Top 3 Cheapest Kit Helicopters 2022-2023 | Price & Specs

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Are you interested in learning to both build and fly your own aircraft? Many people all over the world have tried their hands at putting together their own helicopters through kits. In this episode, we’ll take a look at some of the most affordable kit helicopters available on the market. These kits are known for their quality and dependability, despite this price range. Watch the entire video to find out which helicopter bagged our top spot.
Helicopters can cost a lot more compared to fixed-wing aircraft that offer the same seating capacity and cargo load. However, some helicopters can cost a lot less than others, especially if you set out to build them yourself. In the past few decades, kits for building helicopters have become very popular. It might sound crazy or a pipe dream to want to own a helicopter, but the truth is, and many kit builders attest that it’s not that hard to do. In spite of what most people think, you can buy your own personal helicopter for less than the cost of a new high-end SUV.
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Composite-FX Mosquito XET
© Mosquito Aviation
Engine Type: Solar Turbine T62-T2A1 Radial Inflow
Max Cruise Speed: 69.5 kn (80 mph)
Max Speed: 86.9 kn (100 mph)
Passenger Capacity: 1
Maximum Take-off Weight: 820 lbs
Price: starts at US$ 85,000.00
Rotor X Phoenix A600 Turbo© Rotor X Aircraft Manufacturing Company
Engine Type: RH 600 Series Engine
Max Cruise Speed: 83 kn
Max Speed: 100 kn
Passenger Capacity: 2
Maximum Take-off Weight: 1,630 lbs
Price: starts at US$ 112,000.00
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© Cicaré
Engine Type: EPA Power SA-917Ti
Max Cruise Speed: 70 kn
Max Speed: 100 kn
Passenger Capacity: 2
Maximum Take-off Weight: 1,060 lbs
Price: starts at US$ 121,500
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@AviationFederation Год назад

*We wanted to keep this video short so we know we missed some good ones. Which other kit helicopters do you think deserves to be on this list? What features are you looking for in a kit helicopter? Share your thoughts below! To see more interesting helicopter videos, check these out:* Top 5 Most Expensive Kit Helicopters 2022-2023 | Price & Specs ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qewiylP8B2o.html Top 5 Most Fuel-Efficient Private Helicopters 2022-2023 | Price & Specs ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ExM8-QtwLIo.html Top 5 Most Unconventional Helicopters (International) 2022-2023 | Aircraft Comparison ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-NQ2n8L_XQK8.html

@JoshuaColletti 5 месяцев назад

They going real stupid on prices lol

@airborneleo5589 Год назад

I looked at a Rotorway Helicopter for sale once,! I called my flight instructor and asked him what he thought about it, he said, “ I don’t want to be within 100 yards of one when it cranks up, much less fly in one. “. I bought a Hughes TH-55, two place military trainer helicopter. It was the US military’s primary pilot training helicopter for 16 years. Awesome safety record, Lycoming 180hp air cooled engine certified by the FAA. Sweitzer, bought the rights to the airframe, and it is now the Sweitzer 300, still an awesome FAA certified aircraft. I would recommend buying a used Hughes or Sweitzer Helicopter over an experimental Helicopter a thousand times over. Your life is worth the safest aircraft, and the resale value is much better. 😀

@AviationFederation Год назад

An absolutely fair point. Thanks for sharing!

@mikemiller659 8 месяцев назад

U need a license though ..experimental dont require one

@michelebarile6218 2 месяца назад

I learned to fly with 269 in Alabama: you are absolutely right. Simple, easy, FORGIVING, chopper. Never had so much fun in my life ....miss that time badly!

@uuzd4s 6 месяцев назад

I almost invested in a RotorWay Kit (when they were about the only ones offering a heli kit), back in the mid 80's until I started looking thru the sales classifieds in "Trade-a-Plane" magazine. There was a dozen or more kits advertised that were in various stages of completion, and some completed but never flown. Seeing so many wanting out from such a project made me rethink the whole idea. It also raised some "Red Flag's". With 30+ yrs in commercial aviation maintenance under my belt I'd go for the turbine powered Heli simply for their reliability over Recip engines. I'd also check the airplane classifieds for anyone selling the model I'd chosen to build just to find out why it was for sale.

