ZLIN Z242L
Introducing a fully type certified aircraft built according
to quality standards not seen in general aviation training
aircraft for many years. The ZLIN Z 242 L is a rugged,
all-metal, training and fully aerobatic aircraft, certified
according to FAR 23 standards. Designed for flight load
factors of + 6g to -3,5g, the ZLIN Z 242 L is suited
for a variety of training, aerobatics and utility applications.
The ZLIN Z 242 L is being built and
supported by one of the largest and most renowned
sport aviation and training aircraft manufacturers
in the world .
MORAVAN - AEROPLANES, Inc. has produced
over 50 versions of Zlin aircraft since its beginnings
in 1934 as a subsidiary of the Bata shoe company.
Upon closer inspection of these Czech built aircraft
one can notice the pride and experience of the factory
in quality of workmanship and integrity of construction.
The ZLIN Z 242 L boasts a 44”
wide spacious and airy co-cockpit making even the
largest of pilots feel comfortable. The sliding bubble
canopy provides exceptional visibility leaving pilots
and passengers at ease allowing them fully enjoy and
experience the wonders of flight.
Simple, dependable and powerful Lycoming
AEIO-360A1B6 engine provides power, reliability and
enconomical performance for even the most demanding
applications.This 200 hp engine together with the
Christen inverted-flight oil system, offers the highest
reliability and has accumulated millions of hours
of dependable service up to date.
The ZLIN Z 242 L can be equipped with
a wide variety of instruments and avionics making
it suitable for a day and night, VFR and IFR operations.
ZLIN Z 242 L’s inherent stability makes it very
suitable for IFR training .
Fully mass balanced controls give
the ZLIN Z 242 L the most delightful, light, crisp
and responsive handling qualities in comparison with
any other aircraft in the same class. This is also
the reason why Z 242 L is so popular in many air-schools
and also among most demanding military pilots.
This aircraft has been engineered
to be maintained easily and inexpensively. All inspection
panels and cowling have quick release Dzus fasteners,
wing inspection panels can be opened with just one
finger. The instrument and avionics panels remove
quickly from their mounts providing easy access for
installation and repair. Many other ergonomic design
features are incorporated in the ZLIN Z 242 L making
it the easiest aircraft in its class it maintain .
The ZLIN Z 242 L has been designed
for the most demanding private, commercial and military
requirements. The aircraft is so versatile and performs
in a variety of roles that it creates many new profit
centers and spreads benefits throughout an operation
.
The ZLIN Z 242 L is a primary training,
aerobatic trainer, patroling airplane, banner and
glider towing airplane and competes with the best
in air combat training and simulation areas. Those
programs are designed to bring the general public
to aviation and provide operators with an increase
in cash flow, and an effective promotional tool.
As a personal airplane the ZLIN Z
242 L will prove to be the most delightful and fun
aircraft you have ever owned .
We guarantee it …………
|
Category
|
Aerobatic
|
Normal |
Utility
|
| Empty Weight |
730
kg 1609 Ib |
730 kg 1609 Ib |
730 kg
1609 Ib |
| Gross weight |
970 kg 2138 Ib |
1090 kg 2403 Ib |
1020 kg 2249 Ib |
| Load factors |
+6 ; -3,5 g |
+3,8 ; -1,5 g |
+5 ; - 3 g |
| Take -off run |
210 m 689 ft |
266 m 872 ft |
233 m 764 ft |
| Take -off distance to 15 m ( 50
ft ) |
450 m 1476 ft |
565 m 1853 ft |
495 m 1624 ft |
| Climbing rate |
5,6 m/s 1102 ft / min |
4,5 m/s 886 ft / min |
5,0 m/s 980 ft / min |
| Max . speed ( 0 m , ISA ) |
236 km / h 127 kt |
231 km / h 125 kt |
233 km / h 126 kt |
| Cruising speed ( 75 % MC, H = 2000
m ) |
227 km / h 122 kt |
223 km / h 120 kt |
225 km / h 121 kt |
| Fuel tank capacity
|
|
|
|
|
Main tanks
|
2x 60 Litres 16 US gal.
|
2x 60 Litres 16 US gal . |
2x 60 Litres 16 US
gal . |
| Auxiliary tanks |
-
|
2x55 Litres 14,5 US gal. |
-
|
| Range |
495 km 267 NM |
1056 km 570 NM |
495 km 267 NM |
ZLIN
A trade mark of excellence.....
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BASIC DIMENSIONS
|
| wing span |
9,34 m |
30 ft7 1/2 in |
| length |
6,94 m |
22 ft9 1/4 in |
| height |
2,95 m |
9,68 ft |
| Propeller |
|
| Manufacturer |
MT PROPELLER, Germany |
| Type |
MTV-9-B-C/C-188-18a
(3-blade) |
| Engine |
| Manufacturer |
TEXTRON Lycoming, USA |
| Type |
AEIO-360-A1B6 |
| |
Power |
Rpm |
| Max.continuous |
200hp |
2700 rpm |
| Max.cruising |
150 hp |
2450 rpm |
| Economy cruising |
130 hp |
2350 rpm |
