Christavia was designed as a mission field workhorse. Design requirements were short takeoff and landing, small engine (low fuel consumption), low stall speed, good cruise speed and rate of climb, large cabin area, low maintenance and a high safety factor. It is a conventional high-wing monoplane that easily converts from wheels to floats or skis. Fuselage construction is conventional steel tube, wings are two-spar Sitka spruce. Both fuselage and wings are covered in Dacron and finished in dope. Engines can range from 50-150 HP. The Continental A65 is the most popular powerplant. Features include dual controls, complete instrument panel, landing lights, strobes, 12V electrical system, tandem seats and a large baggage area. The Christavia is easy to fly and the large cabin makes long flights comfortable.

Canadian taildragger utilizes conventional steel lube, wood and fabric structure. Fuel is figured in imperial gallons. First flew in 1983.