Flight Design CTLS Aircraft in Germany
German-registered aircraft (D- prefix) operate under EASA certification with rigorous maintenance documentation requirements. Strong GA infrastructure around Munich, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Berlin. Diamond Aircraft (Austrian) and German pilot population create active market for modern composite singles.
2 used Flight Design CTLS aircraft for sale in Germany · $102K – $142K · updated 14 hours ago
About the Flight Design CTLS
The Flight Design CTLS is a refined, composite high-wing two-seat light-sport aircraft — roomy, efficient and quick, with Rotax power, a modern glass cockpit and (typically) a ballistic parachute system. One of the best-selling LSAs, it pairs comfortable cross-country touring with excellent economy, making it a benchmark in the class.
Flight Design CTLS Specifications
Model specThe Flight Design CTLS is a light sport with a cruise speed of 115 kt (213 km/h), a range of 721 nm (1,335 km).
2 Flight Design CTLS For Sale
There are currently 2 used Flight Design CTLS for sale, ranging from $102,581 to $142,967, with a median asking price of $122,774.
Compare Flight Design CTLS
See how the Flight Design CTLS stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
Flight Design CTLS Price & Cost
How much does a Flight Design CTLS cost? Used CTLS prices: $102K – $142K, average $122K (median $122K), across 2 priced of 2 active listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Flight Design CTLS
When buying a Flight Design CTLS, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.
What to check before buying
- Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
- Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Flight Design CTLS
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Flight Design CTLS by Price
| Under $100k | 4 |
| Under $200k | 9 |
| Under $300k | 9 |
| Under $500k | 9 |
Flight Design CTLS by Decade
| 2020s | 2 |
Flight Design CTLS Safety Record
Across all CTLS variants, 12 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2012–2021. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2021 | Greenville, SC | Minor | A total loss of engine power resulting from the in-flight disconnection of oil hoses from the oil thermostat. |
| Jun 08, 2020 | Beecher, IL | Fatal (1) | The pilot’s decision to continue takeoff after a partial loss of engine power, and the pilot’s subsequent failure to con… |
| Mar 04, 2020 | Encino, NM | Minor | A partial loss of engine power due to fuel starvation, which likely resulted from a leak in the fuel system. |
| Oct 17, 2019 | Monument Valley, UT | Minor | The pilot's failure to maintain lateral control and to attain adequate altitude during takeoff with a quartering tailwin… |
| May 07, 2019 | Boulder City, NV | Serious | The pilot’s improper monitoring and failure to maintain airspeed during a critical phase of flight, which resulted in an… |
NTSB records 2012–2021. Includes all Flight Design CTLS variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.