Description
Exceptional Opportunity – 2013 Enstrom 280FX Shark
Offered for sale is this beautiful 2013 Enstrom 280FX Shark, an exceptionally well-presented helicopter both cosmetically and mechanically. Purchased from Roger Sharkey of Sharkey's Helicopters approximately 20 flight hours ago, this aircraft is now being offered for sale solely due to the owner's medical circumstances.
With a recent appraisal exceeding $500,000 and an asking price approximately $200,000 below the stated book value, this helicopter represents an outstanding opportunity for a buyer seeking exceptional value.
The owner can provide the appraisal documentation, aircraft time sheets, and maintenance information upon request. Prospective buyers are also welcome to contact Roger Sharkey directly for additional background and insight into the helicopter's condition.
Included in the sale are three noise-canceling aviation headsets and a 10-inch iPad setup. Recently installed exterior decals enhance the aircraft's appearance and can be removed without leaving residue, according to the owner.
Located in Harrison, Arkansas. Serious inquiries are welcome. Contact the owner for additional information, supporting documentation, or to discuss this exceptional opportunity.Specifications
Year2013
ManufacturerENSTROM
Model280FX
Serial Number2138
Registration #N1477Q
ConditionUsed
FlightRulesVFR
Based atKHRO
Total Time2,280.5
Range225 NM
Max Takeoff Weight2,600 lb
Basic Empty Weight1,732.4 lb
Useful Load867.6 lb
Max Cruise Speed102 knots
Fuel Capacity Volume40 gal
Airframe Notes• 2,280.5 Hours Total Time (March 2026 Maintenance Report)
• 2,600 lb Maximum Takeoff Weight
• 1,732.4 lb Basic Empty Weight
• 867.6 lb Useful Load
• Three-Place Cabin Configuration
• Three-Blade Main Rotor System
• Main Rotor Blades: 487.0 Hours Each
• Main Rotor Spindle and Grip Assemblies: 480.5 Hours Each
• Airwolf Aerospace Tension/Torsion Strap Modification – FAA STC SR03465CH
• Main Transmission: 0.0 Hours Since Recorded Overhaul
• Skid Landing Gear with Ground-Handling Wheels
• Panoramic Bubble-Style Cockpit Windshield
• Detailed Component Life-Limit and Maintenance Tracking Records
• Annual Inspection Listed Due April 30, 2027
Main Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining1200
Anti-Torque SystemTail Rotor
Tail Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining1035
Rotor Notes• Three-Blade Main Rotor System
• Two-Blade Tail Rotor Anti-Torque System
• Airwolf Aerospace Tension/Torsion Strap Modification – FAA STC SR03465CH
• Main Rotor Blades: 487.0 Hours Total Time Each
• Main Rotor Spindle and Grip Assemblies: 480.5 Hours Each
• Main Rotor Hub Assembly: 2,280.5 Hours Total Time
• Main Rotor Transmission: 0.0 Hours Since Overhaul; 1,200.0 Hours Remaining
• Tail Rotor Gearbox: 165.0 Hours Since Overhaul; 1,035.0 Hours Remaining
• Tail Rotor Blade #1: 678.1 Hours Remaining
• Tail Rotor Blade #2: 2,270.0 Hours Remaining
• Tail Rotor Spindle: 1,035.0 Hours Remaining
• Tail Rotor Flex Couplings: 251.6 Hours Remaining Each
• Main Rotor Blade Corrosion Inspection Due April 30, 2028
Engine 1 Make/ModelLYCOMING HIO-360-F1AD
Engine Serial NumberL-24160-51A
Engine Horsepower225 HP
Engine Displacement361 cu in
Fuel Control SystemFuel Injection
Engine 1 Time899.5 SMOH
Engine TBO1500
Engine Notes• Lycoming HIO-360-F1AD Turbocharged, Fuel-Injected Engine
• 225 Horsepower
• Engine Serial Number: L-24160-51A
