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Flight DesignUltralight · Fixed-wing · Germany

CTSW

Seats
2 2
Power
101 hp75 kW
Cruise
112 kt207 km/h

About the CTSW

The Flight Design CTSW is an ultralight, fixed-wing aircraft featuring a single engine and a pod-and-boom composite structure. It is configured with side-by-side seating for two occupants inside a cabin wider than many legacy light aircraft. The model is well-suited for pilots seeking efficient cross-country travel and recreational flying under light-sport rules.

Originating from a manufacturer of hang gliders and paragliders, the airframe is constructed from carbon and Kevlar molds, with production initially established overseas. After taking early factory-built light-sport approvals at an aviation convention, the short-wing design achieved widespread commercial success and topped fleet rankings for its category over multiple years. Routine maintenance for the type involves periodic replacement of rubber engine components and parachute recovery systems.

CTSW prices

10 for sale now

2007 · 780 h

USD
Low
$72,000
Typical
$79,000
High
$85,000
By year built · United States · USD
BuiltHoursLowTypicalHigh
2006780$66,000$72,000$78,000
2007780$72,000$79,000$85,000
2008780$79,000$86,000$93,000
By year built · United Kingdom · GBP
BuiltHoursLowTypicalHigh
2006780£43,000£54,000£67,000
2007780£47,000£59,000£73,000
2008780£51,000£64,000£80,000
By year built · Euro countries · EUR
BuiltHoursLowTypicalHigh
2006720€47,000€59,000€73,000
2007720€51,000€64,000€80,000

CTSW running costs

$175 an hour
A year
LowTypicalHigh
Fuel$4,304$5,412$6,362
Oil$81$101$131
Engine overhaul reserve$800$867$1,167
Annual inspection and maintenance$2,500$3,500$4,500
Hangar$3,000$6,300$9,600
Insurance$980$1,280$1,582
Total$11,665$17,460$23,342
Per hour$117$175$233

Engine

Model
Rotax 912S
Power
101 hp
Overhaul
2,000 h / 15 yr
Fuel burn
5.7 – 7.1 gal/h
Fuel price
$8.20 /US gal

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