The CH 200 was the first product of Zenair and has since become one of the most popular homebuilts with examples having been built in North America, Europe and Australasia. The example illustrated is the prototype which was first flown in France registered F-WPZY. The Zenair CH 250 was an improved version with rear windows and extra fuel in the wings. It has a maximum take-off weight of 1610lb(730kg).

C-GCVA                  c/n A-81                     Canada

2 seat light aircraft first flown in 1970

Engine: 150hp(112kW) Lycoming O-320                                                                                         Length: 20’6"(6.25m)                                                                                          Height: 6’11"(2.11m)Wingspan: 22’11.5"(6.99m)                                                                                          No.built: 140+ Range: 400miles(643km)                                                                Cruising speed: 152mph(245kmh) Empty weight: 970lb(440kg)                                                   Maximum take-off weight: 1500lb(680kg)

The prototype CH 200 is shown below.