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STOL CH 750 STOL = Short Take-Off and Landing Optimized for off-airport operations

Large elevator with electric trim tab

High Lift Wing with Fixed Leading Edge Slats Full-length Flaperons Climb

Cruise

STOL CH 750 Full Flying rudder for excellent slow flight characteristics

CH 750 Cruzer All-new tail design

STOL CH 750 Thick High Lift Wing Full-length Flaperons

Inverted Stabilizer!

Rugged Landing Gear LARGE WHEELS WITH ‘TUNDRA’ TIRES Excellent grass field and off-airport capability with standard tricycle gear configuration Full Flying rudder for excellent slow flight characteristics

Durable all-metal airframe Swept up rear fuselage

Huge bubble doors for max visibility and max width at the shoulders *

CH 750 Kit Features

(shared by both the STOL and Cruzer models): Provision for floats or skis CNC match-drilled skins and parts Factory riveted wing spars and lower cabin frame Made in the USA and supported by an industry leader Detailed BLUEPRINTS & CONSTRUCTION MANUALS (not just assembly instructions) insttructions) Extensive builder support network including Zenith.Aero online community Modular Construction Minimizes workshop space requirements LIFETIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT T FROM THE FACTORY Welded wing tanks (supplied ready to install in the kit) Kit includes wheels, tires, hydraulic brakes Acrylic (plexiglass) windshied and door windows Kit includes seatbelts with shoulder harness.

Hoerner Wing Tips

CH 750 Cruzer All-new Wing Design optimized for efficient cruise and low stall speed

Removable wings (folding wing option also available)

Zenith CH 750 Cruzer NEW Cross-Country Cruiser Optimized for efficient cruise and “on-airport” operations

STOL CH 750 Fixed Wing Leading Edge Slats Welded fuel tanks

The landing gear is optimized for orr “on “oon “on-airport” operations with small maller le wheels and available smaller fairings.

CH 750 Cruzer Single wing strut

The STOL and Cruzer share the same firewall to maximize available powerplant choices. Engine Choices include UL Power, Continental, Lycoming, Rotax, and more...

Top Skylight “Above Cab” wing design

Large baggage area

STOL CH 750 Huge bubble doors for maximum visibility and room, (optional with Cruzer)

Dual controls

Choice of Engine

Adjustable seats Heavy duty spring main gear

CH 750 Cruzer Tricycle gear optimized for “on-airport” operations (with available fairings)

Ease and simplicity of a steerable tricycle gear.

STOL CH 750 Hydraulic disc brakes Excellent grass field capability

Steerable nosewheel/ Shock absorbing “bungee” nose gear

CH 750 Design Features Based on a professional and very proven design (since 1986)

Dual Swing-Up Doors Easy Cabin Access!

Huge Cabin with bubble doors (optional with Cruzer) Large baggage area Fully Adjustable Seats Large Swing-Up Doors for Easy Cabin Access Cabin Access from either side Fantastic Visibility! Superb forward and downward visibility

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PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

CH 750 CRUZER

STOL CH 750

LENGTH

23’ 6”

6.7 m

21’ 10”

6.7 m

HEIGHT

9’ 2”

2.8 m

8‘ 8”

2.6 m

WING SPAN

29’ 9’

9.1 m

29‘ 9”

9.1 m

WING AREA

147’ sq.ft.

13.7 m.sq.

144’ sq.ft.

13.4 m.sq.

WING CHORD

4’ 11”

1.51 m

4 ‘ 10”

1.5 m

HORIZONTAL TAIL SPAN

8’ 0”

2.44 m

8’ 5”

2.6 m

EMPTY WEIGHT

780 lbs

354 kg

775 lbs

350 kg

DESIGN GROSS WEIGHT

1,440 lbs

652 kg

1,440 lbs

652 kg

USEFUL LOAD

660 lbs

300 kg

665 lbs

300 kg

FUEL CAPACITY (Standard)

30 US Gal.

114 l.

24 US Gal.

90 l.

