Blackshape Prime
Piston • single engine • Low Wing • Retractable gear
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About the Blackshape Prime
Overview
The Blackshape Prime (BK-100) is an Italian-designed, carbon-fiber masterpiece often referred to as the ‘Ferrari of the Sky.’ It features a tandem seating arrangement and retractable landing gear, offering a sleek, military-trainer aesthetic in a light sport or ultralight package. Primarily constructed from autoclave-cured pre-preg carbon fiber, it is exceptionally lightweight and rigid, allowing it to achieve high cruise speeds on a standard 100 hp Rotax engine.
Key Features for GA Buyers
- Fighter-Like Experience: Tandem seating and a panoramic bubble canopy provide an immersive flight experience reminiscent of military aircraft.
- Exceptional Efficiency: Achieving cruise speeds near 150 knots while burning only ~4.7-5 gallons per hour (Rotax 912ULS).
- Advanced Construction: High-quality carbon fiber airframe is stressed to +4/-2g, providing responsive handling and modern durability.
- Safety Systems: Often equipped with a Junkers ballistic recovery parachute system as standard or a common option.
Trade-offs
- Payload Limitations: As a high-performance LSA/Ultralight, the useful load is tight; with two adults and full fuel, you are often right at the MTOW limits.
- Complexity: The retractable landing gear and constant-speed propeller add maintenance requirements and insurance complexity compared to typical fixed-gear LSAs.
- Tight Cabin: The 31-inch (80cm) wide cockpit is narrow, which may be uncomfortable for larger pilots during long cross-country flights.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Wingspan
- 26.05 ft
- Length
- 23.56 ft
- Height
- 7.91 ft
Weights
- Max Takeoff Weight
- 1,042 lbs
- Max Landing Weight
- 1,042 lbs
- Useful Load
- 388 lbs
- Fuel Capacity
- 17 gal
Performance
- Cruise Speed
- 148 KTAS
- Range
- 594 NM
- Service Ceiling
- 15,000 ft
- Rate of Climb
- 1150 fpm
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