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Multi-Engine Piston

1960 CESSNA 310D

🕒 Listed 3 months ago
$199,000
fyiEstimate $158,500–$162,500 ⓘ How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 4 comparable Cessna 310D listings ($169,000), then adjusts for:

  • Airframe time -306 hr vs comps +0.6%
  • Engine time -129 hr vs comps +1.8%
  • No Modern GPS navigator (50% of comps have one) -7.0%
  • ADS-B (75% of comps) +0.7%
  • Market supply: 4 for sale of 56 FAA-registered -1.0%

Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.

1960
3,913 hrs
6817T ✈ Flight Tracking
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39117
CONTINENTAL IO470D
2
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FA83
Paul M Erickson Individual
Per the FAA aircraft registry (public record)
📍 Okahumpka, FL

Overview

Make / ModelCessna 310D
TypeMulti-Engine Piston
Airframe time3,913 hrs
Engine time761 SMOH
Avionics / Nav / com radioGarmin SL30
Avionics / AutopilotS-TEC 50
ADS-BYes
AirworthyYes
Autopilot ADS-B

Description

Hiller Aviation Brokerage & Consulting is proud to offer this 1960 Cessna 310D — N6817T, "Song Bird III" This is the last of three aircraft associated with the beloved CBS/NBC series Sky King (1951–1959), starring Kirby Grant and Gloria Winters — 72 episodes that helped make the Cessna 310 Songbird one of the most recognizable aircraft in television history. Recipient of multiple aviation preservation and restoration awards, including EAA Oshkosh 2002 Grand Champion Contemporary, 2009 Contemporary Preservation Award, and Sun 'n Fun 2003 & 2022 Contemporary Outstanding in Type. A unique aircraft with a distinguished restoration record, representing an important chapter in both American aviation and popular culture. MAJOR AWARDS: Oshkosh: 2002 Grand Champion Contemporary 2009 Contemporary Preservation Award Sun N Fun: 2003 Contemporary Outstanding in Type 2022 Contemporary Outstanding in Type Disclaimer The Seller and Agent provide the information herein solely to assist prospective buyers in evaluating the aircraft. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, errors and omissions may occur. All specifications, equipment, features, times, statuses, and conditions are the sole responsibility of the Buyer to verify prior to closing. Neither Seller nor Agent shall be held liable for any discrepancies, errors, or omissions discovered after closing, nor are they obligated to provide any equipment, features, inspections, or other considerations beyond what is expressly agreed upon. All aircraft, equipment, and prices are subject to change without notice and are subject to prior sale, withdrawal, or unavailability.

Modifications

ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS: Cessna 310-R style interior upgrade — complete re-upholstery, dome light, gear handle, cover panels Corrosion treatment of wings, control surfaces, tail, and fuselage with ACF-50 Left prop dynamically balanced (2017, Doug Seibel A&P) FAA Form 337s on file: landing gear, panel, brakes, engines, props, alternators, autopilot, ADS-B, and more STC SA00799CH (Hartzell prop conversion) on file Weight & Balance current — empty weight 3,386 lbs Yellow-tag release certificates for all major components

Avionics

AVIONICS: Garmin GMX200 MFD Garmin/Apollo GX60 GPS /Comm Garmin SL30 Nav/Comm S-TEC 50 Two-Axis Autopilot with Altitude Hold Apollo SL70 Transponder (Mode C) with blind encoder Apollo SL15M Audio Panel uAvionix tailBeacon ADS-B Out Electronics Intl EGTs Davtron M800 Chronometer Davtron M655 Weston altimeter, VSI, DG — all overhauled Avionics fan Ameri-King AK-450 ELT Pilot-static system certified

Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)

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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)

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General

Year1960
ManufacturerCESSNA
Model310D
Serial Number39117
Registration #6817T
ConditionUsed
Based atFA83

Airframe

Total Time3,913
Useful Load1,444 lb
Complete LogsYes

Engine 1

Engine 1 Make/ModelCONTINENTAL IO470D
Engine 1 Horsepower260 HP
Engine 1 Time761 SMOH
Engine 1 TBO1500

Engine 2

Engine 2 Make/ModelCONTINENTAL IO470D
Engine 2 Horsepower260 HP
Engine 2 Time761 SMOH
Engine 2 TBO1500

Avionics

ADS-B EquippedYes
Avionics/RadiosAVIONICS: Garmin GMX200 MFD Garmin/Apollo GX60 GPS /Comm Garmin SL30 Nav/Comm S-TEC 50 Two-Axis Autopilot with Altitude Hold Apollo SL70 Transponder (Mode C) with blind encoder Apollo SL15M Audio Panel uAvionix tailBeacon ADS-B Out Electronics Intl EGTs Davtron M800 Chronometer Davtron M655 Weston altimeter, VSI, DG — all overhauled Avionics fan Ameri-King AK-450 ELT Pilot-static system certified

Modifications/Conversions

Modifications/ConversionsADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS: Cessna 310-R style interior upgrade — complete re-upholstery, dome light, gear handle, cover panels Corrosion treatment of wings, control surfaces, tail, and fuselage with ACF-50 Left prop dynamically balanced (2017, Doug Seibel A&P) FAA Form 337s on file: landing gear, panel, brakes, engines, props, alternators, autopilot, ADS-B, and more STC SA00799CH (Hartzell prop conversion) on file Weight & Balance current — empty weight 3,386 lbs Yellow-tag release certificates for all major components

Inspection Status

AirworthyYes

Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 310

Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 310 (not this specific airframe).

$37,164annual budget · 90 hrs/yr
$258variable cost / hour
$1.45cost per nm
25.0gph fuel burn
$137,364avg pre-owned asking fyiEstimate  $158,500–$162,500

Performance & dimensions

Range640 nm
Cruise speed178 kts · 205 mph
Takeoff / landing1120.0 / 1285.0

About this plane

Twin engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The 310 seats up to 4 passengers plus 1 pilot.

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Last flight

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