[1] Developed as a version of the Phoenix Industries B1Z ParaFlyer, the CV1 ParaFlyer was designed to comply with the US FAR 103 Ultralight Vehicles rules, including the category's maximum empty weight of 254 lb (115 kg).
The aircraft has a standard empty weight of 120 lb (54 kg).
It features a parachute-style wing that was available in two sizes, single-place accommodation, tricycle landing gear and a single 22 hp (16 kW) Zenoah G-25 engine in pusher configuration.
In flight steering is accomplished via handles that actuate the canopy brakes, creating roll and yaw.
[1] The aircraft can be folded down small enough to fit into the trunk of some cars or to be carried on a specially-designed bumper carrier.