The Zlin Z-50 series of competition aerobatic aircraft was built in a number of versions. The Zlin Z-50L (20* built) was first flown in 1975 powered by a 260hp(193kW) Lycoming and with a maximum take-off weight of 1587lb (720kg). The Z-50LA had a propeller speed governor and pitch control. The Z-50LE (1 built) was a Z-50LS with a lighter airframe and shortened wings. The Z-50M (3+ built) first flew in 1988 powered by a 180hp(134kW) Avia and had a fuselage length of 22’10"(6.95m) and a maximum take-off weight of 1543lb(700kg). The Z-50LS won the World Aerobatic Championships in 1984 and 1986. Production of the Z-50 series ended in 1994 with a total of 83 of all versions built.

G-ZSOL             c/n 0025              Czech Republic

Single seat aerobatic aircraft first flown in 1981

Engine: 300hp(223kW) Lycoming AEIO-540-L1B5D                                                                          Length: 31’8"(6.6m)                                                                                              Height: 6’9"(2.05m)Wingspan: 28’1"(8.55m)                                                                                                 No.built: 65* Range: 395miles(635km)                                                                 Cruising speed: 170mph(273kmh) Empty weight: 1345lb(610kg)                                                 Maximum take-off weight: 1852lb(840kg)

N69MP                   c/n 0031