The NEW Sport Pilot Ready Kit Plane from Zenith Aircraft Company!

The ZODIAC CH 650 is a second generation light sport aircraft, developed specifically for Sport Pilots.  It is the latest model in the Zodiac line of aircraft from aeronautical engineer Chris Heintz, first introduced in 1984.  This newest model offers new and updated features including modern new styling with a larger cabin area.  Some of the Zodiac's new features include:

“...a playful, delightful airplane with side-by-side seating and a gorgeous bubble canopy. Handling is great, stability is pleasant, and the kit is very straight forward. Highly recommended.”

Based on the Zodiac CH 601 XL model introduced in 2001, the new ZODIAC CH 650 has been developed specifically to meet the FAA's Sport Pilot / Light-Sport Aircraft category, and offers maximum performance and capability possible under the new FAA category.  With new and updated features and modern styling, the Zodiac CH 650 replaces the Zodiac XL model.

New aircraft models, like the Zodiac CH 650 and the new STOL CH 750, keep Zenith Aircraft Company at the forefront of the light aircraft industry.  This newest model introduces refinements that compete directly with European imports in the Light Sport (LSA) marketplace, while still offering an exceptional value and choices, allowing builders to construct the Zodiac CH 650 from complete kits, component kits, or even from plans-only, and offering kit builders a wide selection of engine choices to power their aircraft.

Note: 
We are currently updating our website to reflect the new ZODIAC CH 650.  Most of the information contained on the Zodiac XL design is the same as that for the newer CH 650 model.

Simple and quick to build — easy and fun to fly!

The new ZODIAC CH 650 design offers superior performance and capabilities, comfortable side-by-side seating, affordable costs, and best of all, the ZODIAC is available as a durable all-metal kit that you can quickly build yourself - with just basic skills and  tools.

Build the new ZODIAC CH 650 from:

• Complete Kits: Everything you need to build your own Zodiac...
• Component (Section) Kits allow you to "buy-as-you-build"...
• Plans-Only: CAD Drawings and Photo Assembly Manuals permit you to "scratch-build" the entire aircraft (parts and components can be purchased individually).
• Starter Kit: The rudder starter kit allows you to gain hands-on experience while actually starting to build your own aircraft... for just $375.
• Fly Away:  Buy the American-made factory-assembled certified ZODIAC CH 650 LS Light Sport Aircraft from AMD.  IFR certified model available.