Item specifics This is a 1996 Quad City Challenger 1 ultralight with folding wings, a fully equipped cockpit, and a custom built transport trailer. Copyright 2003, U-FLY-IT Light Sport Aircraft, LLC All rights reserved. 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. The Challenger is sold exclusively as a quick-build kit with several options, including engine upgrades, long or clipped wings, and single- or 2-seat cockpits. Colors between batches may not match. Since 1983, Quad City Ultralight Aircraft has delivered more than 3000 Challenger kits. Plane has nav lights two strobes and LED landing lights on both struts. At approximately 0950 Eastern Daylight Time on 30 July 2018, the right wing of a privately owned Quad City Challenger II Advanced Ultralight aircraft (registration C-IGKT, serial number CH2-1199-1919) separated from the aircraft when it was at an altitude of approximately 1000 feet above Talon Lake, Ontario, 14.3 nautical miles east of North Bay Long in the Saddle 0000001123 00000 n 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. Higher cruise and top speeds accompanied with increased roll rates are the primary differences. specifications and colors, and prices vary according to color(s) and This plane is not an average challenger and is a blast to fly. Warp drive prop with spinner, new panel with new switches and wiring and battery and new Great Lakes. Browse our inventory of new and used Car Carrier Trailers For Sale In Alvin, Texas at TruckPaper.com. Virtually confirming his confidence, the Challenger flew itself out of the spin even though I tried to hold it. In level flight with higher power settings, I noted airspeed can accelerate beyond 70 mph. Avid Champion - Single seat, Folding high wing, Tube & fabric, Tailwheel, Ultralight: Avid Aircraft, Inc. A/W 95 - Plans, Single seat, Rotor, Metal & tube, Skids, Helicopter: . Fresh paint on the wheel pants and new tires. 1988 - A 26 foot span Rotax 447 powered clip wing Special version of the single-seater is introduced. ExperimentalWhich Way to Go? THE COST IS REASONABLE AND THE FUN IS 79 0 obj <>stream concept of the airplane fulfills an important need, it should be continuously improved and goes to the first with $20K! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. If pilots dont often crash in a plane when measured over a long time, most experts would agree that the engineering must be up to the task. 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. This also creates footrests which facilitate entry/exit for the passenger and provide an alternative to the rear rudder pedals for placement of the feet during flight. Although a few modest changes were made (Quad City increased the height of the vertical stabilizer), British authorities eventually gave their stamp of approval. 1984 - The Rotax 447 powered Challenger II prototype is designed, built, tested and production begins. Normally 60 days is plenty for delivery, and it can be much faster depending on the model you want and the time of year. 1991 - A new optional electric start system is introduced eliminating the maintenance previously required with the older ADS starter. In-Flight Characteristics The panel is small, but theres enough room for basic instrumentation. In an age when light-sport airplane costs are zooming upward well beyond $50,000, Challenger remains a bargain. 1990 - An adjustment system is introduced to simplify brake adjustment. First timers usually take less than 300 hours to complete the assembly including covering and painting, Zank says. If you are a California resident, see our Notice at Collection in our Privacy Policy for California Residents for information on how we collect, use, and sell or . The quartet of models has also satisfied a large number of customers by providing a handling and performance package with a strong safety record. 58 0 obj <> endobj 1992 - A new design of wheel pants is introduced to enhance aerodynamics and appearance. As long as Zank has represented the company, the worst delay he ever experienced was 90 days. shoot quarters through your picture! 0000001674 00000 n 1986 - The rudder pedal cups on single-seat Challengers are changed from ABS plastic to 2024 T3 aluminum. 1989 - Brakes are now supplied pre-welded to the axles to simplify assembly. 