1940 DEHAVILLAND DH-82A
Starts from the median asking price of 85 comparable Single-Engine Piston listings ($145,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -5 vs comparable listings -7.5%
- Airframe time -2,964 hr vs comps +5.9%
- Engine time -275 hr vs comps +2.2%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | DeHavilland DH-82A |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 23 hrs |
| Engine time | 23 SMOH |
Description
Detailed Description Experience aviation history with this meticulously restored 1940 DeHavilland DH-82 Tiger Moth. This exceptional aircraft features a total time of only 23 hours since restoration and includes complete logs for full traceability. The extensive restoration highlights a complete wing rebuild with new spars and ribs, a fuselage overhaul and recover, and new stainless flying and landing wires. Power is provided by a Gipsy engine with 23 hours SMOH paired with a 2-blade Hoffman propeller. Additional value is included with a matching number spare Gipsy engine on a stand. The cockpit boasts a leather interior and refurbished avionics, including a Bendix King KY 97 and ELT 406. With a certified night lighting system and a 2015 paint and interior refresh, this aircraft is ready for the skies. Restoration highlights include: Complete wing rebuild with new spars and ribs Fuselage overhaul and recover New stainless flying and landing wires New control cables Landing gear overhauled with brake system New sheet metal and cowlings Leather cockpit interior Certified night lighting system Wind generator All avionics refurbished or new ELT 406 Bendix King KY 97 tso
Modifications
Gipsy engine - 23 Hrs. SMOH Hoffman propeller - 23 Hrs. Matching number spare Gipsy engine included (on stand)
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
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