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1959 PIPER SUPER CUB
Starts from the median asking price of 10 comparable Piper SUPER CUB listings ($147,450), then adjusts for:
- Year +5 vs comparable listings +8.2%
- Airframe time -2,999 hr vs comps +6.0%
- Engine time -171 hr vs comps +1.4%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Piper SUPER CUB |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 702 hrs |
| Engine time | 45 SMOH |
Description
2026 Oshkosh Award Winning PIPER SUPER CUB (PA-18) S/N 18-7119 REGISTRATION: C-FLQE Don’t miss out on this Award winning "Best in Class" Super Cub! Completely refurbished by a reputable Canadian AMO with no expenses spared. The Super Cub is considered to be the ultimate back country airplane and this one is ready for both work and play. With a Penn Yan 180hp engine, 61 gallon fuel capacity, and wing/flight control modifications, this Super Cub can take off and land where no other airplane dares to. Excellent low-speed manners, reliability and versatility is assured. A true example of the cleanest super cub you will ever come across and ready for its new owner with a fresh annual inspection completed. Airplane is beyond show-worthy condition. 0-360 Engine Penn Yan STC – 180HP Engine DE-inhibited in September 2021 and installed (STC SA0035NY) Time since Overhaul: 45 hours Propeller: McCauley 1a200 (STC SA0035NY) Propeller installed September 2021 Time Since Overhaul 45 hours Following Modifications carried out in accordance with approved STCs • PA-18-150 Wings • 30.5 Gallon Extended Range Fuel Tanks installed on L/H and R/H wings • 2000 lb gross weight kit • Airmotive Muffler • Airwolf remote oil filter • Interav Alternator • Booster Tip Wing extensions • Inboard Flap Span extensions • Install of Squared Elevator, Rudder and Horizontal Stab • Extended inboard flaps • PA-22 Windshield defrost • Extended Ailerons • Vortex generators • Whelen Stobe kit assy • Heated Pitot probe • Metal belly panels • 180lb 3rd seat baggage area • Float fittings attached for float installation • Extend heavy duty landing gear legs with new shock struts and hydrasorb assemblies • Cleveland 19-71 wheel/brake kit installed with North River Brake boosters • Goodyear26” tundra tires • Scott 3200 tailwheel & Tailwheel spring & connector kit • Removal of Fuel System header Tank • Additional STCs installed all documented in Technical Log books Avionics Equipment (Enlarged Instrument Panel) • Terra TMA-340D Marker Beacon/audio Panel • Terra TX-760D Com/Radio • Terra TN-200D Nav Receiver • Terra TRI-NAV C Nav Indicator • Terra TDF-100D ADF • Terra TDI-10 ADF Indicator • Terra TGPS-400D GPS • Terra TRT-250D • ACK E-04 406ELT • Headset interface BOSE (x2) Weights • Gross Weight – 2000lbs • Empty Weight – 1262.5lbs Scorecard • Paint/fabric -10/10 • Interior – 10/10 • Powerplant condition/installation – 10/10 • Overall condition – 10/10 Fresh annual Completed Aircraft Located in Nova Scotia
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.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Piper SUPER CUB lands versus other Piper SUPER CUB listings on fyiAero.
Price
79th pct$196k · 79th percentile of 14 listings
Airframe time
21st pct702 hours total (TTAF) · 21st percentile of 14 listings
Engine time
21st pct45 hours since major overhaul · 21st percentile of 14 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1959 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | SUPER CUB |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | C-FLQE |
Airframe
| Total Time | 702.7 |
|---|
Engine
| Engine 1 Time | 45 SMOH |
|---|---|
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
Operating costs & specifications — Piper PA 18 135 Super Cub
Typical model-level figures for the Piper PA 18 135 Super Cub (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 470 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 95 kts · 109 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 525.0 / 350.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The PA-18-135 Super Cub seats up to 1 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
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