180 lbs

82 kg

144 lbs

65 kg

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PERFORMANCE

CH 750 CRUZER

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TAKE-OFF ROLL

350 ft

107 m

100 ft

30 m

LANDING ROLL

350 ft

107 m

125 ft

38 m

CRUISE (75%)

118 MPH

190 km/h

100 MPH

162 km/h

STALL

39 MPH

35 MPH

56 km/h

RATE OF CLIMB

1,200 fpm

6 m/s

1,000 fpm

5.1 m/s

SERVICE CEILING

14,000+ ft

4,200+ m

14,000+ ft

4,200+ m

RANGE

520 mi

830 km

440 mi

710 km

ENDURANCE

4.5 hours

190 km/h

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PERFORMANCE & SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE with Rotax 912S - 100 hp

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TAKE-OFF ROLL

60 Feet

90 Feet

LENGTH

20 Ft. 11 In.

6.38 m.

TOP SPEED

95 MPH

95 MPH

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8 Ft. 7 In.

2.6 m.

CRUISE SPEED (75%)

85 MPH

85 MPH

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27 Ft. 0 In.

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28 MPH

30 MPH

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122 Sq. Ft.

8.23 m. 11.4 m.sq.

RATE OF CLIMB

1,600 fpm

1,400 fpm

EMPTY WEIGHT

580 Lbs.

263 kg.

SERVICE CEILING

16000+ Ft.

14000+ Ft.

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1,100 Lbs.

500 kg.

RANGE (no reserve)

400 miles

400 miles

USEFUL LOAD

520 Lbs.

236 kg.

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PERFORMANCE & SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE Lycoming O-360, 180 BHP TAKE-OFF ROLL MAX. LEVEL SPEED

Typical Load: 500 lbs. 1,650 lbs. 290 Ft. 112 MPH

Gross Weight: 1000 lbs 2,200 lbs. 390 Ft. 110 MPH

SPECIFICATION FIGURES Standard Configuration LENGTH HEIGHT (rudder tip)

24 Ft. 6 In. 10 Ft. 0 In.

7.5 m. 3.0 m.

CRUISE SPEED (75%) STALL SPEED RATE OF CLIMB SERVICE CEILING

106 MPH 35 MPH 1,200 fpm 16,000+ Ft.

105 MPH 39 MPH 720 fpm 14,000 Ft.

WING SPAN WING AREA EMPTY WEIGHT GROSS WEIGHT

31 Ft. 4 In. 167 Sq. Ft. 1,300 Lbs. 2,200 Lbs.

9.5 m. 15.5 m.sq. 522 kg. 975 kg.

RANGE / ENDURANCE (Std.) EXTENDED RANGE OPTION

320 miles / 3 Hrs. 640 miles / 6 Hrs.

315 miles / 3 Hrs. 630 miles / 6 Hrs.

USEFUL LOAD G LOAD (Ultimate)

900 Lbs. +5.7 / -2.8 G

455 kg. +5.7 / -2.8 G

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ZENITH CH 750 ORDER FORM

Zenith Aircraft Company

1881 Airport Road, Mexico, Missouri 65265 USA TEL: (573) 581-9000 FAX: 573-581-0011 www.zenithair.com m Name:

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ORDER: Zenith CH 750 STOL and CRUZER Description

CH 750 Cruzer

STOL CH 750

CH 750 Airframe Kit (includes Drawings & Manuals):

$ 16,490.

$ 14,990.

CH 750 Finishing Kit (items to complete the aircraft, incl. the landing gear, wheels, windshield, etc.)

$ 4,990. +$ 4,450.

$ 4,490. +$ 4,450.

CH 750 Drawings & Manuals (must be purchased separately if building from component kits).

575.

495.

Introductory Starter Kit (Rudder kit with rudder assembly manual):

375.

375.

CH 750 “Quick Build Kit” Factory-assembled fuselage (order with the airframe and finishing kit):

Recommended Tools

Amount

Amount

Kit Options: For additional available options, see www.zenithair.com

Complete Tool Kit with Air Drill

875.

Nav /Strobe /Position LED Lights Kit*

828.00

Complete Tool Kit (without pneumatic drill)

665.

Landing Light LED Kit (each)*

385.00

Tool Kit contains recommended kit assembly hand tools

Wheel Fairings Kit (3, for Cruzer)

450.00

See www.zenithair.com/kit/tools/ for details

Adjustable Seats Kit

220.00

Map Box Option Kit

68.00

Center Console Option Kit Cabin Upholstery Option Kit

65.00

Tow Bar (for nosewheel)

795.00 52.00

495.00 Dual Control Sticks * Long Range Tanks Kit (15 gal, for STOL) 490.00

Actual contents and equipment of the kit subject to change or revision.