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. Aircraft, LLC. 740-407-4491 He also represents Titan and Loehle aircraft and may become the man behind the Patriot [see the Dreams of a Patriot sidebar]. For 21 Years, Quad City's Challenger has proved a good choice. It's also sporty, fully aerobatic (+6/-3g), and cruises about 150-160mph at altitude (still LSA compliant because CAS at sea level is under 138mph). Fortunately the good aspects of the Challengers handling are many. - Help support the Light. 1987 - The elevator shape is changed from rectangular with a straight trailing edge to one with a curved trailing edge for improved aesthetics. 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. They also tend to be equipped as more deluxe versions coming standard with features like the flaperon system, faired struts, wheelpants, a larger fuel tank and a complete door kit. But you must use the controls together, just as your instructor taught you. 0000002903 00000 n Since 1983, Quad City Ultralight Aircraft has delivered more than 3000 Challenger kits. 1990 - A redesigned belt tensioning system is introduced for the Hegar drive eliminating the necessity of a drilled shaft and simplifying adjustment. Though Mader instructs seventh and eighth grade students (a task most pilots wouldnt dare attempt), he had never before built an aircraft. A review of the National Transportation Safety Board aviation accident database revealed four other Quad City Challenger II accidents involving in-flight wing attachment bracket failures that led to in-flight wing separations (MIA04LA068, WPR09LA453, SEA07LA155, and CEN11LA050). Rather than introducing new models on a regular [1] [2] [3] Design and development [ edit] The airplane came to rest on a storage facility roof, with substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage. Posted February 5, 2023. A Fair Challenge 1990 - The long awaited aircraft version of the Rotax 503 is introduced providing many improvements over the earlier snowmobile derived engine. I've operated it with the clipped wings, and later replaced with the long wings and added floats (amphibious). WebinarQuad City Challenger Maintenance and Inspection Tips. Controls are cooperative and have no touchiness to them. 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. 1988 - Optional streamlined strut and gear fairings become available that reduce the engine off sink rate of the large wing two-seater from 500 ft/min to 330 ft/min greatly enhancing the plane's soaring capability. Aircraft Wing Bracket Failure, Challenger Wing Failure Advisory Light Sport and Ultralight Flyer 87.3K subscribers Subscribe Like Share 19K views 2 years. 0000001315 00000 n Quad City Ultralight Aircraft Corp. 3810 - 34th Street. Can I remove the vertical stabilizers from my horizontal stabilizer? "It appears the plane had taken off from a private airfield a few minutes before on County Road 322," said Sheriff Guy. Click 1993 - Doubled top and bottom ribs on inboard end of wing with rectangular sheets of aluminum prevent bowing of inboard rib when shrinking. 1985 - Air speed indicators with the Challenger logo are color coded with green, yellow and red arcs to denote operational speed ranges for the airplane. A stainless steel collar provides redundancy that ensures belt tension even if the securing bolt is insufficiently tightened. 1986 - The dorsal fin is shortened 1 inch to enhance propeller clearance. You can rent a Cessna, or Piper, or some other certificated The aircraft can be equipped with wheels, skis, or amphibious floats. The frame structure is built from 6061-TG aluminum alloy tubing. Click here for details on how to determine if the increased 960 lb gross weight is applicable to any It was determined that the bracket securing the right front lift strut to the fuselage failed while in flight as a result of fatigue. parachute in his aircraft. :-), Telephone: Even at that expense, you could afford a small fleet of Challengers for the price of one fiberglass model from Europe. For 21 Years, Quad Citys Challenger has proved a good choice. conditions and limitations of liability agreement(s) of U-FLY-IT Light Sport They dated from the 1980s to the present, and included single- and two-seaters, long wings and clip wings. 