Is it a Fighter OR Ultralight LSA? Beautiful Blackshape Prime

Blackshape prime is one of the best ultralight in its class. Its truly top light sport aircraft with amazing speed and comfort. This might be your best plane for family and weekend trips. In this aviation documentary we review blackshape prime ultralight and talk about the history of this plane.
Chapters:
00:59 History
04:22 Fuselage
05:42 Specs
07:09 Propeller
09:27 Price

[@BlackshapeAircraft]

Thanks for making this video! ✌✈

[@bigmetalbirds]

Woah! thanks for watching! ❤️

[@mothmagic1]

You can always trust Italian designers to come up with machines tht look like they're doing 100 mph even when they are on the ground. This machine looks gorgeous. A BRS won't land you smoothly but it will land you alive even if the aircraft needs a total rebuild after using it.

[@chippyjohn1]

100mph is not very fast, more like 100km/h

[@bigmetalbirds]

Haha right! Yeah, landing smoothiness is debatable for sure, but yeah, according to wiki its already more than 400 saved lives. Amazing!

[@BlackshapeAircraft]

We're happy to hear that you appreciate the design 😁🚀 Happy landings!

[@BradM73]

@@chippyjohn1 100mph is faster than 100km/h

[@chippyjohn1]

@@BradM73 There's 1000 metres in a km

[@beebop4333]

From the off center front pic looking down the fuselage it looked like a spitfire

[@TurfSurf]

It’s like an updated P51 Mustang! Super slick super beautiful!

[@5Ring]

More like a mini Super Tucano.

[@jonmktchell]

LuxORious...? 🤔😆 Great vid though, adding this one to my wishlist!

[@Cancun771]

That inane marketing drivvel is absolutely unsufferable.

[@StarskyUA]

I agree 😉

[@alebarbosa_env]

this plane is very similar of Tucano, used in Brazil! It's a beautiful small version, loved it!

[@Sarge0311]

Beautiful aircraft

[@elliotarias9293]

The secnod i saw it years ago, it became my favorite plane hands down

[@BlackshapeAircraft]

We love hearing this! 😍 Happy landings!

[@bikersoncall]

As far as 'Beauty' goes, the Tarragons, the Green and Red one starting at 3:13 appeal to me.

[@mike158193]

Kinda had that spitfire inspired look to it, not sure if there is another fighter it was designed around but I do like it. Something I would definitely fly!!!

[@johncarter-zd1wq]

The wing fillet is pure Spitfire

[@trentonhowey3109]

It's a beautiful plane.

[@dennislewenthal228]

Reminds me of the Italian Falco design of the 1960's.

[@user-yu5rx7cr4y]

Big metal Birds craft 2024 😊 . Looks great . From Lillian .

[@2012saiful]

Light Aircraft and Pilot Training in Asia 🌿🌿✅

[@KarmaFlight]

You had me at Italian!

[@DanFrederiksen]

Quite good looking plane but the surprising 'failure' is that the side by side seating Sea Avio Risen substantially outperforms it.

[@bobnewkirk7186]

I don't know whose LSA rules it complies with, but it sure doesn't comply in the USA. Retracts, Constant Speed Prop, and what cruise speed. I remember when LSA first came out..."The Everyman's Airplane", "Cheap to Own and Operate"...Yeah....if your a millionaire!

[@powerstroke01]

Agreed.

[@apexballoons]

When the new MOSAIC rules come into effect, this will almost certainly comply.

[@txflyer82]

​@apexballoons I am hopeful that is the case! If so, I will have one in 3 years @blackshape

[@iyibu01]

Thanks but could you please review jmb aviation offerings and compare with this ?.would be interesting. Thanks

[@bigmetalbirds]

Will do!

