What a XS costs, how far it flies, and what it costs to keep
PlaneFox tracks 3 XS 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.
How far can a Europa Aircraft XS fly?
A Europa Aircraft XS flies about 650 nm, roughly 1,204 km, which is about 4 h 39 min in still air at typical cruise.
What does a Europa Aircraft XS cost to own?
A Europa Aircraft XS costs about EUR 1,195 a month to run, or about EUR 116 for every flight hour when it is flown 150 hours a year.
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About the Europa Aircraft XS
Aircraft overview
The Europa Aircraft XS is a British two seat amateur built touring aircraft developed by Europa Aircraft as the refined successor to the original Europa Classic. Introduced in the late 1990s, the XS retained the Europa formula of composite construction, removable wings and efficient Rotax power, while adding revised aerodynamics and kit improvements intended to reduce build time and improve practicality. It is most commonly seen as a low wing sport touring aircraft, with either monowheel or tricycle landing gear. For used aircraft buyers, the XS matters because it offers cross country performance in a compact, economical package, but each example reflects the quality and choices of its individual builder.
Performance & specifications
Typical Europa Aircraft XS performance depends on engine, propeller, landing gear and finish quality. Many aircraft use the Rotax 912ULS four cylinder engine rated at 100 hp, while some examples have the 80 hp Rotax 912UL or turbocharged Rotax 914. Published figures for well built XS aircraft with the 100 hp engine include cruise speeds around 130 to 140 knots, with range often quoted in the region of 700 nautical miles when equipped and operated for touring. Maximum takeoff weight is commonly listed at 1,370 lb, with useful load around 600 lb depending on empty weight. Service ceiling is typically published at about 15,000 feet. Fuel capacity, propeller type and installed equipment should be checked on the individual aircraft, as kit completions vary.
Cabin & avionics
The Europa Aircraft XS seats two side by side under a forward hinged canopy. The cabin is compact but designed for touring, with baggage space behind the seats and the ability to remove the wings for storage or trailering on many examples. There is no single standard avionics package. Used aircraft may have traditional analog instruments, early glass panels, or modern experimental avionics such as Garmin G3X, Dynon SkyView, MGL or similar systems. Buyers should review the panel layout, electrical system, transponder, ADS B equipment, autopilot installation and documentation for any avionics upgrades.
Buying & value
Condition and build quality are central to Europa Aircraft XS valuation. Pre purchase review should include composite workmanship, landing gear installation, control rigging, fuel system, cooling setup, weight and balance data, logbooks and evidence of compliance with service bulletins. Common distinctions include monowheel versus trigear configuration, fixed wing versus motorglider wing installations, Rotax 912 versus 914 power, constant speed propeller installations and updated glass cockpits. In the used market, the XS generally sits among efficient experimental two seat tourers, often appealing to buyers who value speed, low fuel burn and hangar flexibility over factory type certification.