http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/rss Zlinaircraft.eu - News http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/121-radim-stukavec-aviation-is-fascinating.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/121-radim-stukavec-aviation-is-fascinating.html Thu, 02 February 2012 09:57:12 +0100 We introduce young faces of our company Radim Štukavec designer/engineer electric Before you joined ZLIN AIRCRAFT you had studied electrical engineering.  Could you give more details about your studies? I completed the faculty of electro engineering and communication technologies in Brno, program „electro technology, electronics, communication and control technology“ specialization „electronics and communication technology“. After graduation I continued with PHd... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/119-zlin-aircraft-re-activates-latine-america.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/119-zlin-aircraft-re-activates-latine-america.html Fri, 20 January 2012 15:31:27 +0100 Our goal was to speak with the operators of ZLINs, listen to their experience and based on them to ascertain chances in the new markets or new market segments. „We believe that South American market is a good prospect and in certain areas it is still standing at the start line of the use of training and sport aeroplanes,“ clarified Jiri Tutter in charge of company´s business development .Praising words of the current operators – Peruvian Air Force (Fuerza Aérea del Peru) and  Mexican Na... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/116-almost-new-plane-z-143-lsi-for-sale.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/116-almost-new-plane-z-143-lsi-for-sale.html Thu, 19 January 2012 11:32:45 +0100 Almost new multipurpose (Commercial Flights/Training/Sport/Towing) 4-seat aircraft ZLIN powered by single engine Lycoming IO-540-C4D5 performance reaching up to 235 HP, MTV-9-B/195-45 propeller, of 855 kg/1885 lbs weight. VFR Night. Simple handling, all metal structure of fuselage providing added safety, aircraft is designed for heavy landings, low operating costs, excellent visibility and cabin spaciousness, ease of maintenance, scheduled 100 hour inspection without having to over... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/117-zlin-aircraft-acquired-another-new-and-state-of-art-machining-center.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/117-zlin-aircraft-acquired-another-new-and-state-of-art-machining-center.html Wed, 18 January 2012 14:04:15 +0100 "The main added value of the new machining center is a fundamental improvement of the quality of all separate operations, increase of productivity and optimization of material flow in the machining shop," clarifies Pavel Brazdil, production director the reasons for the modernization. New computer controlled lathe with laser will also enables to reduce costs and environmental impacts of highly qualified aviation production and demonstrates progressive dimension of production thinking. "New CNC la... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/113-new-zlin-aircraft-flew-to-poland.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/113-new-zlin-aircraft-flew-to-poland.html Wed, 04 January 2012 11:25:02 +0100 Previous victory in the tender and subsequent sale of the new aircraft with serial number 0768 has allowed for our “GURU” to train pilots in The Aviation Training Center of The Rzeszow University of Technology (POLITECHNIKA Rzeszowski). "We are very pleased by trust of our Polish partners, who know undisputed quality of ZLIN aircraft. Indeed, this case is evidence of (the) high competitiveness of our machines in international markets, “comments the victory in the tender ZLIN AIRCRAFT´s s... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/111-zlin-aircraft-team-wishes-you-merry-christmas-and-happy-new-year.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/111-zlin-aircraft-team-wishes-you-merry-christmas-and-happy-new-year.html Tue, 20 December 2011 11:07:50 +0100 The operation will resume on Monday 2nd January 2012. To ensure smooth processing of your enquiries and orders we kindly ask you to send them well in advance.We thank you for your understanding and look forward to further cooperation. We wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. ZLIN AIRCRAFT Team... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/106-famous-czechoslovak-aviator-visited-our-company.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/106-famous-czechoslovak-aviator-visited-our-company.html Wed, 23 November 2011 10:19:33 +0100 During the service inspection of ZLIN Z-126 aircraft (OK-JGD)  in "Original ZLIN service center" of our Company he had a unique opportunity to tour the whole premises of ZLIN AIRCRAFT Company and to become acquainted with its current activities.He appreciated strongly, with undisguised surprise, A grat progress which the company made from the start of its business and production of the legendary ZLIN aircraft that since 2009. "I believe that the ZLIN brand will again become a symbol of qualit... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/104-change-at-the-head-of-the-board-of-zlin-aircraft-a-s.