Stits covered with polyurethane paint and is in great shape. No matter how talented the designer, every new model goes through a troubleshooting When sampling the reaction to aileron-only input with no rudder control application, Zanks Challenger went around an entire circle the wrong way assuming you do not release the control input. Well, that gets real expensive if you have to own two airplanes.Heres the solution: When you want to get somewhere in a hurry, rent a Cessna or one of the new Light Sport Aircraft. And this year, Quad City reached another milestone with the 20th anniversary of the two-seaters that have made up the majority of its production. Quad City Aircraft Corporation, manufacturer of the Challenger, has a different 1998 - New upper fuselage formers are introduce to ensure adequate clearance between fuselage fabric and the aileron control cables. All tire kickers and general time wasters will be drawn and quartered! :-), Telephone: Many of these aircraft are selling for upward of $75,000.00. land at 45 mph or so, and cost a lot of money. These changes result in a significant improvement in performance (400 to 500 RPM) that increase the standard Challenger II cruise speed to 80 MPH, and maximum speed to 95 MPH as well as increasing the rate and angle of climb. All payment information is subject to the terms, previously manufactured Challenger. 217-822-4803 As long as Zank has represented the company, the worst delay he ever experienced was 90 days. Plus you can get one rather quickly should you make the decision to buy. FritzW FritzW Well-Known Member Joined Jan 30, 2011 Messages 3,896 Location We have shock cord landing gear, spring nosegear, extra wide body, stretch for tall guys, can sit on the nose when empty instead of the tail, all push pull tubes, no cables, Real Flaps, gear box instead of belt drive, adjustable pitch prop, streamline wing struts, six engine choices incl the 4 stroke models like Rotax and Jabiru, perfect safety record for our 25-year history. "It appears the plane had taken off from a private airfield a few minutes before on County Road 322," said Sheriff Guy. 1995 - New 60 inch diameter propeller introduced with new drive. %PDF-1.4 % 1990 - The aileron chord is standardized on all Challenger models at 7 1/2 inches. For Quad City, it was a downyear! This provides a tighter 'feel' as well as preventing wear and play at pivot points. That sounds like a modification used for float flying (a common remedy). 1993 - A top to bottom rib is installed between inboard wing ribs. another letter, an R or a B for example, it indicates that the aircraft was shipped with You can build one these planes in 100 to 300 hours. The aircraft entered an uncontrolled descent and collided with terrain in a wooded area. For missions on wheels and skis the 50 hp engine in combination with the Challenger's large wing, streamlined fuselage and light weight delivers great performance. For 21 Years, Quad Citys Challenger has proved a good choice. It felt like we were descending vertically yet on releasing the controls, the Challenger simply started flying as though no changes had ever been made. goes to the first $15.5k. The building of a Challenger is extremely enjoyable, easy and satisfying. But your problem is that you want to have fun, and want to get somewhere in a hurry sometimes. 1995 - New 2.6 : 1 reduction drive is introduced to reduce propeller speed, cut noise and enhance performance. 623 341-6567 testing facility on the airport, and also have a Pilot Examiner who will The Challenger II Trainerqualifies under the still-current Part 103 exemption. Page 1 of 1. answer it. endstream endobj 59 0 obj <> endobj 60 0 obj <> endobj 61 0 obj <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/ExtGState<>>> endobj 62 0 obj <> endobj 63 0 obj <> endobj 64 0 obj <> endobj 65 0 obj <> endobj 66 0 obj <> endobj 67 0 obj <>stream %PDF-1.4 % You need two airplanes. 1985 - A stainless steel wrap around exhaust mount was developed to prevent cracking of the Rotax muffler. Challengers are quite maneuverable on the ground. clear. 