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. Single-seaters are identified by eliminating the prefix 217-822-4803 770-547-5313 2 at 511 hrs, and 2 at 830 hrs.The cracks identified vary in size and origin; some resulted from fatigue, whereas others were caused by material delamination.A review of the National Transportation Safety Board aviation accident database revealed four other Quad City Challenger II accidents involving in-flight wing attachment bracket failures that led to in-flight wing separations .Three of these accidents were fatal. Its a simple decision and we will try to help you decide.First, you have to decide if you want to fly for fun, or to fly to get somewhere.If you want a plane that will get you somewhere in a hurry, then the best solution is a fast airplane. The folding wing and tail design is also quite practical for those without hangar space and those without much space at all in the first place. The reason for this may be that the design is evolving rather than radically changing. The Quad City Challenger is an ultralight aircraft designed and produced by the Quad City Aircraft Corporation of Quad Cities, Illinois and first introduced in 1983. 1984 - Fabric and Lexan doors are introduced for the single-seat Challenger. 'CH2' means it is a 58 11 two airplanes. In more conventional verifications, I performed a longitudinal stability series of pushing or pulling the stick and releasing. Challenger. 1988 - The lower engine formers are lowered to provide greater clearance between fuselage and engine to facilitate spark plug access and provide room for a cabin adjustable heater system. The idle-thrust sink rate of a lightly built Challenger can be as low as 400 fpm, better than many ultralight designs. 0000001027 00000 n FOR MORE INFORMATION, contact Quad City Ultralights at 309/764-3515 or visit www.quadcitychallenger.com. A good preliminary design with long and slow evolution, careful quality control, understandable builder instructions and corrections to known deficiencies are all desirable goals of any aircraft manufacturer. Kits are usually manufactured 4 to 16 weeks after order. You are visitor 208502. Owners can check the date of manufacture of their Challenger to determine which 0000000616 00000 n North Bay . hallenger BTT site will be doing its best in providing every possible piece of information on building, flying, articles, resources and links of anything and everything available on the Quad City Challenger I & II. for fun, then a light sport, or ultralight type aircraft is the way to Quad City Challenger Wing Separation. Once the aeleron pushrods are fastened to the bellcrank, the rear . 1998 - An aluminum firewall is added to the fuselage down tubes in front of the engine. 1984 - The leading edge of both stabilizers are strengthened by double sleeving with 6061 T6 aluminum to prevent wear at attach points. Long Will it Take Me to Assemble a Challenger? Well, that gets real expensive if you have to own Quad City Challenger II Engine: Rotax 503, 52 hp HP range: 52 Height: 6 ft Length: 20.5 ft Wing span: 26 ft Wing area: 143 sq.ft Empty weight: 350 lb Gross weight: 850 lb Fuel capacity: 5 USG Top speed: 100 mph Cruise: 85 mph Stall: 30 mph Range: 220 sm Rate of climb: 1000 fpm Takeoff dist: 300 ft Landing dist: 200 ft Service ceiling: 12,000 ft 1991 - The Hirth 2703 dual electronic ignition engine is introduced. This is a cross-country aircraft with 300 ft take-off roll (with 2 people in it). For Zanklites, call 715/568-2244 or e-mail donzank@zanklites.com. For the most part he was right, though I was able to get a modest partial spin to the right. Later on the Superflite brand of the same fabric comes into use. List ByDanJohnson.com all LSA Services each one verified to have the airplane or expertise you seek. 1983 - The nose shaft is strengthened by changing from 1 inch X .090 2024 T3 aluminum to 1 inch X .120. goes to the first with $20K! 1985 - A triangular gusset is installed to strengthen the junction of the FB11 cross tube and the 2FB11 rear fuselage boom tube. 2 at 430 hrs. 1984 - A nylon core is installed in rear fuselage boom tube (2FB11) to prevent wear and play in elevator bell crank pivot point. To me, one of the most endearing qualities of the Challenger is its light weight when compared to many ultralights. have painted and I am sure you will see that the work is first rate. 0000002226 00000 n This change increases the wing area of Challenger IIs by 4 square feet and generates slight improvements in sink rate and flaperon effectiveness. The parts and hardware in the kit making up the Challenger are of special aircraft grade ! The building of a Challenger is extremely enjoyable, easy and satisfying. If there is All Challengers can be flown with the new Sport Pilot Perm U-FLY-IT Light Sport Aircraft, LLC provides Light Sport and Ultralight aircraft sales, flight instruction, assembly and repair. Youre right! The factory handles all the more demanding structural work, including installing the controls. Most companies charge a considerable extra fee for their quickbuild option. Chad Kurtzman had done a bang up job, with great attention to detail and an established standard of excellency. 