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1946 GRUMMAN G44 WIDGEON
Starts from the median asking price of 6 comparable Grumman Multi-Engine Piston listings ($630,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time -384 hr vs comps +0.8%
- Modern GPS navigator (83% of comps) +2.3%
- Market supply: 3 for sale of 29 FAA-registered -4.1%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Grumman G44 WIDGEON |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 6,738 hrs |
| Engine time | 215 SMOH |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN GNS530W |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 345 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | Garmin GI 275 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | Garmin GMA345 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GNS530W |
| Avionics / Autopilot | Century III |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | May 2026 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
N44CH has undergone an exceptional, multi-year restoration, with the owner investing more than $230,000 to bring the aircraft to an outstanding standard.
Modifications
Hydraulic System Overhauled: OH the hydraulic pump, check valves & pressure relief valve, & actuators; and a new accumulator and hoses installed in 2024-2025 New Wheels and Brakes, master cylinders and brake lines. ($14K) 2025 New Tailwheel & Solid Tire, 2023 Fuel tanks: Two main tanks 90 gallon per side/180 total. The tanks were renovated and resealed by the leading experts SEAL Aviation for $48.5K, 2024 Wolf Oil Filter Kits installed, 2025 Magnetos Overhauled 2025
Avionics
Garmin Avionics Updated Panel ($90K) by Select Avionics KTKI, 2024: GNS 530W, Freshly OH from Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel GI 275 x 2 AI/DG GNC 255A 2nd radio GTX 345 Transponder/ADS-B GA35/GMU11 Flight Stream 210 Stratus Charging Ports in the cockpit and cabin All new wiring to headsets for twin plugs and Lemo plug at all 5 stations Century III Auto Pilot and servos Overhauled JPI EDM Engine Monitor 4 Bilge Pumps
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 530 is a drop-in upgrade to the GTN 750Xi — bigger touchscreen, WAAS/LPV, and modern nav/comm/MFD.
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 ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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General
| Year | 1946 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GRUMMAN |
| Model | G44 WIDGEON |
| Serial Number | 1454 |
| Registration # | N44CH |
| Condition | Used |
| Based at | Texas |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,738 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING GO-480-B1A6 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 215 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1400 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Time | 215 |
|---|
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GNS530W |
|---|---|
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin Avionics Updated Panel ($90K) by Select Avionics KTKI, 2024: GNS 530W, Freshly OH from Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel GI 275 x 2 AI/DG GNC 255A 2nd radio GTX 345 Transponder/ADS-B GA35/GMU11 Flight Stream 210 Stratus Charging Ports in the cockpit and cabin All new wiring to headsets for twin plugs and Lemo plug at all 5 stations Century III Auto Pilot and servos Overhauled JPI EDM Engine Monitor 4 Bilge Pumps |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Hydraulic System Overhauled: OH the hydraulic pump, check valves & pressure relief valve, & actuators; and a new accumulator and hoses installed in 2024-2025 New Wheels and Brakes, master cylinders and brake lines. ($14K) 2025 New Tailwheel & Solid Tire, 2023 Fuel tanks: Two main tanks 90 gallon per side/180 total. The tanks were renovated and resealed by the leading experts SEAL Aviation for $48.5K, 2024 Wolf Oil Filter Kits installed, 2025 Magnetos Overhauled 2025 |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2025 |
|---|
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2024 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Inspection Completed May 2026. This plane has a great pedigree and was the aircraft to fly the first Young Eagle ride at Oshkosh by the owner and aerobatic world champion, Charlie Hillard. The Hillard’s owned this plane since the 80’s. Aircraft located in TX. Contact Courtesy Aircraft to Schedule a Showing! SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION UPON INSPECTION |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
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Last flight
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