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ZENITH AIRCRAFT • EXPERIMENTAL AMATEUR-BUILT

Zenith CH 701 STOL

Ultra-short-field STOL kit aircraft

Zenith CH 701 STOL, in brief

The CH 701 STOL is Zenith’s original ultra-short-field design, built for extremely short takeoff and landing distances in backcountry conditions.

Specifications

Engine Continental/Rotax options, ~80-100 hp
Seats 2 side-by-side
Takeoff distance Very short (STOL-optimized)
Category Experimental amateur-built/LSA
Typical use Backcountry, bush flying

Financing a Zenith CH 701 STOL

STOL-focused kit aircraft like the 701 finance the same way as other experimental builds, available once completed and flying.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 701 the most STOL-capable Zenith model?

It is one of the most short-field-focused designs in the Zenith lineup.

What down payment is typical?

20%+ down is common for experimental aircraft.

What is it best suited for?

Extremely short backcountry strips.

Ready to look at financing for a Zenith CH 701 STOL? See the full Piston Aircraft Financing overview or run the numbers with our aircraft finance calculator.

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