PlaneFox tracks 4 AutoGyro Cavalon aircraft for sale and re-reads every one of them from the broker and dealer sites it watches, so the figures below move when the market moves. Every number on this page is measured from those live listings, not taken from a published price guide.
A AutoGyro Cavalon flies about 324 nm, roughly 600 km, which is about 3 h 46 min in still air at typical cruise.
The AutoGyro Cavalon is a two seat, side by side enclosed gyroplane built by AutoGyro GmbH in Hildesheim, Germany. Introduced in the early 2010s and still associated with the company’s current product line, it sits apart from the tandem seat AutoGyro MTOsport and Calidus by offering a wider cabin, car like seating and improved weather protection. Its role is private touring, training, recreational flying and specialist observation work where short takeoff distance, low speed handling and simple storage are valued. For buyers comparing used light aircraft, the Cavalon matters because it combines gyroplane operating characteristics with a more conventional cabin layout than many open or tandem autogyros.
Typical performance depends on engine, propeller, rotor, aircraft weight and national certification category. Used examples are commonly fitted with Rotax 912 ULS, Rotax 914 UL turbo or, on later aircraft, Rotax 915 iS power. The 914 UL is rated at 115 hp, while the 912 ULS is rated at 100 hp. Cruise speed is typically in the region of 75 to 90 knots, with economical touring often planned below the top cruise figure. Published range is commonly around 270 nautical miles, again depending on fuel fit and operating assumptions. Maximum takeoff weight varies by market and approval basis, with many aircraft seen at 450 kg, 500 kg or 560 kg categories. Service ceiling is often quoted around 10,000 feet, with turbocharged aircraft better suited to higher density altitude operations.
The Cavalon has two side by side seats under a fully enclosed canopy, with dual flight controls commonly installed. Compared with tandem AutoGyro models, the cabin gives both occupants similar forward visibility and easier communication, although shoulder room, baggage space and ventilation should be assessed in person. Avionics vary widely across the used fleet. Many aircraft have a mix of analogue engine and flight instruments, a panel mounted GPS, VHF radio and transponder. Later or upgraded examples may use glass displays such as Dynon SkyView, with integrated engine monitoring, navigation display functions and ADS-B related equipment where installed. Garmin Perspective and G1000 suites are not typical for the Cavalon.
Condition, documentation and configuration drive Cavalon values more than age alone. Buyers should review rotor blade life and condition, propeller status, engine hours, gearbox and turbo history where applicable, compliance with AutoGyro service bulletins and the quality of any avionics or lighting upgrades. Inspect canopy fit, cabin sealing, undercarriage condition, brake wear and evidence of hard landings. Common distinctions include 912 versus 914 or 915 power, earlier versus later panel layouts, heated or comfort cabin equipment, and national approval category. In the used market, the AutoGyro Cavalon generally positions above open cockpit gyroplanes and tandem sport models, reflecting its enclosed cabin, touring orientation and broader appeal to buyers who prefer side by side seating.