The May 2009 edition of Light Sport and Ultralight
Flying magazine contained an extensive report on the Challenger line of
aircraft by Dan Johnson who is probably the most recognized name in light
sport aviation. The article reviews the newest models and gives a sense
of their evolution. We scanned some photos and excerpted some quotes to
capture the highlights.
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Light Sport and
Ultralight Flying magazine has been published monthly in the US since 1976.
Dan Johnson has flown, evaluated and reported on more than 300 models of
aircraft.
He is currently Chairman and President of the Light Aircraft Manufacturers
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"The Challenger is one of the standard-bearers in the
industry."
"The company has upgraded the tried-and-true models
with a host
of improvements. Some are subtle and others are easily seen."
"With a very strong Canadian distributor protection
from wintertime flying became essential. This lead to an optional wraparound
windshield and removable doors and plus cabin heat."
"Many happy pilots have a real bounce in their step
as they make their way
for a little joy in the air aboard their Challenger. How about you?"
"The goals were to make the plane easier to fly, faster
in cruise, more rugged,
more ergonomic and easier to build - all while keeping the price under
$25,000."
"All Challengers are effectively quick-build kits. The
factory does all the
important and demanding structural work, including installing the controls."
"The best news is that these are some of the lowest
cost aircraft you can build."
Click here for more on the new Light
Sport and 103 Challengers.
Click here for specs on the new Challenger
Light Sport Special.
"Virtually from day one of Challenger production the
company's ongoing changes have kept improving the overall quality and durability
of their airframes and bettering their handling."
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