Flight Design CTLSi Flight Review

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Key Takeaways:

  • The 2018 Flight Design CTLSi is a modern Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) equipped with advanced features like a Rotax 912iS Sport engine, a Dynon glass cockpit, and a BRS whole-airplane parachute, priced around $180,000.
  • Pre-owned late-model CTLSi aircraft offer a cost-effective option for buyers who want performance without the new airplane price tag.
  • A review by Aviation Consumer Editor Larry Anglisano confirmed that CTLSi models function effectively as efficient traveling airplanes.
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At around $180,000, the 2018 Flight Design CTLSi is about as modern as any LSA on the market, with a Rotax 912iS Sport engine, a three-display Dynon glass cockpit, a BRS whole-airplane parachute and a high-end leather interior. But if you’re looking to save some money but don’t want to sacrifice performance, a pre-owned late-model CTLSi is worth a look. For this video, Aviation Consumer Editor Larry Anglisano took a close look at the CTLSi models to see if they really can work as efficient traveling airplanes. Turns out they can.

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