Ela Aviation ELA-07 Aircraft under $500,000

The ELA 07 is a side-by-side two-seat gyroplane (autogyro) — flying on a freely autorotating rotor with Rotax pusher power. Fun, relatively wind-tolerant and good value, it is a popular choice in the growing gyroplane segment for sport flying and training, offering an open-air rotorcraft experience that is distinct from both fixed-wing and helicopter flying.

Ela Aviation ELA-07 aircraft for sale

1 used Ela Aviation ELA-07 aircraft for sale under $500,000 · 2-seat · Reference price ~$65,000 ($40,000–$110,000) · updated 2026-06-29

Ela Aviation ELA-07 Specifications

Model spec

The Ela Aviation ELA-07 is a 2-seat gyrocopter with a cruise speed of 85 kt (157 km/h), a range of 250 nm (463 km), and a useful load of 450 lbs (204 kg).

Performance
Cruise85 kt (157 km/h)
Range250 nm (463 km)
Service Ceiling10,000 ft (3,048 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower100 HP
Fuel Burn5.0 GPH (19 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats2
Useful Load450 lbs (204 kg)

Ela Aviation ELA-07 for Sale

Ela Aviation ELA-07 asking prices range from $40,134 to $40,134, with a median of $40,134 (market reference $65,000).

$40,134 ↓ -$823
For Sale
Reg# N38SM US
Location France
Via Bernard
Listed 2mo ago

Compare Ela Aviation ELA-07

See how the Ela Aviation ELA-07 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.

Ela Aviation ELA-07 Price & Cost

How much does a Ela Aviation ELA-07 cost? Used ELA-07 prices: from $40K; market reference $65K, across 1 priced of 1 active listings.

Ela Aviation ELA-07 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.

Ela Aviation ELA-07 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 a Used Ela Aviation ELA-07

Buying a Ela Aviation ELA-07 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Rotor system — rotor blade condition/hours and rotor-head/teeter condition (key gyro item).
  • Engine — Rotax pusher hours, condition and maintenance.
  • Pre-rotator & controls — pre-rotator function, controls and instruments.
  • Category & limitations — gyroplane/microlight status in the country of registration.
  • Documentation — complete logs and maintenance records.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ela Aviation ELA-07

Cost?
From $40,134 to $40,134, median $40,134 across 1 listings.
What is a gyroplane?
A rotorcraft that flies on an unpowered, autorotating rotor with engine thrust
ELA 07 vs ELA 10?
The ELA 07 is the side-by-side sport gyro; the ELA 10 Eclipse adds an enclosed

Ela Aviation ELA-07 Inventory by Country

Ireland1

Ela Aviation ELA-07 by Price

Under $100k1
Under $200k1
Under $300k1
Under $500k1

Ela Aviation ELA-07 by Decade

2000s1

Ela Aviation ELA-07 Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Ela Aviation ELA-07. 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.
Listings last refreshed 2026-06-29 · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data