Piston 280FX
The 280FX (Shark) deliver excellent performance, an enviable safety record, and low direct operating costs. The turbocharged power plant provides excellent high altitude performance. Our high inertia, fully articulated rotor system provides safety and stability, as well as a smooth ride and exceptional autorotation capabilities.
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.
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Avionics
Our most advanced cockpit yet; equipped with full glass panel display for clear, easy, and accurate viewing of gauges, mapping, GPS, and more. Plus, avionic package upgrades available on all helicopter models.
Performance
A unique combination of power and weight with light agility at the controls. Experienced pilots attest to its unparalleled stability and solid craftsmanship.
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Design & Customization
Modernized amenities and customization options add comfort and flexibility to your aircraft including interior configuration and seating, exterior paint, and special mission equipment.
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Enstrom Advantage
Mission FlexibilityResponsive controls, advanced stability, and in-flight comfort make any mission possible.
Factory SupportOur highly trained team of sales, maintenance, and service professionals are always ready to help.
Low Maintenance CostsReliable, readily available parts and low aircaft downtime allow you to spend more time in the air.
Performance — Sea Level (ISA)
| Mission Weights | 2,350 lbs 1,066 kg |
2,600 lbs 1,179 kg |
| Never Exceed Speed (VNE) | 117 mph 189 kph |
85 mph 137 kph |
| Max Cruise Speed (TAS @ 3,000 ft./914m) |
109 mph 176 kph |
75 kts 139 kph |
| Service Ceiling | 12,000 ft 3,658 m |
9,000 ft 2,743 m |
| Maximum Rate of Climb @ S/L | 1,450 fpm 7.4 ms |
1,150 fpm 5.8 ms |
Power - Turbocharged Lycoming HIO-360
| Power Available | 225 shp 167 kw |
Weights
| Gross Weight | 2,600 lbs | 1,179 kg |
| Empty Weight (standard equipment) | 1,670 lbs | 758 kg |
| Useful Load | 930 lbs | 421 kg |
Hover Ceilings
| Mission Weights | 2,350 lbs 1,066 kg |
2,600 lbs 1,179 kg |
| In-Ground Effect (IGE) | 13,200 ft 4,023 m |
7,700 ft 2,347 m |
| Out-of-Ground Effect (OGE) | 8,700 ft 2,652 m |
N.A ft N/A m |
Range & Endurance @ 3,000 ft (914 m) – No Reserve
| Maximum Range | 237 nm 439 km |
220 nm 407 km |
| Maximum Endurance | 3.5 hrs | 3.4 hrs |
Fuel System
| 2 Interconnected Tanks | 40 gal 151 L |
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