0000003705 00000 n process as feedback comes from the experience of owners in the field over the years. 0 solution: When you want to get somewhere in a hurry, rent a Cessna or one answer it. A flock of 56 Challengers was arrayed in neat rows along the flight line. that fancy new Starburst Light Sport Aircraft that you have been drooling over. 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. startxref JOHN DEERE 4250 Other Online Auctions at EquipmentFacts.com. 1985 - A stainless steel wrap around exhaust mount was developed to prevent cracking of the Rotax muffler. testing facility on the airport, and also have a Pilot Examiner who will 1992 - The wing tip bow material is changed from 3/4 inch .049 to 7/8 .058 6061 T6 aluminum. You will need a certified mechanic to inspect and Many of these aircraft are selling for the rest. Indeed Quad Citys fastbuild kit is one of the Challengers strongest sales arguments. Challenger 2 CW, impeccable build and meticulous in every detail. Quad City has been manufacturing Challenger ultralight kits since 1983. 0000002795 00000 n Manufacturer QUAD CITY Model CHALLENGER XL65 Serial Number 2017 Condition New FlightRules VFR Display Serial Number with this listing 1 Total Time 40.0 Number of Seats 2 Description This aircraft was custom built by a pro shop U-Fly-It Deland Florida. 1993 - A top to bottom rib is installed between inboard wing ribs. The Quad City Challenger line of aircraft are an amazing design. 386-738-4444 740-407-4491 1995 - New 2.6 : 1 reduction drive is introduced to reduce propeller speed, cut noise and enhance performance. Youll want to compare costs carefully, as most other kit manufacturers publish price lists that exclude the engine just as they charge a premium for quickbuild versions. 1991 - An optional fiberglass pointed nose fairing is introduced to further streamline the airplane and enhance its appearance. Mader opted to install a BRS airframe Sheriff Joe Guy identified the pilot as Timothy W. Williamson. If you want a plane that Despite this success, Quad City maneuvers rather quietly. Challenger Special Quad City Ultralight Aircraft Corp. Dealer: SEMO Air Sports: Challenger II Special Quad City Ultralight Aircraft Corp. Dealer: SEMO Air Sports: With his many optionsincluding a $3000 parachuteMader reports investing $18,000 for his optioned out Challenger. You have total say over the When you push the nose over, the design moves out smartly. Quad City Ultralights of Iowa is one of the oldest suppliers of light aircraft, having celebrated their 25th anniversary in 2008. %%EOF 1984 - The KFM engine used on the Challenger single-seaters is dropped in favor of Rotax engines. With more than 3,500 aircraft flying, Quad City is also one of the most successful. Most pilots appreciate crisp taxiing, and it is certainly handy on a crowded airport ramp. Last year the company celebrated 20 years of operation, yet many ultralighters and most aviators were unaware of the accomplishment. One for fun, and one to get EV Challenger, EP1: The electric airplane project begins This is the first in a 12ish part series on rebuilding a barn find Quad cities Challenger 1 Ultralight (CH1 UL) aircraft and converting it to electric. Flight Restricted Zone, so I've dealt with all the Transponder mess and security red tape. 3. The Challenger 2 is available as a 51% kit for Experimental / Amateur builders. 0000001011 00000 n land at 45 mph or so, and cost a lot of money. 863 471-0099 With a traditional 3-axis control system, folding wings and numerous engine options Badland aircraft ultralight models are familiar to any pilot. I fly in the the Washington D.C. decide if you want to fly for fun, or to fly to get somewhere. upward of $75,000.00. Well, the solution is clear. Even in 2003, a slow year for all aircraft manufacturers, Quad City Ultralight Aircraft pumped out another 120 kits. 1995 - For float users, Puddlejumper Floats Inc. v-B(Iwt.zb2 M-&qVb> RV|iC/"= D%gwz5JA++V&i)Lks!8t?