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What a Z 142 costs, how far it flies, and what it costs to keep

PlaneFox tracks 6 Z 142 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 much does a Zlin Aircraft (Moravan) Z 142 cost?

There are 6 Zlin Aircraft (Moravan) Z 142 listings on PlaneFox right now, 5 of them priced. They ask between EUR 21,000 and EUR 74,000, with a median of EUR 30,000.

How far can a Zlin Aircraft (Moravan) Z 142 fly?

A Zlin Aircraft (Moravan) Z 142 flies about 567 nm, roughly 1,050 km, which is about 5 h 34 min in still air at typical cruise.

What does a Zlin Aircraft (Moravan) Z 142 cost to own?

A Zlin Aircraft (Moravan) Z 142 costs about EUR 2,178 a month to own and fly: EUR 1,956 to run it, plus EUR 222 for a loan over 15 years on the median asking price here, EUR 30,000. Flown 150 hours a year, that is about EUR 207 for every flight hour.

More questions about the Z 142

How much does a Z 142 cost?
The median asking price for a Z 142 on PlaneFox is EUR 30,000, measured across the Z 142 listings on the site today. Prices run from EUR 21,000 for older, higher-time airframes up to EUR 74,000 for newer, low-time aircraft. Year of manufacture, airframe hours, avionics and condition account for most of that spread.
What is the price range for a used Z 142?
Z 142 aircraft listed on PlaneFox range from EUR 21,000 to EUR 74,000, with a median asking price of EUR 30,000. Late model years with low airframe hours and a modern glass panel sit at the top of that range; early airframes with high hours and analogue instruments sit at the bottom.
How many Z 142 aircraft are for sale right now?
PlaneFox lists 6 Z 142 aircraft for sale right now, gathered from the broker and dealer sites it watches. The count moves through the week as those sources are re-read. Because PlaneFox reads the same listings repeatedly over time, it also shows which have cut their asking price and which have sold.
Where can I find a Z 142 for sale?
Every Z 142 PlaneFox can see is on this page — 6 of them, gathered from the broker and dealer sites it re-reads continuously. Most are listed in Czech Republic (2), followed by Bulgaria (1), Hungary (1) and United States (1). Each listing links straight through to the seller, so a Z 142 in another country is worth considering rather than filtering out.
What should I check when buying a used Z 142?
On a used Z 142, check airframe hours, engine time since overhaul, avionics generation and damage history before anything else. PlaneFox recommends a pre-purchase inspection by an EASA Part-145 shop that knows the type, which typically costs EUR 1,500 to EUR 3,500. Under 1,500 airframe hours is low-time and above 3,500 means budgeting for higher maintenance; most piston engines run a 2,000-hour TBO, so past 1,500 to 1,700 hours since overhaul expect the overhaul within one to three years at EUR 25,000 to EUR 45,000. Read the full logbook history for prop strikes, gear-up landings and structural repair, and confirm ADs and SBs are complied with.

About the Zlin Aircraft (Moravan) Z 142

Aircraft overview

The Zlin Aircraft (Moravan) Z 142 is a Czech two-seat training and aerobatic aircraft built by Moravan Otrokovice, later associated with the Zlin Aircraft name. It first flew in 1978 and entered production around 1980 as a development of the Z 42 line, but with a more powerful engine and improved aerobatic utility. The type was widely used by flying clubs, military screening programs and civil training organizations across Europe and export markets. Its importance in the used market comes from its combination of primary training capability, fully aerobatic design and comparatively simple fixed-gear construction.

Performance & specifications

The Zlin Aircraft (Moravan) Z 142 is typically powered by an Avia or Walter M 337AK inverted six-cylinder piston engine rated at about 210 hp, driving a constant-speed propeller. Typical cruise speed is around 120 knots, with published figures varying by weight, propeller fit and power setting. Range is commonly quoted in the region of 350 to 450 nautical miles, depending on reserves and operating profile. Service ceiling is about 16,000 feet. Maximum takeoff weight is approximately 2,400 lb in normal category operation, with a lower aerobatic limit, giving a useful load of roughly 750 to 800 lb before aerobatic restrictions are considered.

Cabin & avionics

The cabin has two side-by-side seats, dual controls and good outward visibility for instruction and aerobatic reference. Entry is via a large canopy, and the cockpit is compact rather than touring-oriented. Most Z 142 aircraft were delivered with conventional analog flight and engine instruments. Buyers should expect a basic VFR avionics fit unless the aircraft has been modernized. Common updates include Garmin or BendixKing radios, a panel-mounted GPS, Mode S transponder, ADS-B equipment where required and modern intercoms. Integrated glass systems such as Garmin G1000 or Garmin Perspective are not typical for this model.

Buying & value

Condition and documentation matter more than cosmetic presentation. Key checks include engine and propeller time, aerobatic history, wing and tail structure inspections, corrosion protection, canopy condition, landing gear attachment areas and availability of parts for the M 337AK engine. Logbooks should clearly show compliance with service bulletins and any life-limit or inspection requirements applicable to aerobatic operation. Some aircraft have upgraded radios, transponders, interiors or paint, but major configuration changes are less common. On PlaneFox listing data, current asking prices average about EUR 30,000, with observed listings from roughly EUR 21,000 to EUR 74,000, placing the Z 142 as a comparatively accessible aerobatic trainer rather than a modern cross-country aircraft.

6 Z 142 aircraft are for sale on PlaneFox today.

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