1989 - Rod end ball joints are introduced in place of clevis forks and pins on the elevator push rods to prevent play developing in the system. In general, the Challenger exhibited good response in all axes, and harmony was quite reasonable. You will need a certified mechanic to inspect and Has a rotax 503 scdi with a fresh top end and 78 hours and is fully electric start . apply the materials according to Poly-Fiber practices and that accompanies new models. New FI.R.M. Fresh paint on the wheel pants and new tires. Quad City Ultralight Aircraft Company PO Box 370 3810 34th Street Moline, IL 61266-0370 Telephone: 309-764-3515 Fax: 309-762-3920 Email: daveatqcu@aol.com Website: http://www.quadcitychallenger.com Clubs: Challenger Owner's Association J.W. Greater propeller efficiency increases cruise speed by 10 mph and increases climb by 15%. messages and phone calls. The major benefits include the following; Dual ignition that provides 2 redundant electrical systems. To activate the chute, the pilot simply pulls the red handle mounted directly above the front seat. The quartet of models has also satisfied a large number of customers by providing a handling and performance package with a strong safety record. Note: Take-off and Landing distance not over 50ft obstacle. 'CH2' means it is a Most ultralight type aircraft are fairly inexpensive to buy, easy to build and easy to maintain, but they dont go real fast. Ultralightand yes, it canqualify for Part 103 if you build carefully. Quick-build kits plus fully assembled new and used for sale. Even Quicker Folding: The horizontal stabilizers/elevators fold upward and the wings fold rearward staying attached at the universal joint. Quad City Challenger Wing Separation. Many of our prospective Challenger customers are wondering which way to go in their purchase of a sport aircraft. MAXIMUN!! that information is responded to constructively, it will lead to a far superior airplane Especially with doors that curve outward to add dimension, Maders plane was roomy. a great deal more leeway for options, accessories and floats. Below for an Answer. Challenger Special Quad City Ultralight Aircraft Corp. Dealer: SEMO Air Sports: Challenger II Special Quad City Ultralight Aircraft Corp. Dealer: SEMO Air Sports: We respond to ALL email 2000 - The windshield and enclosure are upgraded from .040" Lexan to .060" for both tinted and clear versions. Required fields are marked *. You could buy 0000002868 00000 n You may also call with questions: (623) 341-6567 As well, the down tubes forming the back of the front seat are closer together so the passenger has significantly more width for their legs. 1985 - An optional 10 US gallon tank and supporting tray were introduced to increase endurance to over 3 hours. 0000000930 00000 n 0000002192 00000 n aircraft. Challenger 1 clipped clipped wing special 21' wingspan. A [ @BIiw1{rx0c9$pure``Q5s Will not deliver but will help with tear down and loading in your truck or trailer.. The plane retains energy quite well in ground effect such that at 60 mph, youd float excessively before getting it on terra firma. 1988 - The 503 powered Challenger II Special is introduced as a clipped wing version (26 foot span in US, 28 foot span in Canada) of the two-seater. However, the low-speed capability doesnt prevent the aircraft from offering speeds with more zip. Your life may depend on it ! 1989 - An optional smoked glass tinted Lexan windshield and winter enclosure becomes available to enhance appearance, decrease summer cabin temperatures and reduce eye strain in bright conditions. Lower speeds and low kinetic energy are strong attributes of ultralight aircraft. They are having fun and the fun lasts a long time. 1990 - The long awaited aircraft version of the Rotax 503 is introduced providing many improvements over the earlier snowmobile derived engine. So far, 22 brackets have been examined, and within that group, 8 brackets were found to have cracks. So what do you get? P.O.Box 370 Moline, IL 61265 Phone (309 . the rest. xref Of course, with a Cessna or Lancair you will need a full pilot license and medical.Now, if you want to fly for fun, then a light sport, or ultralight type aircraft is the way to go. Quality and flight characteristics notwithstanding, consistently low prices and quick shipments surely are a big part of Quad Citys success. answer it. 1989 - The attach points for the stainless rudder aircraft cables are changed to incorporate turnbuckles that allow fine adjustment of rudder controls. 1997 - Larger diameter and shorter length brake cables are introduced to eliminate stretching and the repetitive need for adjusting the cable tension. The Quad City Challenger is a family of one and two seats-in- tandem , pusher configuration , tricycle landing gear ultralight aircraft that is designed and produced by Quad City Aircraft Corporation of Moline, Illinois. by our friends at National Ultralight, Inc. and is displayed here with Quad City is the first manufacturer to achieve this level of production based on a single design. You could buy one of the new ready to fly Light Sport Aircraft that are flooding the market but expect to pay a premium price. 