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
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Exclusive Canadian Challenger Distributor
ANNOUNCING THE CANADIAN
2012 CHALLENGER LIGHT SPORT LINEUP
XL-65, XS-65, XS-50
SHIPPING NOW! ORDER YOURS NOW!
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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.
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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..
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Included
Included
Included
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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
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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
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Included
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
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Eliminated
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Eliminated
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Included
Included
Included
Included
Eliminated
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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
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