Shark Aero versus TL-Ultralight Stream

I am carefully considering which aircraft will best suit me and my experience as a new pilot. Currently, I am drawn to both models, as they are quite similar and each offers comparable advantages. It’s great to have such strong options to choose from!

AI is telling me that the TL-Ultralight Stream is an easier plane to fly than the Shark is so I need to keep this in mind. I really love the way the plane looks in the picture below! I think those are the exact colors that I want...

Shark Aero Models

Shark 600 (Base LSA Model)

• Engine: Rotax 912ULS (100 HP), carburetor or fuel injection available

• Empty Weight: Approx. 650-700 lbs (295-320 kg)

• Max Takeoff Weight: 1,320 lbs (600 kg)

• Dimensions: Wingspan 26 ft, Length 25 ft, Height ~6 ft 6 in

• Speeds:

  • Max Cruise: Around 155-157 knots

  • VNE (Never Exceed): 180 knots

  • Stall Speed (Flaps Down): Approx. 35 knots

• Range: Up to 1,350 nautical miles (optionally configured with larger tanks)

• Rate of Climb: About 1,200 - 1,475 ft/min

• Cockpit: Tandem seating with fighter-jet style canopy, HOTAS control setup

• Avionics: Garmin G3X touch, optional Dynon SkyView

• Landing Gear: Retractable (optionally fixed for ultralight classification)

• Safety: Optional Stratos Magnum ballistic parachute system

• Price: Approx. €280,000 ($300,000+ depending on options)

Shark Turbo 600 (Turbocharged Model)

• Engine: Edge 914Ti Turbo (126 HP) - fuel injected, turbocharged Rotax 914 variant

• Max Cruise Speed: Around 180-189 knots

• Rate of Climb: Improved climb rate and better performance at higher altitudes

• Fuel Efficiency: Turbocharged engine offers better power at altitude but slightly higher fuel burn

• Other Specs: Same airframe and systems as base Shark 600

• Price: Approx. €310,000 ($330,000+ depending on options and taxes)

• Notable: Released since 2023 with Garmin avionics suite including G3X and G5

TLSport Stream Variants

Stream Base Model (Rotax 912ULS/iS)

• Engine Options: Rotax 912ULS or 912iS (100 HP)

• Empty Weight: 890 – 980 lbs (404-445 kg)

• Max Takeoff Weight: 1,653 lbs (750 kg)

• Dimensions: Wingspan 29.5 ft, Length 22.4 ft, Height 8.1 ft

• Speeds:

  • Max Cruise: 135 - 150 knots TAS depending on engine and load

  • Stall Speed (Vso): 47 KCAS

  • Never Exceed Speed: 185 KIAS

• Range: Approx. 1,350 miles

• Rate of Climb: Around 1,800 ft/min

• Cockpit: Tandem seating, side-stick control with full panoramic canopy

• Avionics: Garmin G3X touch displays (10” front, 7” rear), Garmin GMC 507 autopilot

• Flight Controls: Electric trim and flap controls, adjustable rudder pedals

• Landing Gear: Retractable with hydraulic disc brakes

• Safety: Standard Stratos Magnum ballistic parachute system

• Price: Around $360,000 - $375,000+ depending on options

Stream Turbo Model (Rotax 916iS or Turbotech TP-R90)

• Engine Options: Rotax 916iS Turbocharged (140 HP), or Turbotech TP-R90 Turboprop (140 HP)

• Cruise Speed: 175 - 182 KTAS

• Rate of Climb: 1,800 - 2,400 ft/min

• Weight, Dimensions, Avionics, Safety: Same as other Stream models

• Price: Higher end of the range, close to $400,000+ depending on specifications

• Additional: Offers turbocharged or turboprop power for enhanced performance, climbs, and cruise speeds

Summary of Key Differences

Feature	Shark 600 Base	Shark Turbo 600	Stream Base (912)	Stream Turbo (916/TP-R90)
Cockpit Layout	Tandem (fighter style)	Tandem	Tandem (side-stick control)	Tandem (side-stick control)
Engine Power	100 HP	126 HP Turbo	100 HP	140 HP Turbo or Turboprop
Empty Weight	~650-700 lbs	~700 lbs	890-980 lbs	890-980 lbs
Max Takeoff Weight	1,320 lbs	1,320 lbs	1,653 lbs	1,653 lbs
Wing Span	26 ft	26 ft	29.5 ft	29.5 ft
Max Cruise Speed	155-157 knots	180-189 KTAS (217.5 mph)	135-150 knots	175-182 KTAS
Stall Speed	~35 knots	~35 knots	47 KCAS	~47 KCAS
Range	Up to 1,350 nmi	Extended by turbo tech	Approx. 1,350 miles	Approx. 1,350 miles
Rate of Climb	1,200-1,475 ft/min	Improved with turbo	1,800 ft/min	1,800-2,400 ft/min
Safety	Optional chute	Optional chute	Standard ballistic chute	Standard ballistic chute
Price (approx.)	$300,000+	$330,000+	$360,000 - $375,000+	$400,000+

TL-Ultralight Stream

Shark Aero