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.
The first
Supercraft
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.
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.
Tech Specs
Dimensions
| Bk 100, Bk 100 T, Bk 100 iS | |
|---|---|
| Wing area | 9.51 m2 |
| Wing span | 7.94 m |
| Overall Length | 7.178 m |
| Overall Height | 2.41 m |
Weight and loads
| Bk 100 | Bk 100 T | Bk 100 iS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTOM | 472.5 up to 600 Kg | 560 up to 600 Kg | up to 620 Kg |
| Maximum baggage Weight | 20 Kg | 20 Kg | 20 Kg |
Powerplant
| Bk 100 | Bk 100 T | Bk 100 iS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Rotax 912ULS3 | Rotax 914UL | Rotax 915 iS |
| Horsepower | 100 hp | 115 hp | 141 hp |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| TBO | 2000 h 15 years | 2000 h 15 years | 1200 h or 15 years |
| Propeller | MTV-33-1A variable pitch | MTV-33-1A variable pitch | MTV-34-1A |
Performance
| Bk 100 | Bk 100 T | Bk 100 iS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takeoff Distance to 50ft @MTOW | 300 up to 450 m | 280 up to 420 m | 300 m |
| Rate of Climb @ ISA-Sea Level, MTOW | up to 1100 ft/min | up to 1450 ft/min | 1700 ft/min |
| Stall speed with full flaps @MTOW | 35 up to 45 KCAS | 43 up to 45 KCAS | 45 KCAS |
| Maximum Cruise Speed | 260 Km/h | 280 Km/h | 300 Km/h |
| Never Excede Speed | 267 Km/h | 305 Km/h | 305 Km/h |
| Landing Distance to 50ft | 350 m | 350 m | 350 m |
| Load Factor | +4 / -2 g | +4 / -2 g | +4 / -2 g |
| Maximum Demonstrated Crosswind | 15 kts / 28 Km/h | 15 kts / 28 Km/h | 15 kts / 28 Km/h |
| Range* @ Best Economy (nm) | 380 Short Range / 680 Long Range | 650 Long Range | 500 Long Range |
| Range* @ Best Power (nm) | 350 Short Range / 640 Long Range | 580 Long Range | 450 Long Range |
Avionics Baseline
- EFIS Display 10”: Skyview SV-HDX1100 Touch, Dynon
- COM Radio: Trig TY91L SV-COM X83 8.33 KHz Spacing, Dynon
- Intercom: SV-INTERCOM-2S, Dynon
- Mode S Transponder: TY-91 SV-XPNDR-261, Dynon
- Backup Instruments: Analog Compass / Anemometer / Altimeter
Avionics Optionals
- Autopilot: Servo 2 AXIS SV42, Dynon
- Digital Backup Instruments: AVMAP ULTRA
- ELT: E04 406 MHz, ACK Technologies
- EFIS Backseat: Skyview SV-HDX800, Dynon
- ADS-B: SV-ADSB-472 IN / OUT
- LDG & Flaps Backseat Control Panel
- Garmin G3X Touch (BK100 iS only)
Airframe and System
- Structure: pre-preg carbon fiber
- Fuel Tanks: Anti Blast 2×50 Lt
- Landing Gear: Tricycle Retractable Electrically Actuated
- Ballistic Recovery System: Junkers
Tech Specs
Dimensions
| Bk 100, Bk 100 T, Bk 100 iS | |
|---|---|
| Wing area | 9.51 m2 |
| Wing span | 7.94 m |
| Overall Length | 7.178 m |
| Overall Height | 2.41 m |
Weight and loads
| Bk 100 | Bk 100 T | Bk 100 iS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTOM | 472.5 up to 600 Kg | 560 up to 600 Kg | up to 620 Kg |
| Maximum baggage Weight | 20 Kg | 20 Kg | 20 Kg |
Powerplant
| Bk 100 | Bk 100 T | Bk 100 iS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Rotax 912ULS3 | Rotax 914UL | Rotax 915 iS |
| Horsepower | 100 hp | 115 hp | 141 hp |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| TBO | 2000 h 15 years | 2000 h 15 years | 1200 h or 15 years |
| Propeller | MTV-33-1A variable pitch | MTV-33-1A variable pitch | MTV-34-1A |
Performance
| Bk 100 | Bk 100 T | Bk 100 iS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takeoff Distance to 50ft @MTOW | 300 up to 450 m | 280 up to 420 m | 300 m |
| Rate of Climb @ ISA-Sea Level, MTOW | up to 1100 ft/min | up to 1450 ft/min | 1700 ft/min |
| Stall speed with full flaps @MTOW | 35 up to 45 KCAS | 43 up to 45 KCAS | 45 KCAS |
| Maximum Cruise Speed | 260 Km/h | 280 Km/h | 300 Km/h |
| Never Excede Speed | 267 Km/h | 305 Km/h | 305 Km/h |
| Landing Distance to 50ft | 350 m | 350 m | 350 m |
| Load Factor | +4 / -2 g | +4 / -2 g | +4 / -2 g |
| Maximum Demonstrated Crosswind | 15 kts / 28 Km/h | 15 kts / 28 Km/h | 15 kts / 28 Km/h |
| Range* @ Best Economy (nm) | 380 Short Range / 680 Long Range | 650 Long Range | 500 Long Range |
| Range* @ Best Power (nm) | 350 Short Range / 640 Long Range | 580 Long Range | 450 Long Range |
Avionics Baseline
- EFIS Display 10”: Skyview SV-HDX1100 Touch, Dynon
- COM Radio: Trig TY91L SV-COM X83 8.33 KHz Spacing, Dynon
- Intercom: SV-INTERCOM-2S, Dynon
- Mode S Transponder: TY-91 SV-XPNDR-261, Dynon
- Backup Instruments: Analog Compass / Anemometer / Altimeter
Avionics Optionals
- Autopilot: Servo 2 AXIS SV42, Dynon
- Digital Backup Instruments: AVMAP ULTRA
- ELT: E04 406 MHz, ACK Technologies
- EFIS Backseat: Skyview SV-HDX800, Dynon
- ADS-B: SV-ADSB-472 IN / OUT
- LDG & Flaps Backseat Control Panel
- Garmin G3X Touch (BK100 iS only)
Airframe and System
- Structure: pre-preg carbon fiber
- Fuel Tanks: Anti Blast 2×50 Lt
- Landing Gear: Tricycle Retractable Electrically Actuated
- Ballistic Recovery System: Junkers