Aircraft overview

The TL Ultralight TL-2000 Sting is a Czech built, two seat, composite light sport and ultralight aircraft developed by TL Ultralight of Hradec Králové. The type emerged in the late 1990s and has been produced in several refined versions for European ultralight and ASTM light sport aircraft markets. It is a low wing aircraft with a carbon composite airframe, tricycle landing gear and side by side seating. For buyers, the TL-2000 Sting matters because it combines modern composite construction, efficient Rotax power and broad international support in a compact personal aircraft suited to touring, training and recreational ownership.

Performance & specifications

Typical TL Ultralight TL-2000 Sting performance depends on version, propeller, empty weight and national certification limits. Most aircraft are powered by the Rotax 912 ULS, a 100 hp four cylinder engine, while later examples may use fuel injected Rotax 912 iS installations. Cruise speeds commonly fall around 110 to 120 knots in practical operation, with economical fuel burn compared with traditional certified trainers. Published range is typically in the 500 nautical mile class when fitted with standard long range tanks and operated with reserve. Maximum takeoff weight is commonly 1,320 lb in the LSA category, with useful load often around the mid 500 lb range depending on equipment. Service ceiling is commonly quoted around 14,000 feet.

Cabin & avionics

The cabin seats two occupants side by side under a forward hinged canopy, giving good visibility and a sporty cockpit feel. Baggage capacity is modest, so buyers should assess real loading for two people, fuel and luggage rather than relying only on headline performance figures. Avionics vary widely by year and owner specification. Early aircraft may have conventional analog instruments, while later and upgraded examples often feature Dynon, Garmin G3X, MGL or similar glass panel systems, GPS navigation, Mode S transponders, ADS-B equipment and engine monitoring. Many aircraft also have a ballistic recovery parachute, which should be checked for repack status and service life.

Buying & value

On the used market, condition, documentation and equipment drive value more than age alone. Important checks include composite airframe condition, landing gear history, canopy fit, Rotax maintenance records, propeller logbooks, parachute dates and compliance with service bulletins. Common variants and upgrades include Sting Carbon, Sting S3 and Sting S4 developments, but buyers should confirm the exact model and certification basis of the aircraft being offered. Current PlaneFox listing data shows TL Ultralight TL-2000 Sting asking prices averaging about EUR 108,000, with a range from roughly EUR 64,000 to EUR 184,000. Lower priced aircraft tend to be older or more basic, while higher priced examples usually reflect newer avionics, low time, parachute equipment or later production features.