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/104-change-at-the-head-of-the-board-of-zlin-aircraft-a-s.html Wed, 02 November 2011 11:20:04 +0100 Miloslav Tutter was elected the new chairman of ZLIN AIRCRAFT Board. He took all the competencies and responsibilities from the previous chairman Zdeněk Havner. Fifty-five years old Miloslav Tutter was born in Pelhřimov, the Czech Republic. He comes from the famous aviation family. His father worked for many years as a military pilot in various command functions of the Czechoslovak army.Miloslav Tutter graduated at the University of Transport and Communications (VSDS) in Žilina, Slovakia. ... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/102-z-242-l-easy-to-fly-yet-aerobatically-so-capable.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/102-z-242-l-easy-to-fly-yet-aerobatically-so-capable.html Thu, 20 October 2011 08:31:56 +0200 Words: Nick Bloom, Photos: Keith WilsonIf you want to sample aerobatics, the two questions foremost in your mind will be where, and in which aeroplane. The latter question is even more important if you plan to do more than just try a loop and roll. If your intention is to complete the AOPA Aerobatics course or to enter a beginners´ aerobatics contest, choosing the right aeroplane can trim hours off your training schedule.One of the less well known options among the various types for hire in the... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/99-aircraft-production-in-otrokovice-gains-momentum.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/99-aircraft-production-in-otrokovice-gains-momentum.html Thu, 13 October 2011 15:39:27 +0200 ZLIN AIRCRAFT Company, the continuator in manufacturing of the well-established training, aerobatic, sport and touring aircraft brand ZLIN, manufactures its Z 242 L and Z 143 LSi aircraft there. The ZLIN aeroplanes are a proven choice for training of both civilian and military pilots. This has again been confirmed now by a successfull completion of a tender for military trainers for Polish Air Force Academy, known as the Deblin “School of the Eaglets”. The aircraft ordered have already be... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/97-new-address-of-zlin-aircraft-company.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/97-new-address-of-zlin-aircraft-company.html Tue, 04 October 2011 07:44:51 +0200 As some of you already noticed, the company management and a number of other departments had recently moved to modern reconstructed premises. That required changes to delivery and legal address. Only a street number and a postcode have changed, telephone and other contacts remain the same.Please kindly update our contact details in your records and databases. Thank you.The current address is: ZLIN AIRCRAFT a.s. Letiště 1887 765 02 Otrokovice Czech Republic The relocation demonstrates f... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/95-guru-attracted-attention-of-nato-days-visitors.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/95-guru-attracted-attention-of-nato-days-visitors.html Tue, 27 September 2011 18:19:27 +0200 ZLIN Z 242 L Guru (ZLIN AIRCRAFT a.s.) Approximately 225,000 visitors came to this year’s NATO Days during the last September weekend. They could admire top military technology, e.g. Boeing B-52H Stratofortress strategic bomber, Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker aerial refuelling aircraft and fully armed Israeli fighters McDonnell Douglas F-15D Baz. The ZLIN 242 L aircraft stood a good partner to these attractive exhibits, as proved by queues of people interested in the red shining... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/93-zlin-aircraft-continues-significant-investments.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/93-zlin-aircraft-continues-significant-investments.html Thu, 15 September 2011 14:49:04 +0200 ZLIN AIRCRAFT introduced the completely new four-seater Z 143 LSi Genius at Friedrichshafen international fair in April 2011. In September, the company then completed reconstruction of its premises in order to upgrade work areas to meet today’s aesthetical, technological and environmental standards, together with important savings in operational costs.The reconstruction allowed to concentrate company’s management, sales, marketing, technical and other departments in joint premises under one ... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/91-increasing-interest-in-zlin-camo.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/91-increasing-interest-in-zlin-camo.html Mon, 12 September 2011 12:30:42 +0200 The ZLIN CAMO, established in compliance with Part M, Subpart G of  Regulation (EC) No. 2042/2003, provides a free-of-charge monitoring of aircraft airworthiness maintenance for a number of customers from the Czech Republic, Poland and other countries. The customers appreciate especially the systemic professional services from the manufacturer, guaranteed security and savings in both time and finance. The ZLIN CAMO provides free and efficient continuing airworthiness management in order to a... http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/89-zlin-aircraft-supports-nato-days.html http://www.zlinaircraft.eu/en/news/89-zlin-aircraft-supports-nato-days.html Mon, 05 September 2011 12:18:44 +0200 We have accepted the role of a partner of 11th year of NATO Days in Ostrava on September 24-25. On this occasion, our company will also support the first year of aviation industry exhibition FLYIN with the flying show of our aerobatic aircraft Z242L Guru. It will also participate in the Summit of Visegrad states’ chiefs of Air Forces. „We’d like to remind to our important partners and aviation fans the role, which the training of pilots plays in each air force and its capability to ...