Sub-Total (this column, above):

* Order with the Wings Kit.

Sub-Total (left column): CRATING

Total of Above: Crating Charges:

Complete Kit

Shipping charges are not included. The price of the Drawings and Manuals includes shipping and handling. Rudder Starter Kit: Includes prepaid Rudder Starter Kit UPS shipping. No crating charge for loading and picking up the kit at the factory. No additional crating charge for tools shipped with kit orders.

$490.00

Crating: TOTAL: LESS: DEPOSIT (with this order):

46.75

BALANCE DUE: (Prior to shipping): Notes / Shipping Instructions:

Buyer(s) must accept and validate the Conditions of Sale and Warning Notice form (on reverse) before order can be accepted. Additional Information: Consult the Zenith Aircraft website for additional information, kit models, options, and order procedure details: http://www.zenithair.com for the latest updates. Call 573-581-9000 (Monday - Friday, 8-5 Central) if you require assistance with your order or if you have any questions. E-mail inquiries: info@zenithair.com Engine & firewall-forward engine and instruments packages are also available. Payment Method (Deposit): Credit Card: Visa

Check Enclosed Card MasterCard No:

Exp. Date: SIGNATURE

All prices in U.S. Funds. Crating, handling and shipping charges are additional unless otherwise noted. Availability, prices, equipment and conditions subject to change without prior notice. Missouri residents: Applicable sales tax will be added to your invoice. Keep a copy of the completed Order Form for your records. © Zenith Aircraft Company 7-14

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CONDITIONS OF SALE AND WARNING NOTICE

