Gippsaero GA8 Airvan Aircraft under $500,000

Under $500k for a piston single is the high-end price band — typically modern composite singles (Cirrus SR22/SR22T from mid-2000s+), late-model Bonanza or Mooney with full glass, low-time airframes with current engine status and full mandate compliance. Highest acquisition cost in piston class but lowest pre-buy discovery risk.

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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.

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1 used Gippsaero GA8 Airvan aircraft for sale under $500,000 · 8-seat · Reference price ~$550,000 ($350,000–$850,000) · updated yesterday

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).

Gippsaero GA8 Airvan asking prices range from $435,032 to $435,032, with a median of $435,032 (market reference $550,000).

2008 Gippsaero GA8 Airvan

$435,032

For Sale

Total Time 4,115

Reg# VH-YBA Australia

Location Albion Park Rail, New South Wales, Australia

Via Airflite Pty Ltd

Multiple sources

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