Zenith Zenith STOL CH 701

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27 Mar 2026 · © Big Mike Aviation Photography

Zenith STOL CH 701, a popular kit-built STOL bush plane, lifts off in a light backcountry environment.

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Aircraft

Zenith STOL CH 701 CH701

Custom white base with red stripes, blue nose and tail

N701UT

Registration

Manufacturer

Zenith

Gear

Cannon EOS RP 100-500mm

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Runway Royalty

2 badges earned

Location

William T. Piper Memorial Airport

LHV/KLHV

41.1356, -77.4223

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William T. Piper Memorial Airport LHV

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Zenith STOL CH 701 is a popular kit-built STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) aircraft designed for rugged backcountry operation and amateur builders.

Fleet Rarity

Relatively rare, but common among kit planes and STOL enthusiasts.

Future Outlook

Still widely active among homebuilt and experimental aviation communities.

Specifications

8.2 m

Wingspan

6.1 m

Length

400 km

Range

145 km/h

Speed

2 passengers

Capacity

570 kg

MTOW

2.15 m

Height