Just Aircraft SuperSTOL vs Lockwood AIR CAM

The AirCam and Just SuperSTOL are open backcountry kits — the AirCam a twin-engine sightseeing/ photo platform, the SuperSTOL an extreme single-engine short-field machine.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle

Just Aircraft SuperSTOL
For sale now
3
Model years available
2013–2018
Lockwood AIR CAM
For sale now
6
Model years available
2000–2025

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Just Aircraft SuperSTOLLockwood AIR CAM
All events33
Serious00
Fatal02
Fatalities03
% Fatal0%67%
View full Just Aircraft SuperSTOL NTSB record →View full Lockwood AIR CAM NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Just Aircraft SuperSTOL Lockwood Air Cam
View 3 listings →
Median $180,000
 Lockwood AIR CAM
View 5 listings →
Median $154,950
Price Range $152,100 – $184,500 $47,250 – $243,750
Category Experimental Experimental
Model Specifications
Seats 2 2
Horsepower 180 HP 100 HP
Cruise Speed 85 kts (157 km/h) 80 kts (148 km/h)
Range 400 nm (741 km) 350 nm (648 km)
Service Ceiling 16,000 ft (4,877 m) 14,500 ft (4,420 m)
Useful Load 550 lbs (249 kg) 625 lbs (284 kg)
Fuel Burn 7.0 GPH (26 L/h) 10.0 GPH (38 L/h)
TBO — 2,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost — $15,000
Annual Fixed — $10,000
Hourly Variable — $100
Engines 1 x Piston 2 x Piston

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Just Aircraft SuperSTOL

Fuel$38/hr

Lockwood Air Cam

Fuel$55/hr
Variable$100/hr
Annual Fixed$10,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $30,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Just Aircraft SuperSTOL or Lockwood AIR CAM?

Bottom line: Choose the SuperSTOL for extreme STOL/backcountry landing performance; choose the AirCam for low-and-slow twin-engine sightseeing and photography. SuperSTOL = STOL; AirCam = twin/low-and-slow.

Pick the SuperSTOL if…

  • Faster cruise — 85 kts vs 80 kts.
  • Longer range — 400 nm vs 350 nm.

Pick the AIR CAM if…

  • Budget matters — from $47,250 vs $152,100, you save ~$104,850.
  • More inventory — 5 listings vs 3.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Just Aircraft SuperSTOL or Lockwood Air Cam?
It depends on your mission and budget. The SuperSTOL cruises at 85 kts with 400 nm range. The Air Cam cruises at 80 kts with 350 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Just Aircraft SuperSTOL: from $149,000. Lockwood Air Cam: from $30,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Just Aircraft SuperSTOL and Lockwood AIR CAM?
Cruise: 85 vs 80 kts. Range: 400 vs 350 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
AIR CAM: about $100/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
SuperSTOL: 2 seats / 550 lb useful load. AIR CAM: 2 seats / 625 lb useful load. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
AIR CAM: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$15,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data