off/Left/Right/Both/Start) Included Included Included NEW Instrument Panel Wiring Harness NEW Engine Wiring Harness Included Included Included Included Included Included NEW Control Stops NEW Built-in for Rudder (at Control Horns) NEW Built-in for Ailerons (at Bellcranks) NEW Built-in for Elevators (Internal Structure) Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included NEW Fairings for Speed & Looks NEW Nose Cone & Midwing Gap Gover NEW New Design Main Landing Gear Fairings NEW Main Lift Struts, Wing Jury Struts, Tail Stab Struts Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included NEW Wing Tanks: 2 x 10 USgal = Total 20 USgal NEW Dual Fuel Gauge, Senders for Each Tank NEW Vented Caps, Gascolator NEW Located 4.5' Outboard of Root Tube NEW Rib Webs Integrated for Support NEW Redesigned Compression/Drag Struts for Strength NEW Increased Positive G-Load Factor NEW Increased Range & Endurance NEW Allows Baggage Compartment in Fuselage Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional NEW Pilot Accessible Fuel Shut-Off Included Included Included 2012 Challenger Light Sport - Features 2/3 3/6/12 2012 Challenger Light Sport - Features NEW Purpose-Built Aviation Engine Included NEW Certified ASTM Compliant NEW Warranty: 18 Months or 100 Hours NEW Runs On Regular Auto Fuel, AvGas & Boat Gas NEW Runs On Fuel With Up To 10% Ethanol ("E10") NEW Dual Electronic Ignition NEW Dual CV Carbs NEW Fuel System NEW Exhaust System NEW Mounts: Motor, Exhaust, Fuel Pump NEW Cooling Method NEW Cooling System NEW Oil Injection NEW Cabin Heater NEW Radiator Louvres (Top & Bottom) NEW Purpose-Built 2.6-to-1 Reduction Drive NEW Propellor Matched To Engine NEW Blade Pitch Setting NEW Upgraded with Leading Edge Protection NEW Upgraded with Machined Aluminum HP-L Hub NEW 582 Heavy Duty Electric Start System by GPL NEW Pull Start Backup (Field Installable) NEW 503 Electric Start System by QCU NEW Pull Start Backup (Full Time) NEW 12V 170W DC Electrical System NEW Regulator/Rectifier, 4ga Wiring, Solenoid NEW Assembly Easier & Quicker NEW Assembly Manual Vastly Improved NEW Instrument Panel Completely Prefab NEW Instrument & Engine Wiring Harnesses NEW Complete Fuel System Provided NEW Head Scratching & Guesswork 2012 Challenger Light Sport - Features Challenger Light Sport XL-65 Challenger Light Sport XS-65 Challenger Light Sport XS-50 Rotax 582 - 65 hp Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Liquid - Rad Included Optional Optional Optional Rotax 582 - 65 hp Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Liquid - Rad Included Optional Optional Optional Rotax 503 - 50 hp Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Air - Fan Included Optional Optional n/a Included Included Included 60" 3-Blade Carbon Fibre Ground Adjustable Nickel - Included Included 60" 3-Blade Carbon Fibre Ground Adjustable Nickel - Included Included 60" 2-Blade Wood Fixed Pitch - Specify Cruise or Climb Uralite - Included n/a Included Included Included Included n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Included Eliminated Included Included Included Included Included Eliminated Included Included Included Included Included Eliminated 3/3 3/6/12 2012 Challenger Light Sport - Additional Information Challenger Light Sport XL-65 Challenger Light Sport XS-65 Challenger Light Sport XS-50 Qualifies as Canadian Advanced Ultralight (AULA) Yes Yes Yes Qualifies as Canadian 51% Amateur-Built (A-B) Yes Yes Yes Qualifies as Canadian Basic Ultralight (BULA) Yes Yes Yes Qualifies for Canadian Passenger Carrying (AULA or A-B) Yes Yes Yes Can be Flown with Canadian Ultralight Pilot Permit Yes Yes Yes Can be Flown with Canadian Recreational Permit or Private Licence Yes Yes Yes Can be Flown with Canadian Commercial or ATP Licence Yes Yes Yes Inspections & Maintenance without Canadian AME Yes Yes Yes Qualifies as US Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) Yes Yes Yes Qualifies as US 51% Amateur-Built (E-AB) Yes Yes Yes Can be Flown by US Sport Pilot without Medical Yes Yes Yes Can be Flown with US Recreational Permit or Private Certificate Yes Yes Yes Can be Flown with US Commercial or ATP Licence Yes Yes Yes Inspections & Maintenance without US A&P Yes Yes Yes 2012 Challenger Light Sport - Additional Information 1/1 3/6/12