@AviationFederation 6 месяцев назад

It's wise to carefully consider all aspects before diving into a kit project, especially when it comes to helicopters. The reliability of a turbine-powered helicopter is indeed an attractive feature. Have you explored other aircraft options or projects since then, or did you find an alternative that captured your interest?

@uuzd4s 6 месяцев назад

@@AviationFederation I found an alternative that captured my attention. Back in the 80's when I was looking at RotorWay, I was a Millwright/Machinist for one of the largest seafood processors in Alaska and running a Sporting Good wholesale business. We (the wife & I) were busy w/ three jobs each and were looking for alternatives to Air Travel in & out of SE Alaska to our homes in Washington & Oregon. Alaska State Ferries took the better part of a week (driving time included), and the Airfare to & From SE Alaska was pretty jacked up. But I never fully invested in a Kit Plane, although the RV4 at the time looked pretty attractive. We divorced and I finished a 15 yr career w/ the Seafood Co and went back to College (Idaho St Univ) for my Associates & A&P cert. Took a job w/ Alaska Airlines regional carrier, Horizon Air in 2000, . . . . that was my "alternative" choice. After 2+ decades w/ them I retired about a year ago. It turns out I enjoyed the "machine" that could fly much more than flying itself. I Still don't like flying, unless I can actually see the horizon. The jump seat in the cockpit was always nicer for me even though the actual seat itself sucked. Alaska Air still provides me w/ the standby flying perk, so I limit my trips to short hauls. The Non-Rev perk is overrated because as soon as you step off the plane, you're spending money on rental cars, accommodations & dining out. My assessment of Mechanics vs Pilots kind of morphed into this; Airplane Mechanics think of those awesome flying machines as the next best thing to a mechanical miracle and will treat them as such, with Gr8 Respect, whereas Pilots just wanna move thru 3D Space with their Hair on Fire. 🤭 . . . I did get pretty heavily involved in flying Radio Controlled Helicopters at a sanctioned flying field in East Seattle. Good Times ! Most my flying buddies picked up factory sponsorships from the many R/C Heli kit manufacturers at the time and as a group we'd make appearances all over the Pacific NW in "Fun Fly" events, and do quite well. We always seemed to win enough Freebies to pay for the trip, and met some pretty Kewl people along the way. Most well-known "full scale" Pilots were into flying models when they were younger and many do so as a sort of retirement hobby. The list of professional people I've met in that hobby turns out to be rather amazing.

@kingsupreme3965 Месяц назад

I remember that yellow newspaper ..i was a refueler then ap mechanic.they even had jobs in there.almost went to st croix but. Saw a job for a mechanic in south america somewhere looking back it prob was CIA..the 80 were soo diff no internet.true story tho.i remember the R22..S76..bell jet ranger. II

@uuzd4s Месяц назад

@@kingsupreme3965 Yea, the Big Yellow Rag known as Trade-a-Plane had a Gazillion private A/C for sale out of Alaska, which is where I was living at the time I'd considered the RotorWay kit. After gettin my A&P I was offered a job & free flight training at the FBO next to the Classroom (an old B-17 Hanger) in Pocatello ID. I almost took that job just for the Free flight lessons but got smart and did some research into prior mechanics employed there. I ended up turning down an offer from Raytheon on the East Coast and went w/ a Regional Carrier out of Portland. Turned out to be a good idea, I never really felt like it was a Job because I enjoyed it so much. Met some Really Kewl people along the way, Good Times ! 😊

@billkill6874 Год назад

Wow.. The price of the Mosquito XET has almost doubled? Two years ago you could get them for about $45,000.

@Kralkuscov Год назад

I think it's the general economy my old Fama Kiss helicopter with the retractable landing gear cost me 175k new but now they're like 195-225k

@Mercury_cougar_lover223 Год назад

You still can get one for that, maybe less

@itinensanzen Год назад

Hi Sophie, how are you going? Hope you're healthy and happy. Keep up the good work.

@alaxander Год назад

so beautiful tourists centre supper🤩🤩🤩

@terrycarver1255 11 месяцев назад

Can there be a gyro put on these helis?

@patshes1951 Год назад

Sophy? Love your video's . I like the mosquito. Small and nimble.

@AviationFederation Год назад

Thank you for the kind comments! The mosquito is definitely a fan favourite.

