1989 Enstrom 280FX
Piston Helicopters
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
1220TTAE,200SOH,200 since full refurbish 2019,all components very low time. Last annual Oct 2025:new battery spark plugs.Full gyro panel.Mode C transponder,VHF COM,Garmin Area 660,406 ELT,Insight G2 color engine monitor, strobes, USB charger.External pwr adapter.Dual cntrls.Sits 3.Luggage compartment.Flies really well.Provision for floats hook.You won t find a better 280FX for that price.Cheapest helicopter to fly:low maintenance,high availability and reliability.Includes Enstrom tools,tow cart,accessories.Delivery available.Price: 215 000 US$ including TT straps due end of August.
Engine
Lycoming HIO-360-F1AD, 1,159 hours since new Avionics King KY96A Comm, King KT76A Transponder, Garmin 295 GPS, Sigtronics SPA-400 TSO Intercom, Insight Graphic Engine Monitor, Adanac 3000 Digital Clock, ACK Technologies 406 ELT Additional Equipment Dual Controls, Ground Handling Wheels, Landing Light, Tail Strobes and Navigation Lights, Belly Strobe Interior White leather seating, Black carpet Exterior All over blue Maintenance Due for transmission overhaul
Interior
White leather seating, Black carpet Exterior All over blue Maintenance Due for transmission overhaul
Exterior
All over blue Maintenance Due for transmission overhaul
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Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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TransGlobal Aviation
aircraftdealer.com
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$195,000
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Greenville, SC | Mar 15, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
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Martin Weening
avpay.aero
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$195,000
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Canada | Jul 17, 2026 | 0 days | Active | |
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Jean Beauregard
barnstormers.com
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$215,000
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Ottawa, ON K1s4k9 | Mar 17, 2026 | 122 days | Active | |
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Martin Weening
globalplanesearch.com
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$165,000
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ON, Ontario | Mar 17, 2026 | 122 days | Active | |
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White Leather Seating
globalplanesearch.com
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$195,000
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ON, Ontario | Mar 17, 2026 | 122 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Enstrom 280FX
This 1989 Enstrom 280FX (C-GMBD) is a 3-seat piston helicopters with 1,159 hours on the airframe. There are currently 3 280FX aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $195,000 to $545,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $195,000.
The 280FX 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 1,159 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 341 hours remaining to engine TBO .
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 5 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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Enstrom 280FX — 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 (C-GMBD) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB database checked for C-GMBD.
Note: NTSB covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers). This aircraft is registered in a non-US country (C-GMBD). Safety records from the national aviation authority may not be included in our database.
Airworthiness Directives — Enstrom 280FX
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 5 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
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View full AD →Enstrom Helicopter Corporation Model F-28, F-28A, F-28C, F-28F, 280, 280C, 280F and 280FX Helicopters
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $277,464–$376,875.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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