1980 Enstrom 280C SHARK
Piston Helicopters
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRGARMIN GTN 650 and EASA VFR certified classic avionics ADS-B Equipped Artificial Horizon ELT
Description
Enstrom 280C Shark. Engine: LYCOMING HIO-360-E1BD, 205 PS, Time: 1960 h. Location: Slovenia, Orehova vas, Maribor Edvard Rusjan Airport, IATA: MBX, ICAO: LJMB
Avionics: Garmin GTN 650 and EASA VFR certified classic avionics
Engine details: 219 hours since overhaul Rotor notes: Main rotor blades 230 hours since new. MR head upgraded with TT straps, new dampersn (150 hours since new) Main Rotor Hub Time Remaining: 981 Main Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining: 358.4 Tail Rotor Blade Time Remaining: 1,697.7 Tail Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining: 981
Exterior: Airframe completely overhauled in 2020, airframe checked for cracks and repainted As new, in very good condition, helicopter in hangar
Interior: Interior updated 2019 Training pilot + instructor (dual control) or 1 crew + 2 passengers Completely refurbished, blue/beige leather on seats, black leather on controls and cockpit
Equipment: New tyres on wheels
Other remarks: Classic and trustworthy AeroShark
Engine
LYCOMING HIO-360-E1BD, 205 PS, Time: 1960 h
Propeller
Main rotor blades 230 hours since new. MR head upgraded with TT straps, new dampersn (150 hours since new)
Interior
Year Interior 2019 Training pilot + instructor (dual control) or 1 crew + 2 passengers Completely refurbished, blue/beige leather on seats, black leather on controls and cockpit
Exterior
Year Painted 2019. As new, in very good condition, helicopter in hangar
Modifications / STCs
• New tyres on wheels
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Egmont Aviation d.o.o.
controller.com
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$133,000
$133,342
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Maribor, Slovenia | Mar 25, 2026 | 115 days | Active |
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About This Enstrom 280C SHARK
This 1980 Enstrom 280C SHARK (S5-HCU) is a 3-seat piston helicopters with 1,959 hours on the airframe. There are currently 4 280C SHARK aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $131,870 to $165,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $133,000.
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. With 1,959 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
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 registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (S5-HCU) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Maribor, Slovenia
SI
Seller reportedTitle Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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