Comco Ikarus C42 Aircraft 2000s

2000s piston singles are the modern-era fleet — Cirrus SR22 with CAPS parachute became the volume high-performance single, Cessna restored Skyhawk/Skylane production with Garmin G1000 glass cockpits, Diamond DA40 entered the modern composite-single segment. Most 2000s aircraft have factory or retrofit Garmin glass, ADS-B Out compliance, and mid-life engine status. Lowest pre-buy discovery risk in the broader piston-single market.

The Comco Ikarus C42 is one of Europe's most popular high-wing microlight/LSA two-seaters — a rugged, simple, forgiving aircraft with excellent visibility, Rotax 912 power and low operating costs that has become a mainstay of flight schools and clubs. Easy to fly and inexpensive to run, the C42 is a practical trainer and tourer with a huge support base.

Comco Ikarus C42 aircraft for sale

1 used Comco Ikarus C42 aircraft for sale 2000s · 2-seat · Reference price ~$65,000 ($40,000–$110,000) · updated 19 hours ago

Comco Ikarus C42 Specifications

Model spec

The Comco Ikarus C42 is a 2-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 95 kt (176 km/h), a range of 400 nm (741 km), and a useful load of 520 lbs (236 kg).

Performance
Cruise95 kt (176 km/h)
Range400 nm (741 km)
Service Ceiling14,000 ft (4,267 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower100 HP
Fuel Burn5.0 GPH (19 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats2
Useful Load520 lbs (236 kg)

Comco Ikarus C42 for Sale

Comco Ikarus C42 asking prices range from $51,592 to $51,592, with a median of $51,592 (market reference $65,000).

2002 Comco Ikarus C42

2002 Comco Ikarus C42 for sale within typical asking range
$51,592 ↓ -$229
For Sale
Total Time 297
Reg# G-FLYB UK
Location East of England, United Kingdom
Via AFORS
Listed 20d ago

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Comco Ikarus C42 Price & Cost

How much does a Comco Ikarus C42 cost? Used C42 prices: from $51K; market reference $65K, across 1 priced of 1 active listings.

Comco Ikarus C42 Price Guide

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.

Comco Ikarus C42 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (5.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$3,100/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.
Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Comco Ikarus C42

Buying a Comco Ikarus C42 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Variant — C42 / C42B / C42C; verify which and equipment.
  • Rotax 912 — hours, TBO and rubber-replacement.
  • Airframe — covering/fabric condition and steel-tube corrosion inspection.
  • Trainer history — total hours and hard use (many ex-school).
  • Category — microlight vs LSA; verify privileges and any ADS-B requirement.

Frequently Asked Questions — Comco Ikarus C42

Cost?
From $51,592 to $51,592, median $51,592 across 1 listings.
Why a C42?
Rugged, forgiving, cheap to run and hugely supported — one of the best-value high-wing

Comco Ikarus C42 Inventory by Country

United Kingdom4

Recently Sold Comco Ikarus C42

C42$47,031

Comco Ikarus C42 Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Comco Ikarus C42. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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