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Interesting facts about the Quicksilver GT 500
✈ The Quicksilver GT 500 is a two seat, high wing Light Sport Aircraft configured with side by side seating.
✈ It features a fully enclosed composite cabin, providing improved comfort and weather protection compared with earlier open frame Quicksilver designs.
✈ The aircraft uses a welded 4130 chromoly steel fuselage frame combined with composite fairings and fabric covered flying surfaces.
✈ Standard power is provided by a 100 hp Rotax 912 ULS four stroke engine driving a fixed pitch propeller.
✈ The GT 500 is built to comply with US Light Sport Aircraft maximum gross weight limits of 1,320 lb for land operations.
✈ Tricycle landing gear enhances ground handling and makes the aircraft approachable for newer sport pilots.
✈ With a useful load designed around LSA parameters, the aircraft supports recreational cross country flying within sport pilot privileges.
✈ Quicksilver Aircraft has been manufacturing light aircraft since the 1970s, giving the GT 500 strong heritage within the recreational aviation sector.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Quicksilver GT 500
The Quicksilver GT 500 has been offered primarily as a Light Sport Aircraft platform with differences centred on certification category and equipment rather than major structural redesigns. Buyers will find aircraft produced as Special Light Sport Aircraft for factory built delivery and as Experimental Light Sport Aircraft assembled from kits. Engine configuration is typically based around the Rotax 912 ULS rated at 100 horsepower, while avionics packages and interior finishes vary depending on production year and individual owner specification. Understanding whether the aircraft is S-LSA or E-LSA is important for maintenance authority, modification flexibility and resale positioning.
Quicksilver GT 500 Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. This information should not be used for flight planning or other aircraft operations. Aircraft model variations, custom specifications, modifications, upgrades and age will have a considerable impact on the details listed below. Please check with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority for the precise aircraft specifications.
Length: 20 ft 6 in (6.25 m)
Wingspan: 32 ft 0 in (9.75 m)
Height: 8 ft 0 in (2.44 m)
Empty Weight: 740 lb (336 kg)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 1,320 lb (600 kg)
Fuel Capacity: 20 US gal (76 L)
Cruise Speed: 104 mph (90 kn, 167 km/h)
Range: 450 mi (392 nm, 725 km)
Service Ceiling: 14,000 ft (4,267 m)
Rate of Climb: 800 ft/min (4.1 m/s)
Take-off Distance over 50 ft: 800 ft (244 m)
Landing Distance over 50 ft: 650 ft (198 m)
FAQs About the Quicksilver GT 500
How much does a Quicksilver GT 500 cost?
As of 2024, used Quicksilver GT 500 aircraft in the United States have generally been advertised between $45,000 and $85,000 USD depending on total time, engine hours and installed avionics.
Is the Quicksilver GT 500 compliant with Light Sport Aircraft regulations?
Yes. The aircraft is designed to meet US Light Sport Aircraft rules with a maximum take off weight of 1,320 lb for landplanes and a fixed pitch propeller configuration.
What engine powers the Quicksilver GT 500?
The standard installation is the 100 horsepower Rotax 912 ULS four stroke engine, which is widely supported in the Light Sport community and known for fuel efficiency and reliability.
What is the useful load of a Quicksilver GT 500?
With a maximum take off weight of 1,320 lb and an empty weight of approximately 740 lb, typical useful load is around 580 lb, subject to equipment and configuration.
What should buyers review before purchasing a Quicksilver GT 500?
Buyers should confirm whether the aircraft is S-LSA or E-LSA, review airframe and engine logbooks, inspect fabric and composite surfaces and verify compliance with Rotax maintenance requirements.
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Find Finance for buying a Quicksilver GT 500
Financing a Quicksilver GT 500 requires lenders familiar with Light Sport Aircraft valuations and Rotax powered aircraft. Aviation finance specialists will review total time, engine hours and maintenance history before structuring terms. Buyers should prepare complete documentation and confirm certification category prior to application. Comparing repayment structures can help align ownership costs with expected annual flying hours and operating budget.
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Insuring a Quicksilver GT 500 involves assessing pilot experience, Light Sport qualifications and hull value. Aviation insurance brokers can structure liability and hull coverage suited to recreational and sport pilot operations. Underwriters often consider time on type and Rotax engine familiarity when determining premiums. Owners should also evaluate passenger liability limits and ground risk protection based on storage arrangements and usage profile.
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