The Flying Fish, introduced in the late 1960s by the Alcort division of AMF, was designed to bridge the gap between the minimalist, board-style Sunfish and more traditional family daysailers. At 14 feet in length, it represented a significant evolution for designers Alexander Bryan and Cortlandt Heyniger, who sought to apply the simplicity of the lateen rig to a more substantial hull with a proper cockpit. While the Sunfish achieved global ubiquity, the Flying Fish was positioned as the "gentleman’s" alternative—offering more stability, a higher dry-weight capacity, and a "sit-in" rather than "sit-on" experience that appealed to families and older sailors.
Flying Fish Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Flying
- Model
- Fish
- Builder
- AMF Alcort
- Designer
- Carter Pyle/Joe Quigg
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1970 - ??
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $3,475 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Cutter 19 | 23.62' | $17,962 | 14 | 9 |
| Com-Pac Sun Cat 17-2 | 17.33' | $18,450 | 13 | 3 |
| Catalina Capri 14.2 | 14.17' | $4,000 | 10 | 2 |
| Com-Pac Picnic Cat | 14' | $6,500 | 8 | 2 |
| Friendship 22 | 22' | $9,425 | 7 | 4 |
| Flying Scot | 19' | $17,850 | 4 | 0 |
| Menger Cat 19 | 19' | $12,945 | 4 | 1 |
| American Sail 14.6 | 14.5' | $4,975 | 4 | 1 |
| Catalina 16.5 | 16.33' | $13,500 | 4 | 0 |
| Flying Fish | $3,475 | 1 | 1 | |
| Cornish Crabbers Shrimper 21 | 24.83' | $50,720 | 1 | 1 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3,475 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Flying Fish cost?
- The median asking price for a used Flying Fish over the past 12 months is $3,475. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Flying Fish sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Flying Fish listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Flying Fish prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Flying Fish has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- What are similar sailboats to the Flying Fish?
- Comparable models include the Cape Cutter 19, Com-Pac Sun Cat 17-2, Catalina Capri 14.2. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.