[@jpmallard]

Nice airplane, I flew one a few years ago and was expecting more of a fighter feel, but sadly it just felt like an extremely overpriced ultralight

[@BlackshapeAircraft]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, we appreciate your feedback. Have you had the opportunity to experience our 915 version or the EASA certified Gabriél yet? We would love to welcome you back for another demo flight. Regarding the price; consider that our airplanes are meticulously designed and manufactured in Italy, sharing the same production line as our certified Gabriél model. We prioritize using high-quality materials to ensure safety and durability. If you have any more questions or if you'd like to schedule another demo flight, please feel free to reach out to us. Happy landings!

[@Skinflaps_Meatslapper]

@@BlackshapeAircraft It looks great but you need to get those Vne numbers up.

[@alfredneuman6488]

I could tell at first glance that it was an Italian plane. The hair under the wings was the give away.

[@Chance-ry1hq]

The Italian sports car business model: Beautiful, Fast, Breaks down easily, cost a fortune to maintain. If this plane is based on an Italian sports car, I think I’ll pass. It is beautiful though.

[@TreDeuce-qw3kv]

Stupid Prejudices are just that...STUPID!

[@dwightlooi]

Somebody needs to stick a TP100 turboprop in this thing. It is the right size and the right power (241 hp).

[@GeneralSirDouglasMcA]

Will these ever be available in the U.S. market?

[@BlackshapeAircraft]

Absolutely! 😃 While awaiting an update of ULA regulations in the US, we're excited to announce that our Gabriél model is about to obtain FAA certification (hopefully by end of 2023 🤞) and is already available in the US market through our local dealers. If you're interested in experiencing the Gabriél firsthand or have any questions about its availability and features, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. 🙂 Happy landings!

[@LOVE2Flute]

Good price for what you’re getting. Most excellent!

[@BlackshapeAircraft]

We appreciate the love! 🥰

[@onebridge7231]

It would be cool if it came with wing hard points for extended fuel or baggage space.

[@frankmiller95]

Or a couple of Pergrines if the need arises.

[@sobhi05]

Personally, I prefer the Shark Aero. Looks much better than the prime and can go further.

[@phillipzx3754]

It comes with an anemometer but the rain gauge is optional. 😁

[@bigmetalbirds]

thats why I compared this to luxury sportscars haha. Gotta pay for every tiny bit haha

[@maloyaircraft1174]

Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) has a legal definition in the United States. An aircraft must meet the definition of light-sport aircraft (LSA) before the certification process can begin. If it meets the definition, it must then be manufactured to the applicable standard. There are five categories of LSA's: airplanes, gliders, powered parachutes, weight-shift-control aircraft (commonly called trikes), and lighter-than-air aircraft (balloons and airships). There are three types of aircraft that are excluded from the LSA category. They are gyroplane aircraft, transitioning ultralight-like vehicles, and light-sport kit aircraft. These aircraft receive an experimental LSA certification. Definition. As defined in FAR 1.1, a light-sport aircraft is an aircraft other than a helicopter or powered-lift that since its original certification has continued to meet the following: - A maximum takeoff weight of not more than 660 pounds (300 kilograms) for lighter-than-air aircraft; 1,320 pounds (600 kilograms) for aircraft not intended for operation on water; or 1,430 pounds (650 kilograms) for aircraft intended for operation on water. - A maximum airspeed in level flight with maximum continuous power (VH) of not more than 120 knots calibrated airspeed under standard atmospheric conditions at sea level. - A maximum never-exceed speed (VNE) of not more than 120 knots calibrated airspeed for a glider. - A maximum stalling speed or minimum steady flight speed without the use of lift-enhancing devices (VS1) of not more than 45 knots calibrated airspeed at the aircraft’s maximum certificated takeoff weight and most critical CG. - A maximum seating capacity of no more than two persons, including the pilot. - A single, reciprocating engine, if powered. - A fixed or ground-adjustable propeller, if a powered aircraft other than a powered glider. - A fixed or auto-feathering propeller system, if a powered glider. - A fixed-pitch, semi-rigid, teetering, two-blade rotor system, if a gyroplane. - A nonpressurized cabin, if equipped with a cabin. - Fixed landing gear, except for an aircraft intended for operation on water or a glider. - Fixed or repositionable landing gear, or a hull, for an aircraft intended for operation on water. - Fixed or retractable landing gear for a glider.

