Light Sport Just Got a Turbo: Meet the VL-3TE-915
Thanks to the newly adopted MOSAIC rules, the 2021 JMB VL-3TE-915 is no longer just a dream machine for high-performance piston drivers—it’s now Sport Pilot legal. That’s right: the fastest aircraft in the LSA category is now accessible to pilots flying under a Light Sport certificate.
And this one? It’s Very Clean.
A Sport Pilot’s Dream Just Became Reality
With MOSAIC now in effect, Light Sport pilots can fly this 200-knot speedster. You’re looking at an IFR-capable, turbocharged, parachute-equipped aircraft that cruises faster than a Cirrus at a fraction of the cost to operate—and now, with only a Sport Pilot certificate, you can legally command it.
Why This VL-3 Is a Standout
- Certified for IFR, with dual G3X, GTN 650Xi, and Garmin autopilot
- Rotax 915iS3A Turbocharged Engine, 142 HP, just 375 hours since new
- DUC 4-Blade Constant-Speed Prop
- Ballistic Parachute System
- 375 Hours Total Time (Airframe, Engine, Prop)
- One Owner, No Incidents, No Surprises
- Garaged, Meticulously Maintained, March 2025 Annual
- Garmin G5 Backup, ADS-B, Synthetic Vision
- Stunning Yellow & Black Livery with Upscale Interior
This aircraft delivers Mooney-level cruise speeds (200 KTAS) while sipping 7–8 GPH. And now that Sport Pilots are in play, the buyer pool just widened.
The Backstory
Built by JMB Aircraft in the Czech Republic and powered by a Rotax 915iS, the VL-3 is a purpose-built machine for speed, efficiency, and reliability. This model, serial number VL-3-413 (N228VL), represents the pinnacle of that evolution—with an elegant, aerodynamic composite build and a top-shelf avionics suite built for real-world IFR.
VL-3 Specs at a Glance
- Stall Speed: 42 knots
- Cruise Speed: 200 KTAS
- Range: 800–900 NM
- Takeoff Roll: 574 ft
- Useful Load: 707 lbs
- Fuel Capacity: 36.9 gal (36.3 usable)
- Vne: 183 KIAS
A Very Clean Bird, Nose to Tail
Inside and out, this VL-3 is spotless. No corrosion. No wear. No missing logs. The paint glows. The leather looks factory-fresh. The avionics are tight, clean, and current. It flies like it just rolled out of Chocen.
Bonus Equipment Included:
- ✅ Galaxy Ballistic Recovery Parachute
- ✅ Tow Bar
- ✅ Fitted Aircraft Cover
- ✅ Fresh IFR Signoff
- ✅ Full Documentation, Clear Title
Auction Details
- Hosted by AirSpace Auctions
- Auction Dates: August 20–27, 2025
- Starting Bid: $150,000
- Deposit to Bid: $4,000
- Buyer Premium: 6%
- Viewing: By Appointment in Norwood, MA
Why It Matters
This is not a kit. Not a rebuild. Not a basket case.
This is a turn-key, IFR-equipped, turbocharged, composite aircraft that Sport Pilots can now legally fly thanks to MOSAIC.
You get speed, safety, economy, and flexibility—wrapped in an airframe that weighs less than a Skyhawk and outruns a Bonanza.
Final Approach
Whether you’re a legacy LSA pilot ready for a serious upgrade, or a certificated pilot looking to simplify ownership while keeping your speed fix, N228VL is your golden ticket.
Clean logs. Clean skin. Clean title. Very Clean aircraft.
🛩 Bidding opens August 20. Don’t miss it.
Specifications and/or descriptions are provided as introductory information only and do not constitute representations or warranties. Verification of specifications remains the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
