ZlinUltralight · Fixed-wing · Czech Republic
Cub
- Seats
- 2 2
- Power
- 80 hp60 kW
- Cruise
- 92 kt170 km/h
About the Cub
The Zlin CUB is an ultralight fixed-wing light sport aircraft produced in the Czech Republic. It features a high-wing configuration supported by struts, conventional landing gear, and a welded steel tube fuselage paired with aluminum and fabric-covered surfaces. Accommodating two people, it suits recreational flying.
The manufacturer constructs the wings with root fuel tanks and aluminum ribs. Marketed under various names such as Classic, Cruiser, and Bobber, the design is officially recognized as an accepted special light-sport aircraft.
Cub running costs
$150 an hour| Low | Typical | High | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $3,398 | $4,264 | $5,018 |
| Oil | $64 | $80 | $104 |
| Engine overhaul reserve | $800 | $867 | $1,167 |
| Annual inspection and maintenance | $2,500 | $3,500 | $4,500 |
| Hangar | $3,000 | $6,300 | $9,600 |
| Total | $9,762 | $15,011 | $20,389 |
| Per hour | $98 | $150 | $204 |
Engine
- Model
- Rotax 912UL
- Power
- 80 hp
- Overhaul
- 2,000 h / 15 yr
- Fuel burn
- 4.5 – 5.6 gal/h
- Fuel price
- $8.20 /US gal
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