The Wassmer WA 80 is a French two-seat, single-engine piston aeroplane with a low-wing cabin layout, built for straightforward day to day flying. Discover Wassmer WA 80 for sale worldwide on AvPay. Browse active Wassmer WA 80 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 Wassmer WA 80
✈ Société Wassmer designed the WA 80 Piranha in France as a compact cabin trainer with low wing handling that suits structured instruction.
✈ The prototype first flew in November 1975, which places most airframes firmly in the 1970s general aviation era.
✈ The WA 80 uses a Rolls-Royce Continental O-200 series piston engine rated at 100 hp, which keeps operation familiar for many maintenance shops.
✈ The design follows Wassmer construction practice used on earlier family aircraft, which helps explain its conventional layout and training focus.
✈ Buyers often compare WA 80 listings with WA 81 listings because both share the Piranha name and the same core airframe concept.
✈ The WA 81 variant adds a third rear seat, which changes how owners use the aircraft for short trips and local touring.
✈ Production ended in the late 1970s after Wassmer entered financial difficulty, so parts sourcing and aircraft records matter during prebuy review.
✈ Many surviving examples appear in private ownership and club environments, where straightforward systems and modest power suit local flying.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Wassmer WA 80
Two recognised variants appear most often in listings, the WA 80 Piranha and the WA 81 Piranha. The WA 80 is the two seat trainer configuration, while the WA 81 adds an extra rear seat to create a three seat layout. For buyers, that single change affects mission fit, cabin utility and how you evaluate payload planning for the kind of flying you expect to do.
FAQs About the Wassmer WA 80
What is the Wassmer WA 80 best suited for?
The Wassmer WA 80 was designed as a trainer style light airplane with a simple cabin layout. Buyers often choose it for local flying, familiarisation training and straightforward touring where modest power and conventional handling work well.
How many seats does the Wassmer WA 80 have?
The standard WA 80 configuration uses two seats. If you need an extra passenger option, you can also search for the related WA 81 variant which adds a third rear seat.
What engine does the Wassmer WA 80 use?
The WA 80 Piranha uses a Rolls-Royce Continental O-200 series piston engine rated at 100 hp. When reviewing a listing, confirm engine model, logbook continuity and overhaul history before you commit.
What is the difference between the WA 80 and the WA 81 Piranha?
The WA 81 Piranha adds an additional rear seat compared with the two seat WA 80. That extra seat can improve practicality for some owners, while it also makes weight planning and equipment choices more important during evaluation.
What should buyers check first when reviewing a WA 80 listing?
Start with complete airframe and engine logs, then confirm any modifications and review the aircraft inspection status. Next, verify parts support expectations for the region where you will maintain the aircraft, then match avionics fit to your intended training or touring use.
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Find Finance for buying a Wassmer WA 80
Finance options for a Wassmer WA 80 often work best with lenders who understand older light aircraft values and documentation. Prepare a clear summary of airframe time, engine status and avionics, then share it early with any finance provider. Include the costs you expect for inspections, storage and catch up maintenance so your budget stays realistic. If you plan to use the aircraft for training, outline that use case because it can affect how a lender views utilisation and insurance requirements.
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Find Insurance for a Wassmer WA 80
Insurance for a Wassmer WA 80 usually depends on pilot experience, annual utilisation and where you base the aircraft. Ask brokers to quote both liability and hull coverage, then confirm any training requirements tied to the policy. Provide accurate details about avionics, hangar storage and recent inspections because those details can influence terms. If you are considering a WA 81 seating layout, confirm that your policy matches the seating configuration and intended passenger use.
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