2023 Flight Design Ctls

Airframe

The carbon/aramid fuselage on the CTLS is optimized for large internal space for the cabin & to reduce drag while providing cleaner airflow to the stabilizer. The smooth cantilever strutless wing also reduces drag & allows maximum visibility from the cockpit. Winglets improve climb, cruising range, & aileron control at low speeds. The attractive new cowling & spinner improves cooling & reduces drag while improving access to the powerplant. While the top speed of the CTLS 2020 SE is impressively high, all CTLS fly with efficiency & low fuel consumption at all speeds.

Engine

Depending on your specific requirements & preferences, choose either the well-proven Rotax 912ULS, developing a reliable 100 hp with twin carburettors, or the fuel-injected, Rotax 912iS, featuring an advanced 100 hp with the fuel/air mixture precisely computer-controlled for ultra-smooth power delivery, improved high altitude performance, more useful torque, reduced C02 emissions & improved fuel economy. The 912iS’ modern fuel injection also results in insurer, easier starts, lower maintenance, & lower operating costs all the way to its 2000-hour TBO.

Avionics

The CTLS 2020 features some of the most advanced, yet easy to use avionic suites from Garmin & Dynon to suit your personal aviation mission. Both Garmin G3X or Dynon SkyView HDX systems feature bright high definition touch screens & synthetic vision.

Additional Equipment

The advanced composite main gear is extremely strong & rugged while also being flexible, absorbing over 50% of landing energy on the first rebound. Urethane polymer shock absorbers in the nose gear give high dampening & help to smooth out hard landings.

Interior

The new improved interior has added to the comfort & modern feel of the CTLS 2020. The giant cabin of the CTLS 2020 was designed to fit very tall & smaller people equally well. Ample storage space in the cockpit is provided by a convenient jacket shelf & big outside baggage doors give great access for bulky items. The CTLS 2020 allows up to 50 kg (110 lb) of baggage to be safely stored in the dual storage compartments of the cabin area. Two cabin windows in the rear give the cockpit an open feeling. Comfortable seats with moulded foam padding & pneumatically adjustable seat cushion & lumbar sections offer incomparable comfort.

Exterior

Lighter empty weight, a new interior, & redesigned cowling are just a few of the improvements on this updated model. The flexibility of the design is evident from the fact that it can be flown as an EASA CS-LSA Restricted Type Certified aircraft, a 600 Kg Ultralight or a Compliant SLSA!