JMB VL3 Aircraft
The JMB VL3 is one of the fastest two-seat ultralight/LSA aircraft made — an all-composite, low-wing retractable with the turbocharged Rotax 915iS that combines remarkable cruise speed with low fuel burn. Engine variants (912iS, 914, 915iS and the Evolution) tune performance, and the clean composite airframe and retractable gear make it the speed-and-efficiency benchmark of its class.
41 used JMB VL3 aircraft for sale · 2-seat · Reference price ~$210,000 ($140,000–$320,000) · updated 2 hours ago
JMB VL3 Specifications
Model specThe JMB VL3 is a 2-seat light sport with a cruise speed of 150–170 kt (278–315 km/h), a range of 900–1,080 nm (1,667–2,000 km), and a useful load of 550 lbs (249 kg).
JMB VL3 for Sale
Browse all listings →JMB VL3 asking prices range from $142,824 to $429,900, with a median of $248,653 (market reference $210,000).
JMB VL3 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VL3 912IS | 2014–now | 2 | 151 kts (280 km/h) | 1,080 nm (2,000 km) | 550 lbs (249 kg) | — | Performance-oriented modern light aircraft for buyers wanting efficient composite touring with confirmed category and support path. | 3 |
| VL3 916IS | 2018–now | 2 | 170 kts (315 km/h) | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 550 lbs (249 kg) | — | — | 2 |
Compare JMB VL3
See how the JMB VL3 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
JMB VL3 Price & Cost
How much does a JMB VL3 cost? Used VL3 prices: $142K – $429K, average $262K (median $248K); market reference $210K, across 29 priced of 41 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.
JMB VL3 Value by Model Year
Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.
Lowest around $153,107 (2016 models) · highest around $346,500 (2022). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used JMB VL3
Buying a JMB VL3 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — JMB VL3
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JMB VL3 Inventory by Country
| Australia | 1 |
JMB VL3 by Price
| Under $200k | 6 |
| Under $300k | 20 |
| Under $500k | 29 |
Recently Sold JMB VL3
| 2024 VL3 | $365,000 |
JMB VL3 Safety Record
No NTSB events on record for the JMB VL3. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database