@AmariLambo Месяц назад

Can’t you have a kit apache it would be dope

@locodefra Год назад

Ciccare the BEST

@pilotoargentino6645 Год назад

Argentinian Cicare is the best. Its so beauty.

@AviationFederation Год назад

We thought so too! Thanks for the comment.

@boricuayehudim427 8 месяцев назад

A pues, que viva Argentina por tan exelente contribución a la industria ☺️🚁🚁

@bourdon845 2 месяца назад

Cool

@lindonsmith1616 Месяц назад

Love

@jamesmadison4961 Год назад

If I was holding back from inflation I'd never own as yes its double cost since I first got interested, but now its value is going up and it fits in my garage. Owning is everything. See you from up there. Later.

@JohnMoore-xf5wy 2 месяца назад

There is no such thing as a CHEAP HELICOPTER!

@frogking5573 Год назад

Don't buy a new kit. It's crazy how much the price has gone up. At 85k you might as well buy a manufacturer FAA approved airframe

@Stromzilla 7 месяцев назад

Does the $85k mosquito price include the turbine or is that an additional expense?

@AviationFederation 6 месяцев назад

The price for the Mosquito helicopter may not always include the turbine, as it depends on the specific package and customization options chosen. Typically, the base price we present may cover the basic kit, but additional components or features, such as the turbine engine, may be offered as optional upgrades. It's advisable to check with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information on pricing and included features. Is there anything else you would like to know about the Mosquito helicopter or other aircraft?

@gulfair-cavalry-tango1011 Год назад

This is the first Helicycle, a turbine engine, to be completed from a kit by the customer, and the first customer built Helicycle to receive an FAA Certificate of Airworthiness. It is a design hybrid combination between the Bell AH1 Cobra and the Bell 206BIII. This helicopter is expected to have a 2000 hour TBO. Currently, this exact individual Helicycle boasts 1340 Hobbs hours TTAF. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-3rlv5HpEx9U.html

@gulfair-cavalry-tango1011 Год назад

21,000' density altitude ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Ymt4XlpixPw.html

@chrisrobbins1061 10 дней назад

Best kit helicopter - Hummingbird 300L.

@jeremylakenes6859 Год назад

Real leather from a cow? Wow 6:55

@AviationFederation Год назад

Finally, someone noticed.

@ardilossteam3893 Год назад

What is tank miss.

@pistolero9088 9 месяцев назад

Hungarocopter is the best ! 😎

@AviationFederation 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for sharing your opinion! Hungarocopter does offer some interesting options for kit helicopters. We'll explore them further in future videos.

@toywashington3934 Год назад

$85,000 for a Mosquito. I dont see the aviation industry lasting another 20-30 years. They are pricing out their own consumers. If thats #3 there is no need for me to even waste my time looking at the top2

@iteerrex8166 9 месяцев назад

Yes, it shouldn’t be more than twice the price of motorcycle.

@breakingthemasks 7 месяцев назад

Yep. I definitely agree. Probably a lot of it is due to aviation safety regulations. But still... this is a dying breed. This should be something like 30 grand.

@aeroengguy448 7 месяцев назад

$85K is for the turbine. piston versions start at about $50K. Helicopters are much more complex, you can’t compare them to fixed wing kits

@Videolinquency Год назад

I doubt any of these are three seaters, as the term "two passengers" seems to imply. I think "two occupants" is what they meant to say.

@anonymously241 10 месяцев назад

These Aerocopter ain't cheap at all 😵😵😵

@davidcarr894 Год назад

I would buy a safari helicopter,factory made,faA certified for about $200000,no need to spend 100s of hrs building and have a helicopter classed as experimental.

@AviationFederation Год назад

Safaris do have a great track record and excellent reviews.

@shademe Год назад

what bs we want a 3000.00 heli 85,000 to well over a 100,000 is not affordable to the average person. Get real

@nichollebumfacil5328 Год назад

Just watch out when china started building kit air vehicle. Surely it's just a quarter of these cheapest kit vehicle..😁

@franciscowashington2155 11 месяцев назад

👍👍😎😎😂😂

@timhafley5177 8 месяцев назад

Look at boats ..

@CCoburn3 7 месяцев назад

Well, I wanted a helicopter. But "cheapest" is way beyond any reasonable price range for what would be a "toy." If a person needed one for business, he might pay that much. But these prices are insane for a hobbyist.

