Ultralight Design Ul-45

Single Piston

The Ultralight Design UL-45 is a Czech-built two-seat high-wing light sport aircraft that emerged in the early 2000s as part of Europe's ultralight aviation renaissance. Manufactured by Ultralight Design in the Czech Republic, the UL-45 represents a practical approach to affordable recreational flying, combining traditional tube-and-fabric construction with modern handling characteristics. The aircraft is certified under both European ultralight regulations and EASA's CS-LSA standard, making it eligible for light sport aircraft operations across multiple jurisdictions. With a maximum takeoff weight of just 600 kilograms (1,323 pounds), the UL-45 sits at the upper end of the ultralight category, offering more payload capacity than many competitors while maintaining the regulatory and insurance advantages of the class. Its high-wing configuration provides excellent visibility for sightseeing and training missions, and the docile stall speed of 37 knots in landing configuration makes it forgiving for low-time pilots. The type's never-exceed speed of 135 knots gives it respectable cross-country capability for weekend trips, though it remains firmly in the recreational rather than traveling aircraft category. SkyMeter has tracked flights across airframes and operators, with distinct routes observed.