2008 Sapphire LSA Mk2 Manufacturing Package + 3 Aircraft

$AUD40,000

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a complete Sapphire LSA Mk2 airplane manufacturing package, including molds, jigs, templates, manuals, and three aircraft in various stages of airworthiness.

This sale represents a total solution for aviation enthusiasts, builders, and manufacturers looking to:

• Expand aircraft manufacturing capability

• Start their own aircraft production project

• Restore or replicate the Sapphire LSA Mk2

• Develop electric-powered or remote piloted aircraft

• Acquire a unique piece of Australian aviation history

These aircraft and tooling were part of a hands-on, single-operator manufacturing setup, with FRP components outsourced and parts fabricated using standard workshop equipment (lathe, mill drill, band saw, etc.). Production time historically averaged approximately three months per aircraft.

1️⃣ Molds & Jigs Included

All molds, jigs, and templates are serviceable and were used in aircraft production. While not new, they remain capable of producing aircraft parts to a satisfactory standard with routine mold preparation.

The tooling covers every major aircraft component, including:

• Fuselage molds

• Wing molds

• Tail section molds

• Canopy and jig templates

• Landing gear molds

• Control surface molds (rudder, ailerons, etc.)

• Firewall molds

• Bulkhead molds

• FRP manufacturing manuals

• Early kit assembly manuals

These molds are ideal for:

• Continuing production

• Restoration projects

• Replicating original aircraft designs

• Custom FRP aircraft manufacturing

2️⃣ Templates Included

The package also includes detailed internal component templates to speed up and simplify manufacturing:

• Bulkhead templates

• FRP patterns for all parts

• Rib templates

• Former templates

These templates allow accurate cutting and assembly, saving significant build time for future production.

3️⃣ Aircraft Included (Three Total)

Aircraft 1 – Sapphire LSA Mk2 (Registration 19-4825)

• Condition: Flying, good condition

• Engine: Rotax 503

• Includes all modifications and options

Aircraft 2 – Sapphire LSA Mk2 (Registration 25-056)

• Condition: Disassembled, not currently registered

• Originally factory built

• Modified outside CAO 95:25 specifications

• Requires special permit to fly

• Requires clean-up and detailed inspection

• Engine: Rotax 447

• Structurally reasonable condition

Aircraft 3 – Sapphire 10 (Registration 10-0077)

• Condition: Disassembled

• Not currently flyable

• Built to original design

• 150 kg empty weight configuration

• Engine: 28 HP KFM

• Suitable as electric-powered test platform

• May qualify under US FAA FAR Part 103

Project Potential

This package is ideal for:

• Aircraft manufacturing startups

• Electric aircraft development

• FRP aircraft production

• Custom builds

• Restoration specialists

• Aviation entrepreneurs

Rarely does a complete set of molds, jigs, templates, manuals, and multiple aircraft become available in one transaction.

Storage & Transport

• Molds and jigs have been stored carefully

• Two aircraft are currently disassembled for easy transport

• The flying aircraft can be flown or disassembled for relocation

Additional Notes

• No lowball offers

• Fair pricing based on rarity and completeness of package

• Located in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia