The Gardan GY20 Minicab is a French two seat light aircraft designed in the 1940s for sport flying, training and private ownership, and it remains a popular choice among vintage aircraft enthusiasts today. Discover Gardan GY20 Minicab aircraft for sale worldwide on AvPay. Browse active Minicab listings and find available aircraft across the USA, North America, UK, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and South America. Connect directly with aircraft brokers, private sellers, flying clubs, flight schools and manufacturers. Explore the full inventory of aircraft for sale on AvPay here!
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Interesting facts about the Gardan GY20 Minicab
✈ Designed by Yves Gardan, the GY20 Minicab first flew on 1 February 1949 and entered limited series production in France with Constructions Aéronautiques du Béarn (CAB).
✈ CAB built around 65 factory aircraft between 1949 and 1955; many more were completed later as plans-built homebuilts in Europe and elsewhere.
✈ The Minicab is a low wing, wood and fabric, fixed tailwheel monoplane with side by side seating and a forward hinging canopy.
✈ The standard GY20 uses a Continental A65 (65 hp) with a two blade wooden propeller; later GY201 variants often use C85 or C90 engines.
✈ Published GY20 data lists a wingspan of 8.14 m, length of 5.45 m and a wing area of 10.15 m², giving benign stall and short field performance.
✈ Typical certified weights for the GY20 are 270 kg empty and 485 kg maximum take off weight; fuel capacity is 50 litres in the standard configuration.
✈ Early Minicabs set class records in the early 1950s, including distance and speed over a 2,000 km circuit, highlighting efficient aerodynamics.
✈ Many UK and European examples operate today on national permit-to-fly schemes, making them attractive, low cost vintage tourers and weekend flyers.
Gardan GY20 Minicab Specifications
Information provided here is a guide only. Do not use it for flight planning or operations. Variants, engine choices, modifications, equipment and age can affect performance and weight. Confirm exact specifications with the seller, manufacturer or your aviation authority.
Length: 5.45 m (17 ft 11 in)
Wingspan: 8.14 m (26 ft 8 in)
Height: 1.65 m (5 ft 5 in)
Wing Area: 10.15 m² (109.3 sq ft)
Empty Weight: 270 kg (595 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 485 kg (1,069 lb)
Fuel Capacity: 50 L (11 imp gal; 13 US gal)
Cruise Speed: 170 km/h (92 kn, 110 mph)
Service Ceiling: 4,000 m (13,000 ft)
Rate of Climb: 3.0 m/s (590 ft/min)
Take-off Run to 20 m (66 ft): 370 m (1,210 ft)
Landing Run from 20 m (66 ft): 343 m (1,125 ft)
Typical Engine: Continental A65 (48 kW / 65 hp), two blade wooden propeller
FAQs About the Gardan GY20 Minicab
How much does a Gardan GY20 Minicab cost?
Public asking prices in 2025 for airworthy Minicabs typically ranged from around $18,000 to $30,000 USD depending on engine, condition, avionics and paperwork. One published listing on 24 August 2025 showed an asking price of $18,800 for a 1971 homebuilt example. Always verify currency, engine hours and permit status.
What is the difference between the GY20 and GY201?
The GY20 is the original 65 hp version. The GY201 introduced detail changes including reduced span, split flaps, a strengthened undercarriage and often higher power engines such as the Continental C85 or C90.
Is the Minicab suitable for short grass strips?
Yes, many owners operate from grass. Published figures show take off over 20 m at about 370 m and landing over 20 m at about 343 m in standard conditions. Performance varies with weight, surface and engine.
What fuel and oil systems does the Minicab use?
Typical GY20 installations use a simple gravity feed fuel system with a 50 litre main tank and conventional lubrication for the Continental A65. Always confirm the exact fuel layout and placards on the individual aircraft.
How should I evaluate a Minicab before purchase?
Review wood and fabric condition, spar and attach fittings, tailwheel and control linkage wear, engine logs and permit/airworthiness status. A pre-buy inspection by a vintage or LAA/permit specialist is strongly recommended.
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