A Zenith Aircraft Company é pioniera em projetos, desenvolvimento e produção de aeronaves em kits. Uma empresa privada fundada em 1992 na região central dos Estados Unidos, situada na Cidade do México, 100 milhas a oeste de St. Louis no Missouri, em uma área de 1.860 m² localizada no Aeroporto México Memorial. Zenith Aircraft Company é a proprietária dos direitos de fabricação e comecialização Zenair^TM de aviões em kits do designer Chris Heintz.

Zenith Aircraft Company possui profissionais treinados nas oficinas da própria fábrica para oferecer aos futuros construtores os conhecimentos necessários para confecção de sua aeronaves. Anualmente a empresa promove o "Hangar Aberto" evento que tornou-se popular entre proprietários, colegas construtores e entusiastas, pois reune a todos para uma visita à fabrica. A empresa também promove "workshop" para pequenos grupos interessados em conhecer suas aeronaves, vantagens em trabalhar com chapas de aluminio, técnicas de montagem, ferramentas e habilidades necessárias para construir seu avião, leitura e compreensão de manuais e muito mais...

PRÊMIOS E REALIZAÇÕES

A zenair^TM designs foi reconhecida diversas vezes por sua contribuição à indústria, entre estes:

1974	"Best New Design" (EAAC) for the prototype Zenith CH 200
1975	Winner of the Pazmany efficiency contest (two seat category)
1975	NASAD (National Assoc. of Sport Aircraft Designers)Seal of Quality (Drawings)
1976	"The Eight Day Wonder" A Zenith was constructed and flown in just eight days during the 1976 EAA Oshkosh convention. EAA president Paul Poberezny presents Zenair with certificate for "service and dedication."
1978	FAI World Record: A Tri-Z CH 300, piloted by Red Morris, was flown non-stop from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean (2,800 miles in 22.75 hours).
1978	The Dr. A. Raspet Memorial Award was presented to Chris Heintz "for outstanding contribution to the advancement of the design of light aircraft" by then EAA president Paul Poberezny.
1979	NASAD Seal of Quality awarded to all Zenair kits.
1981	University of Wisconsin Certificate of Appreciation for contribution in its Project School-Flight program.
1984	‘Best New Design’ (EAA Sun’n Fun) for the ZIPPER ultralight.
1984	‘Best New Design’ (EAAC) for the prototype ZODIAC CH 600.
1985	NASAD Seal of Quality awarded to ZODIAC drawings and kits.
1986	A ZODIAC CH 601 was completely assembled from a kit in only ten days at the World EXPO’86 in Vancouver.
1987	A STOL CH 701 kit was completely assembled and flown in just seven days at the EAA Sun’n Fun fly-in by volunteers, supervised by Zenair staff. This feat was repeated at the 1990 and 1991 EAA Sun’n Fun fly-ins, and honored ‘Best Workshop’ by Sport Pilot magazine.
1991	EAA Sun’n Fun Convention presented Zenair and Chris Heintz with award for "dedication and generous support" of light aviation.
1992	Zenith Aircraft Company begins manufacturing Zenair kits under license in Mexico, Missouri, centrally located in the US.
1993	‘The Seven Day Challenge’ A Super ZODIAC CH 601 HDS was completely assembled and flown in seven days at the Sun’n Fun fly-in convention by volunteers, supervised by company staff.
1994	Heintz’ newest design, the ZENITH CH 2000, receives FAA and Transport Canada type-certification. Not a kit aircraft, the new design is marketed only factory-assembled as an affordable all-purpose two-seater and trainer.
1995	Federation Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) awards Zenair the prestigious 1995 Honorary Group Diploma for "greatly contributing to the progress of aviation."
1996	Zenith Aircraft Company introduces the GEMINI CH 620 twin-engine concept kit aircraft, the first "personal twin-engine" kit design in the industry.
1997	"Certificate of Appreciation" presented to Zenith Aircraft Co. for their "distinguished servicing and appreciation for their contributions in developing, promoting and advancing Private and Sport Aviation." Presented by EAA, Chapter 229.
1998	Introduction of the new 4-seat STOL CH 801 and the new ZODIAC CH 601 XL.  US Aviator magazine awards the ZODIAC XL its "Best Aircraft of Show" award following the introduction of the new design at EAA AirVenture (Oshkosh).
1998	Zenith Aircraft Company doubles the size of its kit production facilities at its Mexico, Missouri factory.
1998	Zenith Aircraft Company is awarded the "1998 Excellence in Tourism Award" by the Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce for its "outstanding contributions to further Mexico tourism."
1999	Zenair Ltd. celebrates its 25th anniversary as a kit aircraft manufacturer: A quarter century of excellence and leadership in the kit aircraft industry.
1999	Zenith Aircraft Company is presented with a silver anniversary plaque "in appreciation of 25 years support" to the EAA Sun'n Fun fly-in convention.
1999	Zenith Aircraft Company is named the winner of the first-ever Missouri Industry of the Year Award (small business),presented by Associated Industries of Missouri, the Missouri Department of Economic Development, and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
1999	Designer Chris Heintz inducted to EAA Hall of Fame.
2001	Designer Chris Heintz awarded "Outstanding Individual" by LAMA / Kitplanes magazine.
2001	For the third consecutive year, Zenith Aircraft Company is named to the Deloitte & Touche "FAST 50" program.
2002	Chris Heintz is the recipient of the Recreational Aircraft Assoc. of Canada (RAAC) "Aircraft Designer's Award."
2003	Chris Heintz recognized for his "diligent and sustained effort that provided a direct contribution to the technical integrity of the standards." ASTM Sport Pilot / LSA Committee.
2004	Zenith Aircraft Co. awarded the Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce's 2003 G. Andy Runge Ambassador Award "in appreciation for bringing great statewide and national recognition to Mexico, Missouri."
2008	Zenith Aircraft Co. introduces the new STOL CH 750 light sport utility kit airplane design.
2009	Zenith Aircraft Company is honored with the 25th annual Commerce and Industry Award from the Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Mexico, in recognition "for outstanding contributions to the economic growth of Mexico and for dedicated community service."