[@Warhorse500]

Rather than compare it to a sports car, how about compare it to another famous Italian sport plane---the Siai-Marchetti SF-260? (I think they're called Frati these days). This looks like a worthy successor to the SF.260's crown!

[@MrS7629]

Looks like the Marchetti military training plane

[@therrdon1841]

Looks like the lovechild of a Spitfire and P-51

[@P4P5]

Pilatus PC9 for the masses

[@thesep1967]

The old high-end homebuilt story: the cooler it looks the sooner it will kill you. Have fun while it lasts ...

[@tireballastserviceofflorid7771]

Once Dark Aro 1 hits the market then we will see next level speed and efficiency. And whats with the price of this thing..

[@shockwavegaming1376]

It looks good, but when you compare several of the numbers to other planes in the same price range it's subpar on multiple levels.

[@kelvinleigh]

Please elaborate.

[@bigmetalbirds]

Agree, this one got my eye because of the looks haha. Was interesting to research the design. Fuselage seems very versatile, not surprised that Blackshape isn't the only one utilising Juseppes design.

[@shockwavegaming1376]

@kelvinleigh The first yellow flag was the average g tolerances. If flown carefully, +4/-2 is adequate, but in a plane capable of 200mph flight a +6/-4 g rating would be safer. This not only makes maneuvering safer, but makes a plane safer in turbulence. The speed was another average stat. 200mph is not slow, but it's not truly fast either. For that kind of money, I would expect a speed of 250-400mph to be competitive. The range could be improved too. While 500mi is not bad, it's still short legs for cross country flying. If the range was pushed up to 750-1000mi by increasing the speed, the fuel capacity, or both, then it would stand out a little bit more. I know all those specs might be asking too much of an LSA, but my disappointment in the plane was not based on its classification, but it's cost to performance ratio. For an LSA, it's just ok. For the price, its average performance is not worth that much of my hard earned money. This is only my opinion so take it with a grain of salt and hopefully not everyone shares my opinion. I'm sure the people who designed and built the plane love it and did the best they could on it, so for that, they have my respect.

[@jonasbaine3538]

@@shockwavegaming1376seems like an old Lancair 320 360 legacy is a better buy.

[@colinfitzgerald4332]

I suspect the carbon fiber construction is the reason for its high price. 4.0 g is low. My Cessna 150 is at 4.2 g. @@shockwavegaming1376

[@robertoruiz9044]

vientos

[@haraldvideotube]

EASA grounded the Blackshape and Gabriel. Curious what comes out of it.

[@DirkLarien]

wow that looks exactly like Slovakian Shark. Who copied who ? Or was it a colab ?

[@unkameatgoodbar2315]

It's cute. But a lancair320 got this beat.

[@envitech02]

One crashed in Malaysia a few days ago. Both pilots are no more. Investigation ongoing.

[@FLAC2023]

Excellent for people who don't work and have made ridiculous amounts of money and can afford these as a result of TRICKLE DOWN ECOMICS... The average working man can never buy any of these nowadays, unlike in the 1950-70s when they could... Thanks Reagan!

[@copernicus633]

What a stupid comment.

[@ycplum7062]

Is it a fighter? No. However, form follows function and sports planes and fighters have similar design goals.

[@MENSA.lady2]

Just another plastic fantastic. I prefer a Piper Cub on a sunny summer afternoon, with the doors left in the hanger. Steer by dangling a leg in the breeze. Far more fun.

[@lancethorup7631]

nice plane but hardy legendary

[@bilbotbaggins1536]

4G positive? That’s pretty low…

[@Celestial_Arishem]

1st view!!!

[@JSFGuy]

Sew....🤷🏻

[@currentfaves65]

BK model max cruise 200 mph 575 mile range, so refuel about every 2 hours.

[@5Ring]

Why all of the Czech rondels?