• 2,421.9 Hours Engine Total Time
• 899.5 Hours Since Major Overhaul (SMOH)
• 1,500-Hour Engine TBO
• 600.5 Hours Remaining to Engine TBO
• Turbocharger: 899.5 Hours Total Time
• Turbocharger: 1,100.5 Hours Remaining to Reported Replacement Interval
• Engine Valve Inspection: 400-Hour Interval
• Engine Maintenance and Component Tracking Records Available
Modifications/Conversions• Airwolf Aerospace Tension/Torsion Strap Conversion – FAA STC SR03465CH
• Three Main Rotor Retention Assemblies Converted from Original Lamiflex Bearings to Airwolf Tension/Torsion Strap Assemblies
• Installation Documented on FAA Form 337 Dated April 1, 2026
• Garmin GTX 330ES ADS-B Out Transponder Installation
• Updated Altitude Encoder and Transponder Antenna Configuration
Flight Deck Manufacturer/ModelGARMIN GNS430W
ADS-B EquippedYes
WAASYes
Artificial HorizonYes
Avionics/Radios• Dual Garmin GNS 430W WAAS GPS/NAV/COM Units
• Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel
• Garmin GTX 330ES Transponder with ADS-B Out
• Dual Garmin GA35 WAAS GPS Antennas
• SAE5-35 Blind Altitude Encoder
• Castleberry Directional Gyro
• Conventional Analog Flight Instrumentation
• Graphic Engine Monitoring Display
• Digital Chronometer
• Dual USB Charging Port
Dual ControlsYes
Additional Equipment• Three-Place Cabin Configuration
• Wide Instrument Panel
• Panoramic Bubble-Style Windshield
• Skid-Type Landing Gear
• Ground-Handling Wheels
• David Clark Aviation Headsets
• Dual USB Charging Port
• Digital Chronometer
• Cabin Fire Extinguisher – A384T Fire-X
• Three-Point Occupant Restraint Systems
Exterior Notes• Streamlined Enstrom 280FX Shark Fuselage Design
• Panoramic Bubble-Style Cockpit Windshield
• Large Wraparound Cabin Windows
• Three-Blade Main Rotor System
• Two-Blade Tail Rotor Configuration
• Skid-Type Landing Gear
• Ground-Handling Wheels
ConfigurationPassenger
Number of Seats3
Bubble WindowsYes
Interior Notes• Three-Place Passenger Cabin Configuration
• Black and Light-Gray Upholstered Seating
• Contoured Pilot and Passenger Seats
• Coordinated Interior Trim and Side Panels
• Panoramic Bubble-Style Cockpit Glazing
• Large Wraparound Windows Providing Excellent Visibility
• Occupant Restraint Systems
• Overhead Aviation Headset Storage
Inspection StatusAnnual Inspection Due April 30, 2027
AirworthyYes
Year2013|
ManufacturerENSTROM|
Model280FX|
Serial Number2138|
Registration #N1477Q|
ConditionUsed|
FlightRulesVFR|
Based atKHRO|
Total Time2,280.5|
Range225 NM|
Max Takeoff Weight2,600 lb|
Basic Empty Weight1,732.4 lb|
Useful Load867.6 lb|
Max Cruise Speed102 knots|
Fuel Capacity Volume40 gal|
Airframe Notes• 2,280.5 Hours Total Time (March 2026 Maintenance Report)
• 2,600 lb Maximum Takeoff Weight
• 1,732.4 lb Basic Empty Weight
• 867.6 lb Useful Load
• Three-Place Cabin Configuration
• Three-Blade Main Rotor System
• Main Rotor Blades: 487.0 Hours Each
• Main Rotor Spindle and Grip Assemblies: 480.5 Hours Each
• Airwolf Aerospace Tension/Torsion Strap Modification – FAA STC SR03465CH
• Main Transmission: 0.0 Hours Since Recorded Overhaul
• Skid Landing Gear with Ground-Handling Wheels
• Panoramic Bubble-Style Cockpit Windshield
• Detailed Component Life-Limit and Maintenance Tracking Records
• Annual Inspection Listed Due April 30, 2027|
Main Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining1200|
Anti-Torque SystemTail Rotor|
Tail Rotor Gearbox Time Remaining1035|
