1978 Enstrom 280C SHARK
Piston Helicopters
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Awesome 280C that was completely overhauled and then sadly owner passed away before being able to fly the ship. 1,690 TT and less than 5 hours TT on all major components. Recently flew this helicopter and forgot how much fun the 280s are to zip around in! Ship is located in Fresno CA.
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jack Ferguson
trade-a-plane.com
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$165,000
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Fresno, CA | Apr 15, 2026 | 94 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Enstrom 280C SHARK
This 1978 Enstrom 280C SHARK (N1577E) is a 3-seat piston helicopters . There are currently 4 280C SHARK aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $131,870 to $165,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $165,000.
The 280C SHARK cruises at 95 kts (176 km/h) with a range of 260 nm (482 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 12,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 15 GPH (57 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $93/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Enstrom 280C SHARK — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N1577E.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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