1986 - The standard propeller diameter is increased from 52 inches to 54, providing an increase in the rate and angle of climb. Once your Challenger has been completed, it only takes a half hour or so to remove or reinstall the wings for storage or trailering. Most pilots appreciate crisp taxiing, and it is certainly handy on a crowded airport ramp. 1984 - Elevator bell crank horns are changed from 2024 T3 aluminum to stainless steel to prevent elongation of holes over time. It is believed that only 2 other companies in the light airplane industry have ever reached this level of volume and then only with multiple models. We currently have 3 CFI's to provide instruction. With all the head scratching I did, Mader says, it took me more than 700 hours to build the plane. 1988 - The aluminum stabilizer strut brackets are replaced with stainless steel brackets as instances came to light of builders fatiguing the U-shaped brackets by over spreading them in order to insert a large head rivet gun. Its a simple decision and we will try to help you decide. Fairlane Ranchero Thunderbird T-Bird Comet, Monterey XR7 SCJ CJ 428 429 Continental Mark, Belvedere Cuda Barracuda Fury Challenger RT, Charger Coronet Lancer Valiant Duster, A B C E Body Platform Satellite GTX Rotunda, GM General Motors Guide Delco-Remy Mopar . A dual ball joint exhaust system isolates the muffler from vibration and eliminates the need for muffler reinforcement by the Challenger factory as well as improving engine breathing. that fancy new Starburst Light Sport Aircraft that you have been drooling over. 0000003456 00000 n The money you save can be used to rent that fancy new Starburst Light Sport Aircraft that you have been drooling over. design: Send us a picture of what you want, or sketch it out and we do provide your Proficiency (flight) Test. Posted February 26, 2023, If Challenger had all our features they would be called Excalibur. Unsere Bestenliste Mar/2023 Ausfhrlicher Produktratgeber Beliebteste Lego 41027 Aktuelle Angebote Preis-Le. To correctly determine the date of manufacture you must check the serial number Detailed build sheets can be obtained by contacting us via email. Clipped-wings have the letters CW in the serial instead of a hyphen. Quad City Aircraft Home of Challenger Aircraft Moline, Illinois LSA, ELSA, or ExperimentalWhich Way to Go? You will need a certified mechanic to inspect and repair these aircraft or pass a repairmans course to do your own annuals and repairs. 1985 - A triangular gusset is installed to strengthen the junction of the FB11 cross tube and the 2FB11 rear fuselage boom tube. airplane. Your email address will not be published. The Quad City Challenger is a family of one and two seats-in- tandem, pusher configuration, tricycle landing gear ultralight aircraft that is designed and produced by Quad City Aircraft Corporation of Moline, Illinois. hWr6}W/;`'D7Nkg"d:>dqK*Ih %+N: =TLrF), Challenger II long wing aircraft with the last four digits of the serial number less than 0500 are restricted to 800 lbs in the Advanced category in order to meet the +6G and -3G ultimate load . Here to Have Your Aircraft Assembled. two airplanes. Wednesday, February 22, 2023, from 1 - 2:15 p.m. CST. A 4000-hour pilot in Challengers alone, Zank is one of the countrys most experienced dealers for the Iowa producer. The frame structure is built from 6061-TG aluminum alloy tubing. , Challenger 1 CWS 14hrs TTAF-E 503dcdi hyd brakes/fiberglass gear. A plane that will cruise at 120 mph, A plane that will cruise at 120 mph, land at 45 mph or so, and cost a lot of money.Then one day as you are cruising around at 5,000 feet you may look down and see a gaggle of Ultralights flying along on a poker run or to a fly-in breakfast and think, Gee, those guys look like theyre having fun. Most light-sport aviation companies would consider that an excellent performance. Chad Kurtzman had done a bang up job, with great attention to detail and an established standard of excellency. 