[@felixtorres1895]

It looks very nice. However, it appeared to me like it’s very Squirrley and if you’re going to build an airplane like this, it should at least have aromatic status. It seems to me a lot of hype in order to get you with the price.

[@KutWrite]

If you flew me through some aerobatics, I would probably make the interior quite aromatic!

[@privatepilot4064]

If it has guns it’s a fighter.

[@papadougpapadougsadventures]

LSA aircraft in the US require a fixed gear so this doesn’t qualify

[@hbl142]

I believe MOSAIC may change this

[@Michael-ig8ne]

Yeah that single engine piston airplane is definitely a fighter

[@pmp2559]

P-39 airacobra?

[@tazaxx21]

Nice looking plane, but for $200K it will barely get out of its own way?? Sorry, I'll take the Subsonex Jet.

[@hangpilot1200]

200,000 pounds? Sorry, but a Van's RV-8 beats this in almost every way at half the cost.

[@bigmetalbirds]

Looks like you are comparing two great planes with absolutely different market audiences. I doubt that blackshape pilots would even attempt to build a kit haha. It sounds like the points where one "beats" other are highly subjective. At least in your case.

[@christianjforbes]

The RV would be my choice every day of the week … but for some, the 915is variant is a turn key, modern choice. Question is … is it worth the extra $100k for carbon and ramp appeal?

[@salwurstman6879]

But it’s “luxOrious.”

[@petesmith9472]

I owned an rv8 and all round it’s hard to beat….34lph, 6.5 hours endurance with Flymore tips…165kts cruise….

[@andrewallen9993]

Or you could buy a Sling 4 and fly it across the Atlantic.

[@freegw1]

Far from a fighter. Civilian pilots can only dream.

[@TreDeuce-qw3kv]

If you are looking for Stupid, prejudicial comments...you have come to the right place. It seems that most of the comments are from a demographic of Americans that never advanced from a Sand Box Mentality. So...Now that that is out of the way... As soon as I win the Lotto, I will go to Italy and claim mine and then tour Italy in a 850 Spider.

[@Ubetterknowit786]

What a comment. By your own words, you fit the same “demographic” you malign. Welcome!

[@GWAYGWAY1]

Going bust very soon at that price, nobody spends that much and suffer the restrictions of LSA.

[@user-qz8xc2tv6i]

I'm just thinking of the millions of dollars the US military could save by using this aircraft as a basic trainer before students graduate to the T-6. Yeah, nevah happen

[@kevingossage5304]

This is almost a copy of the Turbine Legend.

[@bigmetalbirds]

yeah, looks a lot like legend, but i don't think it was an intentional copy. Asso Aerei (the original design, as I told in the video), was Italian kit manufacturer, with lots of models inspired by european fighters of that time.

[@Walterwaltraud]

Being aware of their business practices - walk away. Or ask them about every single law suit they have pre delivery of the aircraft. It's a gorgeous plane, but...

[@BlackshapeAircraft]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, @Walterwaltraud - Please be informed that Blackshape has had no involvement in such matters, and any past concerns were promptly dismissed due to a lack of substantiated evidence. We want to emphasize that Blackshape is now under new management, which took over a few months ago, and we remain open to discussing any concerns or inquiries you may have.

[@Walterwaltraud]

@@BlackshapeAircraft If only that was true....

[@smithtorreysmith]

+4/-2G??? WTF?

[@MichaelWilliams-ph4ri]

Retractable gear? Really? That's not LSA.

[@viper2148]

It really looks like no WWII era fighter especially with that tricycle landing gear, sorry.

[@cam5376]

More of a looker than a goer, +4 -2 G limits doesn't fit with the rest of the design.

[@cam5376]

And it needs a lot of runway.

[@19rocket64]

looks like a highly overpriced AC

[@747driver3]

So, Blackshape took someone else’s work and put snazzy seats in it? No bags? No room? A 115hp fighter huh? LSA? $200-300K--No thank you. Hard Pass!

[@flytelaw1]

Total shit aircraft….so many better and faster aircraft now available…

[@reinforcement666]

what would u sugest? ty