@AviationFederation 7 месяцев назад

Helicopters indeed come with a hefty price tag, making them a substantial investment. They are often associated with business or professional use due to their operational costs. For hobbyists, it's indeed a significant consideration. Are there specific types or models of helicopters you find particularly appealing, even if just for the joy of dreaming?

@CCoburn3 7 месяцев назад

@@AviationFederation No use dreaming about something that I could never afford. Even if I were a multi-millionaire, I can't see myself spending that much on a toy. It would be different if I needed one. But I don't.

@GrandSachemEthylique 7 месяцев назад

Yes finally we will not lie, it remains extremely expensive for everyone. The guy who earns $ 1,200 a month or € 1,200 depending on where he is, is not likely to be able to afford one day. Unless, maybe he decides to resell the organs of his little sister on the black market. Anyway, it's probably much better, because these things consume a lot of fuel. And in our time, we would do well to practice the virtue of economics, which has not yet remained with regard to the colossal waste of recent decades.

@AviationFederation 7 месяцев назад

Your point about the high cost of aircraft and the challenges for individuals with more modest incomes is well taken. Economic considerations and environmental impact are indeed crucial factors to consider, especially in the context of rising fuel costs. Are there specific initiatives or changes you think could make aviation more accessible or environmentally friendly?

@GrandSachemEthylique 7 месяцев назад

@@AviationFederation Honestly, I admit that I don't know anything about it. So I will speak at random. I suppose that with regard to planes, we will try to adopt for even more aerodynamic profiles, perhaps with lighter materials, by trying not to sacrifice resistance and security if possible, not necessarily to go faster but to consume less. I saw that there were also solar-powered aircraft projects, which should theoretically be able to fly relatively economically for some time. If I remember the case of Concorde for example, the plane was well designed but it was noisy to the point that several countries prohibited the overflight of their territory by the machine. It also consumed 4 times more fuel than a conventional airliner and required much more maintenance time.The average for an airliner was 2 hours of maintenance for 1 hour of flight, while the Concorde required approximately 20 hours of maintenance for 1 hour of flight. In our time, we see a whole bunch of hybrid projects flourish between helicopters and flying cars. But the problem remains because we cannot change the laws of physics. And I am not convinced that it is judicious to produce millions of these things, whether from an economic or ecological point of view. It seems to me that there were also projects to develop planes with nuclear reactors, but hello the damage in the event of a crash. But hey, given the progress of science, I suppose that we will eventually find compromises, even if our era no longer necessarily aims for speed and raw performance. And regarding the design of more economical helicopters, I admit that I don't know. Maybe we could try to develop a hybrid between an ultra-light glider and a helicopter, allowing vertical takeoff, and then pivoting the propellers forward ? I would have thought of a much lighter version of the Osprey helicopter plane. But I don't know if it is achievable.

@spo307 11 месяцев назад

heli cycle

@SeansStuff 3 месяца назад

We have a different opinion of what a cheap helicopter should cost, lol.

@AviationFederation 2 месяца назад

The definition of "cheap" can vary, especially when it comes to helicopters. What price range do you consider reasonable for a kit helicopter, and what factors influence your perception of affordability in this context?

@captianhardy 5 месяцев назад

Sure is a lot of my video, and imaging of me flying in this video. No credit, or $$$?

@danny-li6io 5 месяцев назад

To me the words “helicopter” and “kit” just don’t sound very comfortable next to each other. Kinda like “nuclear power plant” and “DIY”. 😂

@AviationFederation 5 месяцев назад

Got to admit, the idea of a DIY nuclear power plant is a tad interesting!

@gallagherneylon6966 Год назад

𝐩яⓞ𝓂𝓞Ş𝐦 💐

@avalanche9026 9 месяцев назад

If you got 120 k buy a toy ? Your ok. These toys kills fast. So they tell you what you want to hear but reality is so fkng different. Maintenance will kill you. Broke in no time. Forget it where not there yet

@AviationFederation 9 месяцев назад

You're right, owning a kit helicopter might seem affordable upfront, but maintenance costs and complexities can add up quickly. It's important to thoroughly research and consider all aspects before diving into such an investment. Safety and practicality should always be a priority.