Rotor Notes• Three-Blade Main Rotor System
• Two-Blade Tail Rotor Anti-Torque System
• Airwolf Aerospace Tension/Torsion Strap Modification – FAA STC SR03465CH
• Main Rotor Blades: 487.0 Hours Total Time Each
• Main Rotor Spindle and Grip Assemblies: 480.5 Hours Each
• Main Rotor Hub Assembly: 2,280.5 Hours Total Time
• Main Rotor Transmission: 0.0 Hours Since Overhaul; 1,200.0 Hours Remaining
• Tail Rotor Gearbox: 165.0 Hours Since Overhaul; 1,035.0 Hours Remaining
• Tail Rotor Blade #1: 678.1 Hours Remaining
• Tail Rotor Blade #2: 2,270.0 Hours Remaining
• Tail Rotor Spindle: 1,035.0 Hours Remaining
• Tail Rotor Flex Couplings: 251.6 Hours Remaining Each
• Main Rotor Blade Corrosion Inspection Due April 30, 2028|
Engine 1 Make/ModelLYCOMING HIO-360-F1AD |
Engine Serial NumberL-24160-51A|
Engine Horsepower225 HP|
Engine Displacement361 cu in|
Fuel Control SystemFuel Injection|
Engine 1 Time899.5 SMOH |
Engine TBO1500|
Engine Notes• Lycoming HIO-360-F1AD Turbocharged, Fuel-Injected Engine
• 225 Horsepower
• Engine Serial Number: L-24160-51A
• 2,421.9 Hours Engine Total Time
• 899.5 Hours Since Major Overhaul (SMOH)
• 1,500-Hour Engine TBO
• 600.5 Hours Remaining to Engine TBO
• Turbocharger: 899.5 Hours Total Time
• Turbocharger: 1,100.5 Hours Remaining to Reported Replacement Interval
• Engine Valve Inspection: 400-Hour Interval
• Engine Maintenance and Component Tracking Records Available|
Modifications/Conversions• Airwolf Aerospace Tension/Torsion Strap Conversion – FAA STC SR03465CH
• Three Main Rotor Retention Assemblies Converted from Original Lamiflex Bearings to Airwolf Tension/Torsion Strap Assemblies
• Installation Documented on FAA Form 337 Dated April 1, 2026
• Garmin GTX 330ES ADS-B Out Transponder Installation
• Updated Altitude Encoder and Transponder Antenna Configuration|
Flight Deck Manufacturer/ModelGARMIN GNS430W |
ADS-B EquippedYes|
WAASYes|
Artificial HorizonYes|
Avionics/Radios• Dual Garmin GNS 430W WAAS GPS/NAV/COM Units
• Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel
• Garmin GTX 330ES Transponder with ADS-B Out
• Dual Garmin GA35 WAAS GPS Antennas
• SAE5-35 Blind Altitude Encoder
• Castleberry Directional Gyro
• Conventional Analog Flight Instrumentation
• Graphic Engine Monitoring Display
• Digital Chronometer
• Dual USB Charging Port|
Dual ControlsYes|
Additional Equipment• Three-Place Cabin Configuration
• Wide Instrument Panel
• Panoramic Bubble-Style Windshield
• Skid-Type Landing Gear
• Ground-Handling Wheels
• David Clark Aviation Headsets
• Dual USB Charging Port
• Digital Chronometer
• Cabin Fire Extinguisher – A384T Fire-X
• Three-Point Occupant Restraint Systems|
Exterior Notes• Streamlined Enstrom 280FX Shark Fuselage Design
• Panoramic Bubble-Style Cockpit Windshield
• Large Wraparound Cabin Windows
• Three-Blade Main Rotor System
• Two-Blade Tail Rotor Configuration
• Skid-Type Landing Gear
• Ground-Handling Wheels|
ConfigurationPassenger|
Number of Seats3|
Bubble WindowsYes|
Interior Notes• Three-Place Passenger Cabin Configuration
• Black and Light-Gray Upholstered Seating
• Contoured Pilot and Passenger Seats
• Coordinated Interior Trim and Side Panels
• Panoramic Bubble-Style Cockpit Glazing
• Large Wraparound Windows Providing Excellent Visibility
• Occupant Restraint Systems
• Overhead Aviation Headset Storage|
Inspection StatusAnnual Inspection Due April 30, 2027|
AirworthyYes|
