Prime
The Blackshape Prime is a high-performance two-seater ultralight aircraft designed for enthusiasts who value both quality and safety. With a focus on delivering an exceptional flying experience, the Prime offers superior flight performance, while also being engineered with safety in mind.
Crafted using innovative materials, including high-quality pre-preg carbon fiber, the Prime is not only sleek and sporty in design, but also lightweight and incredibly strong. The meticulous attention to detail by our skilled team at every stage of the manufacturing process ensures that every Prime that leaves our premises meets the highest quality standards.
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The combination of the aircraft’s clean lines and its carbon fiber structure guarantees Prime impressive flight performance and agility.
The low wing configuration and the low fuselage cross-section, combined with a carbon fiber structure, deliver unmatched performance and extraordinary agility, providing a truly unique experience for every pilot. Our mission is to guarantee that every flight you take in a Blackshape aircraft is a pure emotional experience that surpasses all your expectations.
When it comes to pure performance, the Rate of Climb is a parameter that you will never forget on a Blackshape. With a climb rate of 1700 feet per minute, you will experience pure adrenaline.
DESIGN CRAFTMANSHIP
01. DESIGN CRAFTMANSHIP
Quality is a fundamental principle at Blackshape, influencing every action we take to ensure that each aircraft that leaves our premises surpasses your expectations. We adhere to the highest standards by utilizing top-quality prepregs, steel, and aluminum in our products. This philosophy is driven by our unwavering commitment to achieving excellence. At Blackshape, we meticulously oversee all carbon fiber processes, including lamination, molding, autoclave curing, and assembly.
02. ENGINE
The Blackshape Prime is available with three different engines: the Rotax 912, the Rotax 914, and the Rotax 915 iS. The Rotax 912 represents a classic choice known for its reliability and low energy consumption, making it ideal for long-distance flights. The Rotax 914 is designed for pilots seeking enhanced performance, offering more power and consistent operation across various altitudes. The Rotax 915 iS, boasting a maximum power of 141 hp, provides the best power-to-weight ratio that perfectly complements the flight capabilities of the Blackshape Prime.
03. AVIONICS
Blackshape utilizes the Skyview by Dynon to offer pilots innovative avionics packages that align with those found in airliners and business jets. The Dynon Skyview represents the state-of-the-art for light sport planes, providing compact 10″ displays with both Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multi-Function Display (MFD) capabilities. It seamlessly integrates with the transponder module and is available with additional autopilot panels as well as a backseat display.
DESIGN CRAFTMANSHIP
01. DESIGN CRAFTMANSHIP
Quality is a fundamental principle at Blackshape, influencing every action we take to ensure that each aircraft that leaves our premises surpasses your expectations. We adhere to the highest standards by utilizing top-quality prepregs, steel, and aluminum in our products. This philosophy is driven by our unwavering commitment to achieving excellence. At Blackshape, we meticulously oversee all carbon fiber processes, including lamination, molding, autoclave curing, and assembly.
02. ENGINE
The Blackshape Prime is available with three different engines: the Rotax 912, the Rotax 914, and the Rotax 915 iS. The Rotax 912 represents a classic choice known for its reliability and low energy consumption, making it ideal for long-distance flights. The Rotax 914 is designed for pilots seeking enhanced performance, offering more power and consistent operation across various altitudes. The Rotax 915 iS, boasting a maximum power of 141 hp, provides the best power-to-weight ratio that perfectly complements the flight capabilities of the Blackshape Prime.
03. AVIONICS
Blackshape utilizes the Skyview by Dynon to offer pilots innovative avionics packages that align with those found in airliners and business jets. The Dynon Skyview represents the state-of-the-art for light sport planes, providing compact 10″ displays with both Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multi-Function Display (MFD) capabilities. It seamlessly integrates with the transponder module and is available with additional autopilot panels as well as a backseat display.
Safety
The Blackshape Prime is a revolutionary two-seater ultralight aircraft meticulously engineered to prioritize both piloting pleasure and safety for high-performance enthusiasts. It seamlessly combines exceptional flight performance, top-notch quality, and an elegant, refined, and sporty design that proudly reflects the renowned Italian craftsmanship.
Recognized as the Best Airplane in the World in 2013 (Ultralight category) by the esteemed Flieger Magazine Award, the Prime is the result of thoroughly handcrafted work utilizing innovative materials. It is constructed with high-quality pre-preg carbon, ensuring superior strength and safety standards throughout the manufacturing processes carried out by the experienced team at Blackshape.
Safety
The Blackshape Prime is a revolutionary two-seater ultralight aircraft meticulously engineered to prioritize both piloting pleasure and safety for high-performance enthusiasts. It seamlessly combines exceptional flight performance, top-notch quality, and an elegant, refined, and sporty design that proudly reflects the renowned Italian craftsmanship.
Recognized as the Best Airplane in the World in 2013 (Ultralight category) by the esteemed Flieger Magazine Award, the Prime is the result of thoroughly handcrafted work utilizing innovative materials. It is constructed with high-quality pre-preg carbon, ensuring superior strength and safety standards throughout the manufacturing processes carried out by the experienced team at Blackshape.