2026 ENSTROM 280FX
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Overview
| Make / Model | Enstrom 280FX |
|---|---|
| Type | Helicopter |
| Airframe time | — |
Description
Now taking orders for NEW Enstrom 280FX Helicopters. A History of Safety Our engineers and designers have been on the forefront of safety and innovation since the first helicopter came off our assembly line. And ever since we’ve been perfecting the many safety features on board every helicopter, resulting in Enstrom being named one of the safest aircraft for nearly three decades.
Modifications
Made for Your Mission Built with class-leading safety standards and renowned for agility, flexibility, and performance, Enstrom helicopters are trusted worldwide for a variety of applications. Military & Government Operations First Response & Law Enforcement Commercial & Agricultural Private Flight, Training & More
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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General
| Year | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ENSTROM |
| Model | 280FX |
| Serial Number | TBD |
| Registration # | TBD |
| Condition | New |
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Made for Your Mission Built with class-leading safety standards and renowned for agility, flexibility, and performance, Enstrom helicopters are trusted worldwide for a variety of applications. Military & Government Operations First Response & Law Enforcement Commercial & Agricultural Private Flight, Training & More |
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