Arion Lightning Aircraft under $300,000
The Arion Lightning LS-1 is a sleek, composite, side-by-side two-seater offered as both a light-sport aircraft and an experimental kit. With clean aerodynamics, efficient cruise and a comfortable cabin, it is a good-value sport and touring two-seater — a refined composite design that has built a loyal following.
2 used Arion Lightning aircraft for sale under $300,000 · 2-seat · Reference price ~$110,000 ($70,000–$170,000) · updated 1 hour ago
Arion Lightning Specifications
Model specThe Arion Lightning is a 2-seat experimental with a cruise speed of 150 kt (278 km/h), a range of 700 nm (1,296 km), and a useful load of 550 lbs (249 kg).
Arion Lightning for Sale
Arion Lightning asking prices range from $78,000 to $215,000, with a median of $146,500 (market reference $110,000).
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Arion Lightning Price & Cost
How much does a Arion Lightning cost? Used Lightning prices: $78K – $215K, average $146K (median $146K); market reference $110K, across 2 priced of 2 active listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Arion Lightning
Buying a Arion Lightning comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — Arion Lightning
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Arion Lightning Safety Record
Across all Lightning variants, 2 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2012–2022. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
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Total Events
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Incidents
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Serious
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Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2022 | Indiana, PA | Serious | The airplane pilot’s inadvertent encounter with rotor wash/turbulence during short final approach, which resulted in a l… |
| Oct 11, 2012 | Chuckey, TN | Serious | The pilot’s inadequate preflight planning, which resulted in an attempted takeoff at a high gross weight, near the limit… |
NTSB records 2012–2022. Includes all Arion Lightning variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.