Jabiru J230 Aircraft
The Jabiru J230 is a roomy, composite high-wing two-seater — the longer-range, higher-gross member of Jabiru's two-seat line. Economical to run on its Jabiru engine, practical and comfortable, it is a popular trainer and tourer available both factory-built (LSA) and as a kit, with a strong following in many markets.
3 used Jabiru J230 aircraft for sale · 2-seat · Reference price ~$85,000 ($55,000–$140,000) · updated 4 days ago
Jabiru J230 Specifications
Model specThe Jabiru J230 is a 2-seat light sport with a cruise speed of 120 kt (222 km/h), a range of 650 nm (1,204 km), and a useful load of 600 lbs (272 kg).
Jabiru J230 for Sale
Jabiru J230 asking prices range from $60,115 to $125,000, with a median of $62,500 (market reference $85,000).
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Jabiru J230 Price & Cost
How much does a Jabiru J230 cost? Used J230 prices: $60K – $125K, average $82K (median $62K); market reference $85K, across 3 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 Jabiru J230
Buying a Jabiru J230 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — Jabiru J230
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Jabiru J230 Inventory by Country
| Australia | 1 |
| United States | 1 |
Jabiru J230 by Price
| Under $100k | 1 |
| Under $200k | 2 |
| Under $300k | 2 |
| Under $500k | 2 |
Jabiru J230 Safety Record
Across all J230 variants, 3 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2009–2018. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
3
Total Events
3
Incidents
0
Serious
0
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 2018 | Center, TX | Incident | The pilot's improper preflight fuel planning, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a total loss of engine power. |
| Aug 18, 2009 | Reno, NV | Incident | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control throughout the takeoff roll. |
| May 24, 2009 | Delavan, WI | Incident | The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's lack of… |
NTSB records 2009–2018. Includes all Jabiru J230 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.