Glasair III Aircraft in United States
United States is the world's largest GA market with the highest concentration of aircraft, dealers, MRO facilities and flight infrastructure. FAA certification standards, N-registration. Most TBM/PC-12/Cirrus production aircraft sold in the US used market are N-registered with full FAA documentation.
The Glasair III is the high-performance flagship of the Glasair line — a sleek, composite, retractable-gear two-seater capable of genuinely fast cross-country cruise. A refined amateur-built design with strong performance and build quality, it appeals to owners who want speed and efficiency in a composite two-seater.
3 used Glasair III aircraft for sale in United States · 2-seat · Reference price ~$180,000 ($110,000–$300,000) · updated 19 hours ago
Glasair III Specifications
Model specThe Glasair III is a 2-seat experimental with a cruise speed of 190–250 kt (352–463 km/h), a range of 900–1,100 nm (1,667–2,037 km), and a useful load of 650–700 lbs (295–318 kg).
Glasair III for Sale
Glasair III asking prices range from $205,000 to $349,000, with a median of $277,000 (market reference $180,000).
Glasair III Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLASAIR III | — | 2 | 250 kts (463 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 650 lbs (295 kg) | — | — | 1 |
Compare Glasair III
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Glasair III Price & Cost
How much does a Glasair III cost? Used III prices: $205K – $349K, average $277K (median $277K); market reference $180K, across 2 priced of 3 active listings.
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.
Buying a Used Glasair III
Buying a Glasair III comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — Glasair III
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Glasair III Inventory by Country
| Australia | 2 |
| United States | 2 |
Glasair III by Price
| Under $300k | 2 |
| Under $500k | 3 |
Glasair III Safety Record
Across all III variants, 2 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2020–2020. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
2
Total Events
0
Incidents
1
Serious
1
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2020 | Hayward, CA | Serious | A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation because of a clogged fuel filter. Contributing to the accident was t… |
| Oct 20, 2020 | Ford Heights, IL | Fatal (1) | The loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. |
NTSB records 2020–2020. Includes all Glasair III variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.