{3?z5AlVP9=9}=5? to Get a Sport Pilot License. Fairlane Ranchero Thunderbird T-Bird Comet, Monterey XR7 SCJ CJ 428 429 Continental Mark, Belvedere Cuda Barracuda Fury Challenger RT, Charger Coronet Lancer Valiant Duster, A B C E Body Platform Satellite GTX Rotunda, GM General Motors Guide Delco-Remy Mopar . Higher cruise and top speeds accompanied with increased roll rates are the primary differences. Challenger! The yellow Challenger II Clipped Wing Special with 120 hrs. 3,500 worldwide. And with dealers across the country, Quad Citys Challenger line represents a firmly established brand, so building and maintaining your Challenger should be a straightforward task. ciPk+GzIK"m7sHP| (xd [/HEJLy$ 6me?\;hd.2~ They increase cruise and top speeds (with resulting gains in economy) while their shape allows the airplane to continue to enjoy very low stall speeds. You need two airplanes. 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Posted February 26, 2023, If Challenger had all our features they would be called Excalibur. 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. and the approximate date of the introduction of each modification. A 4000-hour pilot in Challengers alone, Zank is one of the countrys most experienced dealers for the Iowa producer. Following a brief ground roll, we rotated at barely more than 30 mph indicated, and we were flying. to build it, or buy a used one. After 20 years of market success with many aircraft flying at airfields across the country, Challengers boast an enviably good safety record. Coordinated control authority is strong, allowing operations even in strong crosswind conditions. In When I flew with him, I saw a pilot in good harmony with his flying machine and one who remains excited about them after all those flight hoursmaybe its becauseof all those flight hours. If you want a plane that wont squeeze you, here it is. 1986 - Octagonal steel washers are introduced to prevent chafing between the brake drum and the wheel that would result in movement of the wheel halves and eventually causing flat tires. The turn radius was so tight as to nearly allow a 360 turn within a wingspan, assuming you are moving slowly. Posting for a friend and I have flyin this plane and it Flys Great, Telephone: Customer support 7 days a week. The standard tank was 5 US gallons. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, a Quad City Challenger II plane crashed in a field in Niota around 4 p.m., killing the pilot. Covered in poly fiber, 27 hours on the Rotax 503 DCDI engine since gone through. improvements are incorporated. Here to Have Your Aircraft Assembled. For Quad City, it was a downyear! We examine their Challenger II Light-Sport Special model at AirVenture 2011 and speak with company founder, Dave Goulet, who remains . You will need a certified mechanic to inspect and repair these aircraft or pass a repairmans course to do your own annuals and repairs. No matter how talented the designer, every new model goes through a troubleshooting Three of these accidents were fatal. The newer UL DCDI version is superbly reliable as well as highly economical to acquire, operate and maintain. inexpensive. Nose cone, wing caps and many extras. Mader offers his own advice on the subject. The Challenger is sold exclusively as a quick-build kit with several options, including engine upgrades, long or clipped wings, and single- or 2-seat cockpits. News & Video on Light-Sport Aircraft, Sport Pilot Kits, and Ultralight Aircraft, January 21, 2009 by Dan Johnson 2 Comments. The lighter ones fly better. apply the materials according to Poly-Fiber practices and The yellow Challenger II Clipped Wing Special with 120 hrs. repair these aircraft or pass a repairmans course to do your own annuals and 1984 - Nylon cores are installed in control sticks at their pivot points, also in 2CT-3 fuselage cross members where the control sticks are attached to the fuselage. Naturally, these extras add weight and cost over the basic models. 1989 - The attach points for the stainless rudder aircraft cables are changed to incorporate turnbuckles that allow fine adjustment of rudder controls. Time in service for the 8 failed brackets is as follows: 1 at 4.1 hrs. Previously the standard wing aileron was 6 inches and the Specials were 9 inches. (See "Featured Links" above from our menu to go to Quad City's web site.) 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