Jabiru Aircraft J430

Single Piston

The Jabiru J430 is a four-seat, high-wing light sport aircraft designed and manufactured by Jabiru Aircraft in Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia. First certified in 2008, the J430 represents the company's move into the four-place market, building on the success of their earlier two-seat designs. Powered by Jabiru's own 3300cc horizontally-opposed four-cylinder engine producing 120 horsepower, the aircraft features composite construction with a steel-tube cabin frame, offering a practical blend of performance and economy for private owners and flight training operations. The J430's spacious cabin and docile handling characteristics make it popular in the Australian recreational aviation market, where it competes with certified aircraft like the Cessna 172 at a significantly lower acquisition cost. With a cruise speed around 100 knots and a range of approximately 500 nautical miles, the type serves well for local touring and training missions. The aircraft's relatively low operating costs—driven by the simple air-cooled engine and minimal systems—have made it an attractive option for owner-operators seeking four-seat capability without the expense of traditional certified aircraft. SkyMeter has tracked flights across airframes and operators, with the largest observed operator.