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1989 Enstrom 280FXPiston Helicopter • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

This 1989 Enstrom 280FX, registered based in Ottawa, Canada, presents a low-time example of one of the most economical helicopters to fly and maintain. The airframe and engine have 1,220 hours total time, with the engine at 220 hours since major overhaul. The aircraft underwent a full refurbishment in 2019 and has flown just 200 hours since. The last annual inspection was completed in October 2025, which included the installation of a new battery and spark plugs. Both the main rotor gearbox and tail rotor gearbox have approximately 1,000 hours remaining before their next service interval.

The cockpit features a full gyro panel, dual...

Year
1989
Make
Enstrom
Series
280FX
Model
280FX

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Specifications

Category
Piston Helicopter
Intended Use
Training, Recreational
Flight Rules
VFR
Seats
3

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Total Time
1,220 hrs
Engine 1 Time
220 hrs (SMOH)
Inspection Status
Last annual Oct 2025

Avionics

Comms

VHF COM

GPS

Garmin Aera 660 - Area

EMS

Insight G2 - Color Engine Monitor

Transponder

Mode C Transponder

Additional Equipment

ELT

406 ELT

Strobes

USB Charger

External Power Adapter

Dual Controls

Provision for Floats

Provision for Floats & Hook

Cargo Hook

Provision for Floats & Hook

Engine & Propeller

Engine Type
Piston
Engine Count
1
Engine Model
HIO-360
Engine Power
205 HP

Asking Price

$215,000

Aircraft Location

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Listing Details

For Sale

Price History

Jun 13, 2026: $215,000(+$5,000) - barnstormers

May 9, 2026: $210,000 - barnstormers

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First Seen: May 9, 2026

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Asking Price

$215,000