2022 Pipistrel Explorer for sale

2022 Pipistrel Explorer

Light Sport

FOR SALE
$214,494
Location Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland
Total Time 174 hrs
Engine SMOH 245 hrs
Seats 2
Serial # VSW121A0111
Reg # D-EVIW Germany
Cruise 133 kts (246 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

VFR
Garmin GB3X PFD and MFD Garmin GNC355A COM 1 / GPS Garmin GNC255A COM 2 / NAV Garmin GMA245R Audio Panel Garmin Autopilot with GMC507 Controller Garmin GTX345 Mode S / ADSB Tranponder Artex ELT345 Garrecht AT-1 FLARM Traffic Detection System CM-24L Magnetic Compass Garmin GEA24EIS Engine Interface

Description

Pipistrel Explorer 121A Line new! Ultralilght Category Empty Weight: 374.6 Kg May Payload with Full Fuel: 153.4 Kg Full Fuel Weigfht: 72 Kg Specifications subject to verification by purchaser Airframe: Airframe Serial Number VSW121A0111 Privately owned Always hangared when not flown In excellent condition Certified for "intentional spinning" Ideal for UPRT Night VFR approved 100 liters long range tanks Garmin G3X Suite, Autopilot and Balistic Recovery System ARC Valid through March 24, 2026 Engines: SHOT: 245 Engine type: Rotax 912 S3 TT: 245 Hours Engine Check after Propeller Strike occurred during taxi, completed June 30, 2025 Props: Propeller type: MTV-33-1-A/170-200 compsite blades TT: 15.5 Hours Installed new on 30/06/2025 at aircraft 158.5 Hours TBO: 1000 hours / 72 Months

Engine

Engine type: Rotax 912 S3 TT: 245 Hours Engine Check after Propeller Strike occurred during taxi, completed June 30, 2025

Propeller

Propeller type: MTV-33-1-A/170-200 compsite blades TT: 15.5 Hours Installed new on 30/06/2025 at aircraft 158.5 Hours TBO: 1000 hours / 72 Months

Interior

2022 Light Gray and Black Leather Condition 10/10

Exterior

2022 White with Blue and Dark Gray Accents Condition 10/10

Inspection

ARC Valid through March 24, 2026

Modifications / STCs

GRS 6/600 Balistic Parachute

Wheel Pants

Possibility to install a towing hook (Currently not installed and not included in the sale)

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

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Aeromeccanica
controller.com
$214,494
$217,427

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Pipistrel Explorer

This 2022 Pipistrel Explorer (D-EVIW) is a 2-seat light sport with 174 hours on the airframe. There are currently 6 Explorer aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $164,965 to $240,053. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $214,494.

The Explorer cruises at 133 kts (246 km/h) with a range of 625 nm (1,158 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 15,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 5 GPH (19 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $31/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: 174 hours
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Pipistrel Explorer — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
2
Cruise Speed
133 kts (246 km/h)
Range
625 nm (1,158 km)
Ceiling
15,000 ft (4,572 m)
Max Weight
1,323 lbs (600 kg)
Useful Load
550 lbs (249 kg)
Horsepower
100 HP
Fuel Burn
5 GPH (19 L/h)

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPISTREL EXPLORER

Fuel Burn
5.0 GPH
~$32/hr

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

Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (D-EVIW) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland

CH

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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.

We'll check D-EVIW against the NTSB accident database.

Price History

38 price events · sources: aircraftdealer.com, globalplanesearch.com, avpay.aero, controller.com, controlleremea.co.uk, aviationtrader.com.au, planecheck.com, aeromarkt.net

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