Cubcrafters Carbon Cub Aircraft in Texas
Texas has one of the largest active GA pilot populations in the US, with extensive aircraft infrastructure across Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio metros and strong support networks for most major aircraft brands. Major flight schools, dealer networks, MRO facilities and overhaul shops are concentrated here.
2 used Cubcrafters Carbon Cub aircraft for sale in Texas · $319K – $379K · updated 4 hours ago
About the Cubcrafters Carbon Cub
The CubCrafters Carbon Cub is the modern STOL icon — a Cub-shaped two-seater rebuilt with carbon-fibre and modern materials to be light (often under 1,000 lb empty) yet powerful (~180 hp), delivering short-field takeoff and landing numbers measured in feet, not hundreds of feet. Available as the Carbon Cub SS (Light Sport), the FX (factory-assist kit) and the EX (experimental kit), it is the benchmark backcountry and STOL-competition machine.
Cubcrafters Carbon Cub Specifications
Model specThe Cubcrafters Carbon Cub is a aircraft with a cruise speed of 96 kt (178 km/h), a range of 390 nm (722 km).
2 Cubcrafters Carbon Cub For Sale
There are currently 2 used Cubcrafters Carbon Cub for sale, ranging from $319,000 to $379,500, with a median asking price of $349,250.
Cubcrafters Carbon Cub Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Cub FX-3 | — | — | — | — | — | $349K – $399K | — | 3 |
Compare Cubcrafters Carbon Cub
See how the Cubcrafters Carbon Cub stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
Cubcrafters Carbon Cub Price & Cost
How much does a Cubcrafters Carbon Cub cost? Used Carbon Cub prices: $319K – $379K, average $349K (median $349K), across 2 priced of 2 active listings.
Based on 1 priced listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Cubcrafters Carbon Cub Value by Model Year
Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.
Lowest around $197,450 (2010 models) · highest around $379,500 (2023). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Cubcrafters Carbon Cub
When buying a Cubcrafters Carbon Cub, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.
What to check before buying
- Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
- Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Cubcrafters Carbon Cub
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Cubcrafters Carbon Cub Inventory by Country
| United States | 25 |
Cubcrafters Carbon Cub by Price
| Under $200k | 4 |
| Under $300k | 14 |
| Under $500k | 25 |
Cubcrafters Carbon Cub by Decade
| 2020s | 2 |
Recently Sold Cubcrafters Carbon Cub
| 2017 CARBON CUB FX-2 | $279,000 |
| 2023 Carbon Cub FX-3 | $409,000 |
| 2025 CARBON CUB EX2.5 | $295,000 |
| 2009 CC11-160 CARBON CUB SS | $192,500 |
Cubcrafters Carbon Cub Safety Record
Across all Carbon Cub variants, 1 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2025–2025. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 07, 2025 | Thompsonville, MI | Minor | — |
NTSB records 2025–2025. Includes all Cubcrafters Carbon Cub variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.