Aircraft overview

The Magni Gyro M22 Voyager is a two-seat tandem autogyro produced by Magni Gyro S.r.l. of Italy. Developed for touring and cross-country use in the 2000s, it sits apart from the company’s training-focused M16 and the enclosed side-by-side M24 Orion. The M22 Voyager uses Magni’s established pusher-gyro layout, with an unpowered main rotor, a rear-mounted propeller and a conventional tail group. Its relevance for buyers is its combination of tandem visibility, stable handling and a configuration aimed at longer recreational flights rather than only local training sorties.

Performance & specifications

Typical published figures for the Magni Gyro M22 Voyager place cruise speed in the region of 80 to 90 knots, depending on engine fit, propeller, loading and local certification limits. Range is commonly quoted at roughly 300 nautical miles in touring configuration. The aircraft is generally associated with Rotax four-cylinder engines, most notably the turbocharged Rotax 914 UL of 115 hp, although equipment and certification can vary by country. Maximum takeoff weight is usually around the 450 to 500 kg class, so useful load should be checked against the individual aircraft’s empty weight, installed equipment and fuel capacity. Operating ceilings are typically in the light gyroplane range, with practical performance strongly affected by density altitude and payload.

Cabin & avionics

The M22 Voyager has two seats in tandem, giving both occupants a narrow frontal profile and good forward and side visibility. It is not a pressurized or business-aircraft cabin, and buyers should expect a light-sport style cockpit with wind protection rather than a fully enclosed touring cabin. Avionics are normally simple and mission-focused: airspeed indicator, altimeter, vertical speed indicator, compass or heading reference, rotor tachometer, engine monitoring, radio and transponder. Many used examples also carry a portable or panel-mounted GPS, and some have compact EFIS displays. Integrated suites such as Garmin G1000 or Garmin Perspective are not typical for this aircraft category.

Buying & value

When comparing used Magni Gyro M22 Voyager aircraft, documentation matters as much as hours. Review airframe records, rotor and propeller condition, engine logbooks, gearbox and turbocharger history where applicable, and compliance with local gyroplane inspection requirements. Check for touring equipment such as larger fuel capacity, upgraded radio and transponder, GPS, wheel spats, luggage provisions and weather protection. Market positioning is usually above basic open training gyroplanes, but below enclosed cabin models with broader comfort equipment. The best examples are those with clear maintenance history, sensible avionics upgrades and an empty weight that preserves useful touring payload.