Gippsaero GA8 Airvan Aircraft 2010s

2010s piston singles are the current modern fleet — Cirrus SR22 with Perspective+ Garmin avionics, Cessna 172/182/206 with G1000 NXi, Diamond DA40 NG with G1000 NXi, Piper M350 (former Malibu), Mooney M20U Ovation Ultra (production restart attempt). Factory glass cockpits universal, full ADS-B Out compliance, relatively young airframes. Highest acquisition cost in piston-single class but lowest pre-buy discovery risk.

The GippsAero GA8 Airvan is a rugged, boxy, high-wing utility single built to haul people and cargo in and out of short, rough strips. With a strong airframe, big cabin, large doors and Lycoming (or turbocharged GA8-TC) power, it is a practical workhorse for cargo, skydiving, survey and backcountry operations — chosen for utility and toughness rather than speed.

Gippsaero GA8 Airvan aircraft for sale

3 used Gippsaero GA8 Airvan aircraft for sale 2010s · 8-seat · Reference price ~$550,000 ($350,000–$850,000) · updated 21 hours ago

Gippsaero GA8 Airvan Specifications

Model spec

The Gippsaero GA8 Airvan is a 8-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 120 kt (222 km/h), a range of 730 nm (1,352 km), and a useful load of 1,600 lbs (726 kg).

Performance
Cruise120 kt (222 km/h)
Range730 nm (1,352 km)
Service Ceiling20,000 ft (6,096 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower300 HP
Fuel Burn16.0 GPH (61 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats8
Max Gross Weight3,999 lbs (1,814 kg)
Useful Load1,600 lbs (726 kg)

Gippsaero GA8 Airvan for Sale

Gippsaero GA8 Airvan asking prices range from $700,000 to $700,000, with a median of $700,000 (market reference $550,000).

2012 Gippsaero GA8 Airvan

2012 Gippsaero GA8 Airvan for sale
$700,000
For Sale
Reg# N754SE US
Location Houston, TX
Via Patrick Mcashlan
Listed 2mo ago

2015 Gippsaero GA8 Airvan

2015 Gippsaero GA8 Airvan for sale
$700,000
For Sale
Total Time 4,200
Reg# N753SE US
Location Houston, TX
Via Patrick Mcashlan
Listed 2mo ago

2010 Gippsaero Gippsland GA-8 Airvan Turbo

2010 Gippsaero Gippsland GA-8 Airvan Turbo for sale
Contact for Price
On Request
Reg# F-GTNM France
Location Soca, France
Via Gaspard Delamain
Multiple sources

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Gippsaero GA8 Airvan Price & Cost

How much does a Gippsaero GA8 Airvan cost? Used GA8 Airvan prices: from $700K, average $700K (median $700K); market reference $550K, across 2 priced of 3 active listings.

Gippsaero GA8 Airvan 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.

Gippsaero GA8 Airvan Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (16.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$9,920/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 Gippsaero GA8 Airvan

Buying a Gippsaero GA8 Airvan comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Engine — Lycoming IO-540 (or turbo GA8-TC) hours, overhaul and condition.
  • Usage & cycles — utility/skydive/survey histories; inspect cycles, wear and role equipment.
  • Airframe & corrosion — rugged STOL structure; corrosion and structural inspection.
  • Configuration — passenger/cargo/skydive fit and doors.
  • Documentation — complete maintenance and usage records.

Frequently Asked Questions — Gippsaero GA8 Airvan

Cost?
From $700,000 to $700,000, median $700,000 across 3 listings.
What is the GA8 best at?
Rugged, short-field utility work — cargo, skydiving, survey and backcountry
GA8 vs GA10?
The GA8 Airvan is the piston (or turbo GA8-TC) utility single; the GA10 is the

Gippsaero GA8 Airvan Inventory by Country

United States2
Australia1

Gippsaero GA8 Airvan Inventory by State

Texas2

Gippsaero GA8 Airvan by Price

Under $500k1

Gippsaero GA8 Airvan Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Gippsaero GA8 Airvan. 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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