Gardan GY-20 Minicab Aircraft in United States

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The Gardan GY-20 Minicab is a small, charming French wooden side-by-side two-seater — a classic Yves Gardan design built largely in traditional wood. Economical and characterful, with a loyal European following, it offers simple, pleasant light flying for the enthusiast who appreciates wooden construction and will give a wooden airframe the careful inspection it requires.

Gardan GY-20 Minicab aircraft for sale

1 used Gardan GY-20 Minicab aircraft for sale in United States · 2-seat · Reference price ~$35,000 ($20,000–$65,000) · updated 6 days ago

Gardan GY-20 Minicab Specifications

Model spec

The Gardan GY-20 Minicab is a 2-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 90 kt (167 km/h), a range of 350 nm (648 km), and a useful load of 500 lbs (227 kg).

Performance
Cruise90 kt (167 km/h)
Range350 nm (648 km)
Service Ceiling13,000 ft (3,962 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower65 HP
Fuel Burn4.5 GPH (17 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats2
Useful Load500 lbs (227 kg)

Gardan GY-20 Minicab for Sale

2009 Gardan GY-20 Minicab

2009 Gardan GY-20 Minicab for sale
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Total Time 492
Reg# N951JT US
Listed 2mo ago

2009 Gardan GY-20 Minicab

2009 Gardan GY-20 Minicab for sale
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Total Time 1,295
Reg# N951TJ US
Location Cisco, TX
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Listed 2mo ago

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Gardan GY-20 Minicab Price & Cost

Gardan GY-20 Minicab 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.

Gardan GY-20 Minicab Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (4.5 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$2,790/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 Gardan GY-20 Minicab

Buying a Gardan GY-20 Minicab comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Wood structure — condition of wood, glue joints, fabric and finish (critical; expert assessment).
  • Build quality — plans/amateur-built workmanship and inspection history (paramount).
  • Engine — small fitted engine type, hours and support.
  • Category — experimental/amateur-built privileges and limitations.
  • Documentation — build records, weight & balance and complete logs.

Frequently Asked Questions — Gardan GY-20 Minicab

Cost?
From — to —, median — across 1 listings — economical classic light flying.
What is the Minicab best at?
Economical, charming traditional light flying — a small, characterful
What needs the closest inspection?
The wood structure — wood condition, glue joints, fabric and finish

Gardan GY-20 Minicab Inventory by Country

United States2

Gardan GY-20 Minicab by Decade

2000s2

Gardan GY-20 Minicab Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Gardan GY-20 Minicab. 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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