Zenith Aircraft Company has been established to service the needs of sport pilots as a Supply House for recreational aircraft hobbyists, making available aircraft designs, kits, and parts for educational purposes. Sometimes, things run into snags for reasons beyond our control. Most of them are so-called “Acts of God” like earthquakes, tornadoes, floods, fires, and the like, but some are also man-made, such as labor strikes, transportation snafus, etc. If they happen, customers get mad - and we don’t blame them - but we must assign the cause where it belongs instead of being blamed for all the trouble. We earnestly hope that you won’t run into any problems (most of our customers don’t), but we are obligated to let you know the extent of our protecting your interest that is within our power to provide. Please read the following carefully, because if conditions listed below are not acceptable to you, you should not place this order (unless changes are made with acceptance in writing from Zenith Aircraft Co.). Your filling in this Order Form and delivering it to us constitutes your understanding and agreement of the following conditions and requirements. Thank you for your goodwill and confidence in Zenith Aircraft Company. 1. No orders are accepted by Zenith Aircraft Co., hereafter also called the Company, or Seller, unless accompanied by a payment of not less than 50-percent of the list price of all parts / kit ordered, and unless accompanied with this signed Conditions of Sale and Warning Notice. Full payment is required for the Drawings and Manuals. 2. This contract permits the buyer to build one airplane or part of it in the Custom-Built, Experimental, Ultralight, etc. category. The type of aircraft and the Drawings serial number must be visibly marked on the vertical tail or fuselage sides of the aircraft. The buyer is advised that the Drawings, Manuals, and/or parts contain proprietary rights. The buyer covenants and agrees that he will not: a) Reproduce, b) Communicate, c) Transfer, sell, exchange or modify them or any part of them, d) Permit any other person to use said drawings, manual, and/or parts, without the written permission of the Company. The sole purpose of the plans, drawings, manuals, and parts is strictly educational and there is no implied or expressed warranty. During the construction the buyer is to cause the structure and installations to be inspected and approved by the relevant government and/or aviation authority (FAA). The Buyer agrees to notify the Company in writing immediately of the sale of any Drawings and Manuals, parts, components, or kit, whether completed or not, supplying the complete name and address of the new owner(s). 3. The Company will not be held responsible for any delays in deliveries due to delays of carriers, fires, and other Acts of God, or other causes for delay beyond its control. 4. Claims for defective materials or missing parts will be allowed only when such claims are made within thirty (30) days from the date of delivery. No goods may be returned unless previously authorized by the Company. (Inspect your order for missing or damaged parts immediately upon receipt). 5. Orders accepted by the Company may be canceled by the buyer within fifteen days of the date of order without the company’s advance approval, provided: a 10-percent cancellation charge is assessed if goods were not yet shipped, or a 20-percent charge if the goods were shipped and are returned. Any delivered order not picked-up or accepted by the buyer for more than thirty days shall be considered to be forfeited. Drawings and Manuals, or other printed materials, may not be returned for credit or refund. PROVIDED HOWEVER, in no event will seller accept goods for return for any reason the earlier of thirty days (30) days from the date of shipment, or assembly, installation, construction, or modification of any product, whichever occurs first. 6. Unless otherwise specified, the buyer agrees to pay in full for, and take delivery of, the merchandise in not more than two weeks after receiving notification that it is ready for shipment. Storage rental shall be charged beyond that time. It is the sole responsibility of the buyer to pay any applicable sales tax or usage tax, in whichever state(s), and all applicable shipping and shipping related charges. 7. All orders not delivered for lack of shipping instructions, payments, or any other delays caused by the buyer for longer than thirty days shall be considered forfeited and void, and the Company will have the right to scrap or dispose of the merchandise at its discretion and retain the full deposit. 8. All prices are F.O.B. Factory and subject to change without notice. Delivery to the Carrier shall constitute the delivery to the buyer, and the responsibility for the goods in transit shall be the Carrier’s and the buyer’s. A Bill of Lading (or Way-Bill) shall be sufficient evidence and proof of the date of shipment. Claims of damage in transit shall be made to the Carrier and not the Company. NOTICE: If any container or crate shows the slightest damage on delivery, it should be opened and inspected before acceptance from the Carrier, and a statement of damage made immediately. Insurance of goods in transit is the responsibility of the buyer, and the Company will not pay for goods damaged in transit, nor for shipping charges to and from the factory of returned shipments, damaged, or replacement parts. 9. This contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Missouri, and is the only contract controlling this sale and purchase, and it contains all the agreements, expressed or implied, either verbal or in writing, made between the Company and the buyer. If any provisions of this contract shall be held to be invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid. This Agreement and the covenants, promises and agreements contained herein shall be governed in accordance with the laws of the state of Missouri, United States. This Agreement shall be deemed executed and delivered in Missouri. The parties consent to the venue of any state court sitting in Audrain County, Missouri, United States, or the United States District Court, Eastern District of Missouri, in any action brought to enforce the terms of this Agreement. The parties irrevocably and unconditionally submit to the jurisdiction (both subject matter and personal) of any such court and irrevocably and unconditionally waive: (i) any objection any party might now or hereafter have to the venue in any such court; and (ii) any claim that any action or proceeding brought in any such court has been brought in an inconvenient forum. The parties acknowledge that the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods shall not apply to this Agreement. 10. Custom-built aircraft are licensed by the government to fly in the applicable “Experimental,” “Amateur-Built” or “Ultralight,” etc. category. Each aircraft is treated legally by the governing authority (FAA) as a “one-of-a-kind” in design and construction, and is liable to be unpredictable, hazardous, and even potentially lethal. Therefore, construction and operation of such aircraft may be unsafe without acquiring, studying and complying to the letter of all instructions and manuals pertaining thereto. The Seller does not warrant that the aircraft as constructed by the buyer, or any other person, will be airworthy, or will qualify for certification or registration by aviation authorities, or will meet the requirement of the buyer. Notwithstanding the forgoing, seller may provide from time to time, but is not required to provide, technical assistance during the assembly, installation and construction process. However, buyer and seller specifically agree that responsibility for building the aircraft or its parts shall rest solely with the buyer and that no liability shall arise from or extend from any technical assistance provided by seller. Purchaser acknowledges that the assembly and construction of the product requires certain technical experience and skill. Further seller and purchaser specifically agree that the seller cannot and does not warrant the ability of any individual, including purchaser, to properly assemble, construct and maintain an aircraft kit of the kind sold by seller. In exchange for such technical assistance, purchaser and seller specifically agree that purchaser shall hold harmless seller from any and all liability which may arise from any technical advice provided by seller, seller’s employee, or seller’s agent. 11. EXCLUSIONS OF WARRANTIES, NO WARRANTIES. THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARE EXCLUDED FROM THIS TRANSACTION AND SHALL NOT APPLY TO THE GOODS SOLD, THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE GOODS, THE PLANS & MANUALS, THE GOODS WORKMANSHIP, THE SAFETY OF THE GOODS DESIGN OR ANY OF THE GOODS COMPONENTS. 12. In recognition of the above, and because they cannot control nor assure quality and accuracy of compliance with their instructions during and after construction of such aircraft, the Seller and/or Owner (and their agents, servants, employees, contractors, successors and assigns) hereby give notice to the Buyers and/or Operators (and their heirs, administrators and assigns) of this aircraft, that they carry no liability insurance. 13. BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT, AND BY PROCEEDING WITH THIS ORDER, THE BUYER ATTESTS THAT HE HAS THE FULL AUTHORITY AND CAPACITY TO SIGN AND VALIDATE THIS DOCUMENT. THE BUYER(S) AND/OR OPERATOR(S), AS DEFINED ABOVE, ACKNOWLEDGE THE RECEIPT AND UNDERSTANDING OF THIS WARNING NOTICE AND SO SIGNIFY, BY THEIR DECISION TO GO AHEAD WITH PURCHASING, ACCEPTING AND OPERATING THIS AIRCRAFT, OR ANY OF ITS PARTS, AND AGREE TO HOLD THE SELLER AND/OR OWNER, AS DEFINED ABOVE, HARMLESS FROM ALL LIABILITY AND FROM ANY CLAIMS OF DAMAGES AND CAUSES OF ACTION WHICH MAY BE INCURRED BY THEM OR ANY THIRD PARTY AS A RESULT OF THE PURCHASE, USE, CONSTRUCTION, AND OPERATION OF THIS AIRCRAFT, ITS PLANS, PARTS AND COMPONENTS. BUYER AND/OR OPERATOR HEREBY ASSUME ALL RISK, LIABILITY AND RESPONSIBILITY RELATIVE TO THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF THE AIRCRAFT.

