Reference guide
Gyroplane buyer's guide
Rotors don't stall — a uniquely honest safety story — but gyroplanes have their own costs, training paths, and failure modes. What to know before the $120k+ decision.
Why a gyro: rotor lift means no stall-spin accident chain and landing in impossibly short spaces. Why not a gyro: rotor systems are SAFE-LIFE parts (AutoGyro: 2,500 h rotor, 1,500 h bearing replacements), training is specialized, and pricing starts around $120k RTF.
The modern class is dominated by enclosed two-seaters: AutoGyro MTOsport (tandem flagship, Rotax 915/916 era), Cavalon (side-by-side), Calidus, Magni M24 (Italian classic), ELA. Open single-seat kits remain the budget path.
Category mechanics matter in the US: newer gyros arrive via US Primary category acceptance; older/experimental paths vary by configuration. Verify the EXACT category of the serial you're buying — it changes who may fly and maintain it.
Training IS the purchase: find a factory-endorsed instructor before the aircraft, not after.
Original reference content compiled by the ClearProp team — specs and costs shift with manufacturer pricing; verify with the maker before committing. Not legal or purchase advice.