1990 Glasair III for sale

1990 Glasair III

Experimental / Homebuilt

FOR SALE
$205,000
Location Daytona Beach, FL
Total Time 1,660 hrs
Engine SMOH 285 hrs
Seats 2
Serial # 3140
Reg # N789PB
Cruise 190 kts (352 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

One of the most well equipped Glasair IIIs out there! Over $270,000 spent. IO540 8.7:1 with GAMI. Belt driven AC system, usable on T/O. Dual Dynon HDX v4 10" displays and dual ADHRS, Garmin GTN-750xi with FlightStream card, Dynon AP, Mtn High Oxygen system with 48 Cu.Ft. bottle, Garmin Comm and audio panel. Annual done 9/25. New brakes, overhauled actuator seals. Long wingtips installed. 76 gal fuel, 285 SMOH/New Prop, 1660 ACTT. Transition training and delivery available, CFI with 2k hours in type. Kit # 3140. Hangered at KDAB, Daytona FL.

Engine

IO-540 with GAMI injectors

Inspection

Annual done 9/25. New brakes, overhauled actuator

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison

Source Price Action
Robert Zajko
trade-a-plane.com
$205,000
$215,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Glasair III

This 1990 Glasair III (N789PB) is a 2-seat experimental / homebuilt with 1,660 hours on the airframe. There are currently 6 III aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $33,161 to $33,161. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $205,000.

The III cruises at 190 kts (352 km/h) with a range of 1,100 nm (2,037 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 25,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14 GPH (53 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $87/hr in fuel alone.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 1,660 hours
Budget $210 for pre-purchase inspection

Glasair III — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
2
Cruise Speed
190 kts (352 km/h)
Range
1,100 nm (2,037 km)
Ceiling
25,000 ft (7,620 m)
Max Weight
2,400 lbs (1,089 kg)
Useful Load
700 lbs (318 kg)
Horsepower
300 HP
Fuel Burn
14 GPH (53 L/h)

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

GLASAIR III

Fuel Burn
14.0 GPH
~$91/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the GLASAIR III. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N789PB.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Daytona Beach, FL

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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 safety data coming soon.

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Price History

2 price events · sources: trade-a-plane.com

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