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SPOUSE / NEXT OF KIN SIGNATURE: If more than one buyer, each buyer must sign this form.

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ZENITH WORKSHOPS FOR FIRST-TIME KIT AIRCRAFT BUILDERS  LEARN TO BUILD A ZENITH KIT AIRCRAFT  A hands-on introductory workshop on building an all-metal aircraft. If you've always dreamed of building your own airplane, or simply want to learn more about all-metal aircraft construction, Zenith Aircraft Company is providing you with the opportunity to learn all about building a Zenith aircraft at one of its factory workshops, where you can actually start building your own airplane. The workshops are coordinated by Zenith Aircraft staff and held right in the factory. Small group sizes make the workshops very productive and educational.

Learn how you can build your own Zenith aircraft in less than a year - with no prior building experience! During the educational workshop you can start building your own Zenith aircraft (the rudder tail section of the ZODIAC or STOL model of your choice), and learn about:          

Reading and understanding blue-prints (plans & manuals) Principles of sheet-metal construction The advantages of working with sheet-metal (vs. other materials) Metal aircraft building and assembly techniques and tips Measuring, drilling and riveting (assembling the Zenith kit) Tools, workshop and skills required to build your all-metal aircraft Hints and short-cuts in assembling a kit Metal kit aircraft maintenance and corrosion protection The advantages of building, owning and flying a Zenith aircraft and much more...

Come prepared to work and experience first-hand how you can build your own kit airplane! You don't need any experience, skills or tools to attend... just bring along a notebook and pencil. Workshop Schedule: Day 1:

9:00 - 5:00 - Workshop 6:00 - Dinner (optional)

Day 2:

8:00 - approx. 2:00 - Workshop

COST (Including the rudder tail kit): $375.00 (Missouri Residents add Sales Tax) UPCOMING DATES:

 August 20 & 21

 September 16 & 17

 October 8 & 9, 2015

WORKSHOP LOCATION: At the Zenith Aircraft factory at Mexico Memorial Airport, Mexico, Missouri (100 miles west of St. Louis). Accommodations available locally. Register early, as group sizes are limited. Preregistration is required. No extra charge for spouse or additional family member. Enroll early to assure yourself a spot. Sign up online or call 573-581-9000 www.zenithair.com

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