Enstrom 280C Shark for sale

Enstrom 280C Shark

Piston Helicopters

FOR SALE
$131,870below typical asking range
Total Time 1,959 hrs
Engine SMOH 5 hrs
Seats 3
Engine Lycoming HIO-360-F1AD
Cruise 95 kts (176 km/h)
ICAO Type EN28
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

GARMIN GTN 650 and EASA VFR certified classic avionics ADS-B Equipped Artificial Horizon ELT Additional Equipment Dual Controls Heater Rotor Main rotor blades 230 hours since new MR head upgraded with TT straps new dampers (150 hours since new) Main Rotor Hub Time Remaining 981 Main Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining 358.4 Tail Rotor Blade Time Remaining 1697.7 Tail Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining 981 Inter i or Configuration – Passenger Number of Seats- 2/3 Training pilot + instructor (dual control) or 1 crew + 2 passengers Completely refurbished blue/beige leather on seats black leather on controls and cockpit Year Interior 2019 Exterior Year Painted 2019. As new in very good condition helicopter in hangar

Description

Engine LYCOMING HIO-360-E1BD Serial Number L-21296-51L 205 HP Engine Time 1,959.5 SNEW Engine TBO 1,281 219 hours since overhaul Avionics GARMIN GTN 650 and EASA VFR certified classic avionics ADS-B Equipped Artificial Horizon ELT Additional Equipment Dual Controls Heater Rotor Main rotor blades 230 hours since new MR head upgraded with TT straps, new dampers (150 hours since new) Main Rotor Hub Time Remaining 981 Main Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining 358.4 Tail Rotor Blade Time Remaining 1697.7 Tail Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining 981 Inter i or Configuration – Passenger Number of Seats- 2/3 Training pilot + instructor (dual control) or 1 crew + 2 passengers Completely refurbished, blue/beige leather on seats, black leather on controls and cockpit Year Interior 2019 Exterior Year Painted 2019. As new, in very good condition, helicopter in hangar

Engine

LYCOMING HIO-360-E1BD Serial Number L-21296-51L 205 HP Engine Time 1,959.5 SNEW Engine TBO 1,281 219 hours since overhaul Avionics GARMIN GTN 650 and EASA VFR certified classic avionics ADS-B Equipped Artificial Horizon ELT Additional Equipment Dual Controls Heater Rotor Main rotor blades 230 hours since new MR head upgraded with TT straps, new dampers (150 hours since new) Main Rotor Hub Time Remaining 981 Main Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining 358.4 Tail Rotor Blade Time Remaining 1697.7 Tail Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining 981 Inter i or Configuration – Passenger Number of Seats- 2/3 Training pilot + instructor (dual control) or 1 crew + 2 passengers Completely refurbished, blue/beige leather on seats, black leather on controls and cockpit Year Interior 2019 Exterior Year Painted 2019. As new, in very good condition, helicopter in hangar

Exterior

Year Painted 2019. As new, in very good condition, helicopter in hangar

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

Price Comparison

Source Price Action
Aljaž Ferjančič
avpay.aero
$131,870

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Enstrom 280C Shark

This Enstrom 280C Shark 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 $131,870.

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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 1,959 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,500 hrs)
Budget $225 for pre-purchase inspection

Enstrom 280C Shark — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
3
Cruise Speed
95 kts (176 km/h)
Range
260 nm (482 km)
Ceiling
12,000 ft (3,658 m)
Max Weight
2,600 lbs (1,179 kg)
Useful Load
930 lbs (422 kg)
Horsepower
225 HP
Fuel Burn
15 GPH (57 L/h)
TBO
1,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

ENSTROM 280FX

Fuel Burn
15.0 GPH
~$98/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the ENSTROM 280FX. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registration number not available.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Location not available

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.

Price History

8 price events · sources: avpay.aero

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $138,042–$187,500.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

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