June 25, 2008
Canadian Forces Day Air Show
June 21-22, 2008
Gilles Mercier, Interplane's Canadian distributor and owner of Freedom Flying School displayed a Skyboy (pictured below) at Canadian Forces Day Air Show on 21 and 22 June, 2008 and was so busy with admirers, that he didn't even have time to stop for a drink water! Comments such as wow, well built, I can't believe this is an ultralight, what a cute aircraft, accentuated the show goers pleasure in viewing the Skyboy.
Canadians can reach Gilles at gf.mercier@rogers.com
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May 5, 2008
Interplane is Coming to America! 
Interplane announced today that a decision has been reached with their owners, to authorize an expansion of production facilities. The new facilities will be located in America and will be large enough to accommodate Interplane’s brand airplanes, the Skyboy and ZJ-Viera as well as production for other Czech based aircraft manufacturers. American made product will serve most of the needs of Interplane’s global market.
Interplane’s decision was based on its long presence in North America by means of the Skyboy, which has sold more than 100 units in that market, as well as wide acceptance of its newest aircraft the ZJ-Viera. Interplane believes that they can provide extraordinary service to their customers by being close to the marketplace. Although the ZJ was introduced in January, it has already developed a large following in the United States in particular.
The locations for the new facilities have not been finalized and Interplane is encouraging interested communities to contact them if they are interested in having Interplane consider them. Contact should be made with Mr. Sylvester Stratton at: Interplane@hotmail.com
Interplane will continue to design and engineer its products and to produce a limited number of brand aircraft. in Zbraslavice, Czech Republic.
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April 13, 2008
SUN 'n FUN 2008
LSA America, our USA distributor, was at Sun' n Fun this year presenting our aircraft. Interest was high in our ZJ-Viera! People are looking for an aircraft that they can fly without emptying their bank accounts. We believe that the ZJ-Viera is that aircraft. Contact LSA America, and fly the future!
Check out the LSA America website:
http://www.lsaamerica.com/
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April 4, 2008
Skyboy Can Accommodate Two Golf Bags
As a result of popular demand, Interplane is offering additional storage in its two seat Skyboy aircraft. Designed to accommodate two golf bags, the removable belly pod can house up to 30 lbs of sleeping bags, tents, suitcases, etc. Available presently, a belly pod equipped Skyboy is pictured below.
SKYBOY PILOT OPERATING HANDBOOK AND FLIGHT MANUAL APPENDICS BP
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March 31, 2008
ZJ-Viera Enclosed Cockpit!
Interplane announces the development of an enclosed cockpit for it’s brand new ultra light aircraft, the ZJ-Viera. The canopy, pictured above, when combined with heated seats will allow comfortable year round fun flying. The canopy is removable for open cockpit flying and will accommodate a six foot two inch pilot. The options are available for delivery now.
See it flying on U-Tube: www.youtube.com/user/zjviera
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March 7, 2008
New Performance Enhancing Engineering Option
Interplane's engineering department released an exciting performance enhancing engineering change today, which will result in the ZJ-Viera having a higher glide ratio, lower sink rate, and higher rate of climb! The feature will be offered as an option and amounts to a composite part which fits between the fuselage and wing thereby reducing "drag". It can easily be installed and removed, depending on the pilot's wishes. The ZJ-Viera with feature installed is pictured below. Click on a picture for larger image:
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February 20, 2008
Rocket Propelled Ballistic Recovery System Announced
Interplane’s marketing department announced today that the highly popular new airplane, ZJ-Viera has been modified to include a rocket propelled ballistic recovery system as an option! (Although some countries require the system as standard equipment.) The device, which was designed specifically for the ZJ-Viera by Galaxy, weighs just 13 pounds, (6kg). The Aircraft continues to be modestly priced at around $20,000. Marek Ivanov, Interplane’s CEO stated that “Interplane’s mission continues to bring the most advanced technology to bear on the Light Sport market, in the interest of safe flight and high value! Advancements such as the ballistic chute will add a measure of safety while keeping the cost affordable”. The device is pictured below:
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January 28, 2008
His & Her's ZJs
Interplane announced today a two place solution to their single place ZJ-Viera! His and Her ZJs! For less than 50% of the cost of a conventional two place!
For about 40,000 USD, a couple can buy two ZJs, fully assembled and ready to fly! Each can be equipped and decorated as each pilot designates. "This is a great way for couples to express their individualism and still fly together", remarked Marek Ivanov, Interplane's CEO.
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January 17, 2008
Sebring, Florida
Sport Aviation Expo
"The Talk of the Show"
The ZJ-Viera
That's how many admirers of Interplane's ZJ-Viera summed up the crowd's reaction to the USA debut of the innovative new airplanes. LSA America, Interplane's USA distributor displayed the mono wheel and tri wheel versions of the ZJ, with list prices of 19,900 USD (Mono-wheel) and 21,900 USD (Tri-wheel), fully assembled and ready to fly.
Marek Ivanovo, Interplane's CEO, observed that based on global reaction to the airplane, in particular the exceptional support exhibited at the Sebring Air show, Interplane's present production capacity would have to be increased significantly. He indicated that plans were being made to produce 10 per month based on projected demand, from the present three per month. Shortages in the near term were expected as a result of the backlog and would probably become more severe in the months ahead while additional personnel are recruited and trained and tooling developed.
Interplane also produces the Skyboy two seat LSA and provides design and assembly/manufacturing services to other manufacturing companies. Please see InterplaneAircraft.com for additional information about the company.
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January 8, 2008
First ZJ-Vieras Arrive in Sanford, North Carolina
Interplane’s first shipment of ZJ-Vieras arrives at USA distributor and receives decorative touches in preparation for Sebring Air Show later that month.
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January 2, 2008
New Innovative Control Stick Announced
Interplane’s engineering department announces innovative “control stick” designed for the ZJ-Viera by Marek Ivanov. Pictured below, the steering wheel like yoke has cleverly incorporated all controls within the finger tips of the pilot, with the exception of the rudder, which is operated by foot pedals. Ignition switch, starter button, throttle, brake, ailerons, and horizontal stabilizer are all accessed naturally by means of the “control stick”. Ergonomically designed for the comfort and safety of the pilot, the device’s patent is pending.
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Future News Items
- Appointment and location of USA Engine Service Centers
- Development of Engine Cover
- Development and manufacturing source for light weight trailer
- Development of roof carrier
