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2026 JMB VL-3 RG
Starts from the median asking price of 10 comparable JMB Single-Engine Piston listings ($224,710), then adjusts for:
- Year +6 vs comparable listings +9.8%
- Airframe time -274 hr vs comps +0.5%
- Engine time -239 hr vs comps +1.9%
- Garmin GTN 650 (30% of comps) +7.8%
- No Autopilot (80% of comps have one) -1.4%
- ADS-B (30% of comps) +1.8%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | JMB VL-3 RG |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 6 hrs |
| Engine time | 6 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 650 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | Garmin GDU 460 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | GARMIN GMA 245 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | GARMIN GTR 205 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GTN 650xi |
Description
Detailed Description Now taking orders for the new updated 2026 916iS VL-3 750kg. We have many new ground breaking features on the 2026 VL3, call Kyle for more details. This price reflects a well equipped IFR aircraft loaded with options and avionics. Carbon fiber and Kevlar construction Laminar flow wing with highly effective split flaps 14:1 glide ratio Retractable landing gear GRS ballistic parachute XL Seating position, cockpit is adjustable for smaller pilots
Modifications
Rotax 916iS 160hp Turbo charged and fuel injected The Rotax needs no mods :) Nikasil plated cylinders provide protection from cylinder corrosion and better lubrication. Liquid cooling allows protection from shock cooling. The advanced fuel injection eliminates the need for mixture control and carb heat and adds precise fuel burn in the higher altitudes. The turbo aids in providing increased performance at higher altitudes. Propeller: Duc Tiger 4 is quiet, smooth and preforms wonderfully.
Avionics
Garmin GTN 650xi Nav/Com Garmin GTR 205R (hidden) operate on the G3X touchscreen Garmin GMA 245 Garmin GTX 45R ADSB in/out 2 Garmin GDU 460 G3X touchscreens with separate ADAHRS Backup battery for each screen Optional, Athire Oxygen generator system, 1 person up to 18K, 2 people up to 15.5k. No messing with tanks ;)
Recommended avionics upgrades
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 ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
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