Eclipse Aviation Corp EA500 Pre-Buy Checklist

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Full Cost Data

Purchase Price

$500K-$2.0M

Prebuy Items

ADs

Insurance

$11,812

per year (experienced)

Purchase Price by Year

1970-1979
$131K-$253K
1980-1989
$184K-$354K
1990-1999
$263K-$506K
2000-2009
$394K-$759K
2010-2019
$656K-$1.3M
2020-present
$1.3M-$2.5M

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Eclipse Aviation Corp EA500 cost?

Typical purchase price: $500K-$2.0M

What should I check before buying a Eclipse Aviation Corp EA500?

Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.

How much is insurance for a Eclipse Aviation Corp EA500?

Experienced pilots: $11,812-$14,438/year.

Are there any known issues with the Eclipse Aviation Corp EA500?

Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.

Cost Summary

Purchase$500K-$2.0M
Annual Fixed$27,012/yr
Hourly Variable$644.00/hr
5-Year Total$957K-$2.9M

Insurance Estimates

New PPL$16,875-$24,375
Experienced$11,812-$14,438

Engine

ModelP&W CANADA PW610F-A
Power950 HP
TBO5,000 hrs
Overhaul$360,000-$560,000

Disclaimer

This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.