ATEC service
ATEC 122 Zephyr maintenance and repairs
Maintenance, inspections, repairs and spare parts for the ATEC 122 Zephyr (formerly the Zephyr 2000) are provided by Čekan servis, a service centre authorized by the manufacturer ATEC v.o.s. (authorization dated 1 September 2025), at Milovice airfield (LKMILO), Czech Republic. We support Zephyr owners across Europe.
The ATEC 122 Zephyr at a glance
- Type
- two-seat ultralight low-wing aircraft of mixed construction
- Construction
- carbon composite fuselage, wing with a wooden main spar and polyester fabric covering, T-tail
- Engine
- Rotax 912 UL (80 hp) or 912 ULS (100 hp)
- MTOW
- 450 / 472.5 kg (UL category)
- History
- built from 2001 as the Zephyr 2000, renamed ATEC 122 Zephyr in 2007; production ended in 2021
Aircraft data: the manufacturer, ATEC v.o.s. →
What we do on the Zephyr
Under the manufacturer's authorization (PDF, in Czech) we carry out on ATEC aircraft:
- routine and advanced maintenance and inspections per the manufacturer's documentation
- airframe and systems repairs
- implementation of the manufacturer's service bulletins
- avionics installation and integration
- a check flight after major maintenance or repair
- spare parts, including for owners outside the Czech Republic
Our technicians know the Zephyr's mixed construction — wood, composite and fabric — from ATEC production, where they used to build these aircraft.
Manufacturer service bulletins for the Zephyr
The manufacturer has issued these bulletins for the Zephyr. During service we check which apply to your aircraft and carry them out.
| Bulletin | Subject |
|---|---|
| SB01/2025 | inspection of the horizontal tail fitting on all aircraft with a T-tail |
| SB02/2016 | check of the wing coating condition (Zephyr) |
| SB01/2016 | airbox check on aircraft delivered to Denmark (built 2005–2010) |
| 3/2010 | tightening of the brake disc screws |
| 1/2007 | horizontal tail attachment (Zephyr) |
| 2/2007 | wing bolt check (Zephyr) |
Full bulletins: atecaircraft.eu — Download →
Zephyr owners outside the Czech Republic
You can fly in to Milovice (LKMILO), bring the aircraft disassembled, or we can arrange service at your airfield. We send spare parts anywhere in Europe and advise on maintenance and documentation by phone or e-mail. Owners we already support include those from Germany, Slovakia, Austria, Poland, France, Slovenia and Finland.
Zephyr FAQ
Who services ATEC 122 Zephyr aircraft?
Čekan servis, a service centre authorized by the manufacturer ATEC v.o.s. (authorization dated 1 September 2025), at Milovice airfield (LKMILO) in the Czech Republic. We service Zephyrs from the Czech Republic and from across Europe.
Does the manufacturer service ATEC aircraft itself?
No. The manufacturer, ATEC v.o.s., builds aircraft and does not provide service. ATEC aircraft are serviced by Čekan servis under the manufacturer's authorization dated 1 September 2025.
Do you also service the older Zephyr 2000?
Yes. Zephyr 2000 is the original trade name; since 2007 the manufacturer has called the aircraft the ATEC 122 Zephyr. We service both.
Can I still get Zephyr spare parts now that it is out of production?
Yes. The manufacturer ended Zephyr production in 2021. We supply Zephyr spare parts, including to owners outside the Czech Republic.
Do I have to fly my Zephyr to Milovice?
No. You can fly in, bring the aircraft disassembled, or we can arrange service at your airfield.
Book a service. Call, e-mail or send an inquiry. Please include the aircraft type, registration and the work required.
+420 608 709 134 · servis@cekan.cz · Send an inquiry
Workshop: Mon–Fri 6:30–15:00 · by prior phone arrangement
Phone: Mon–Fri 9:00–19:00