1986 - The Hegar 4 V-belt reduction drive system is replaced with an HTD cog belt system which provides the positive engagement of a tooth belt with the vibration dampening advantages of a reinforced rubber belt. Quad City manufactures the Challenger line of Light Sport Aircraft, Experimental Amateur-Built / Homebuilt, Advanced Ultralight and Part 103 Ultralight Aircraft. You can fly it with the new Light Sport Pilot License, or fly solo with a student license. The parts and hardware in the kit making up the Challenger are of special aircraft grade ! Light Sport Aircraft, LLC. The price of quickbuild kits for the Challenger, which include the engine and all covering materials except paint, havent gone up significantly in the last decade. to Get a Sport Pilot License. 1992 - The wing tip bow material is changed from 3/4 inch .049 to 7/8 .058 6061 T6 aluminum. FAA Regulation Update Fall 2022. The streamlined fairings also increase cruise and maximum speeds by 7 miles per hour. This 2017 Ford Focus RS has a Clean Carfax, Nitrous Blue Quad-Coat exterior, and Black interior. ExperimentalWhich Way to Go? The yellow Challenger II Clipped Wing Special with 120 hrs. [1] [2] [3] Design and development [ edit] 1996 - In November of '96 Quad City Aircraft shipped their 2000th Challenger. All rights reserved. Plane has nav lights two strobes and LED landing lights on both struts. subsequent new, unproved models. The building of a Challenger is extremely enjoyable, easy and satisfying. The Special models are clipped-wing, higher-speed performers. The Challenger 2 is available as a 51% kit for Experimental / Amateur builders. 1983 - The KFM powered Challenger single-seater prototype is designed, built and tested and production begins. repairs. 0000002469 00000 n 1984 - A nylon core is installed in rear fuselage boom tube (2FB11) to prevent wear and play in elevator bell crank pivot point. In-Flight Characteristics 1984 - The cable and spring nose wheel steering mechanism is replaced with stainless steel push rods and rod end ball joints to eliminate nose wheel shimmy. In an earlier flight test, I tried to spin the Challenger after Zank told me I wouldnt be able to do it. 0000002718 00000 n Controls are cooperative and have no touchiness to them. guys look like theyre having fun. The following information is provided Join Chris Deuel owner of Badland aircraft discuss all about this vehicle. After a couple takeoff and landings, I was reminded how easily the Challenger goes into the air and just as simply returns to the runway. Previously the standard wing aileron was 6 inches and the Specials were 9 inches. 0000001315 00000 n On average, our customers usually spend a total of $2,500 Find the best new and used aircraft for sale such as business jets, helicopters, Experimental, Warbirds and more. and the approximate date of the introduction of each modification. 1990 - A redesigned belt tensioning system is introduced for the Hegar drive eliminating the necessity of a drilled shaft and simplifying adjustment. Nose cone, wing caps and many extras. The clipped wing designation can be found in the serial number where the hyphen is replaced with a CW. I've operated it with the clipped wings, and later replaced with the long wings and added floats (amphibious). Note: Take-off and Landing distance not over 50ft obstacle. If you have a question, we want to Later on the Superflite brand of the same fabric comes into use. Mader also dolled up his Challenger with several options that added build time in increments. Experimental and General Aviation Aircraft. The airplane was relocated to a secured facility for further examination. 0000027609 00000 n basis just for marketing hype, they believe that if the basic design is right and the 1983 - The nose shaft is strengthened by changing from 1 inch X .090 2024 T3 aluminum to 1 inch X .120. Kits are usually manufactured 4 to 16 weeks after order. The new cushions are also reshaped to provide more space for the passenger. 770-547-5313 Halfway into its current life span, the design sought to win British certification under the U.K.s BCAR-S program for microlight aircrafta demanding task nearly equivalent to earning FAR Part 23 certification. Since 1983, Quad City Ultralight Aircraft has delivered more than 3000 Challenger kits. This in turn gives the outer ends of the ailerons (the most effective portion) a better bite and in so doing increases the roll rate, particularly with the reduced span. Once the aeleron pushrods are fastened to the bellcrank, the rear . '1405' means it is the 1,405th long wing Challenger II made. If there is 1995. First-time builder Allen Mader completed his Challenger in 700 hours, but he says that the process could have been quicker. 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