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2026 ZHONGLIAN AVIATION F27
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Overview
| Make / Model | ZHONGLIAN AVIATION F27 |
|---|---|
| Type | Other |
| Airframe time | — |
Description
F‑27 holds Experimental Airworthiness Certificate in China, not a standard civil CCAR‑27 type certificate. For recreation, training and experimental use only; not authorized for commercial passenger transportation. Dimensions * Overall length (main rotor included): 8.1 m * Main rotor diameter: 6.84 m * Height: 2.4 m * Cabin: 2‑seat side‑by‑side configuration Weight * Empty weight: 395 kg * Maximum take‑off weight (MTOW): 620 kg * Useful load: approx. 225 kg (2 occupants + fuel) Fuel System * Fuel tank capacity: 70 Liters * Fuel type: Unleaded automotive gasoline, RON 95 / RON 98 Flight Performance * Cruise speed: 150‑160 km/h * Maximum level speed: 186 km/h * Maximum range: 550‑600 km * Endurance: approx. 2.5 hours * Service ceiling: approx. 3,000 m Airframe & Rotor * Main rotor: Composite blades, torsion‑strap maintenance‑free hub * Fuselage cabin: RTM vacuum‑infused composite structure * Canopy: Polycarbonate transparent panels * Controls: Conventional helicopter controls (cyclic stick, collective lever, anti‑torque pedals) Variant: F‑27C (Agricultural Spraying Version) * Maximum take‑off weight: 700 kg * Maximum payload (liquid agent): 110 kg * Spray swath width: 10 m * Range: 450 km Important Remarks Pilot must hold valid helicopter pilot license; flight plans must be submitted to ATC before each flight Not for commercial use.
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
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General
| Year | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ZHONGLIAN AVIATION |
| Model | F27 |
| Condition | New |
Airframe
| Total Time | 0 |
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