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1966 HUGHES TH-55A Piston Helicopters
Starts from the median asking price of 7 comparable HUGHES Helicopter listings ($234,500), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +615 hr vs comps -1.2%
- Market supply: 3 for sale of 97 FAA-registered +1.9%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | HUGHES TH-55A Piston Helicopters |
|---|---|
| Type | Helicopter |
| Airframe time | 4,295 hrs |
| Engine time | 85 SMOH |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 327 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
Detailed Description Offered for sale is a nationally award-winning, fully restored and airworthy U.S. Army TH-55A Osage helicopter presented in authentic military configuration and certificated in the Standard Airworthiness Category. Restoration was completed in June 2023. The aircraft debuted at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in July 2023 and was judged: • Best Warbird Helicopter • Silver Wrench Award • Judges Choice Award Fresh annual inspection completed February 2026. All Airworthiness Directives complied with. Turnkey and ready to fly. March 2026 Annual. Times will change, as helicopter is flown regularly. Key Specifications This helicopter is a "True" TH-55A Trainer, it is registered as a 269A with a Standard Airworthiness Certificate Component Time/Status Engine 85Hrs SMOH Main Rotor Blades 300Hrs Since New Tail Rotor Blades 885Hrs Since New / 5,000hr Life Limit (4,100+Hrs Remaining) Airworthiness Standard Category, All ADs Complied Logbooks Complete & Clean Title/Registration Clear & Current ________________________________________ Avionics & Equipment • Garmin GNC 250XL GPS / VHF • Garmin GTX 327 Transponder • Technisonic TDFM-6148 FM Transceiver • PAI-7000 Vertical Card Compass • FACET Cabin Heater • Paravion Heliporter for ground handling ________________________________________ Operational Status • Fully Flying & Excellent Handling • Demonstration Flights Available to Qualified Buyers • Hangered & Professionally Maintained ________________________________________ Highlights / Selling Points • Award-Winning Restoration & Provenance • Low-Time Engine & Rotors • Collector-Grade Military Trainer • Authentic Military Finish with Modern Avionics • Ready for Year-Round Operation ________________________________________ Includes • Paravion Heliporter for ground handling • Hughes/Schweizer Specialty Tooling • FACET Cabin Heater 14 Year restoration completed in June 2023 Completely striped, inspected and refinished. All Windows replaced with new Tech-Tool panels Restoration completed June 2023 with emphasis on authenticity, mechanical integrity, and presentation quality. Multiple U.S. Army TH-55A airframes were consolidated to produce one correct, high-quality flying example. Fit, finish, and detailing meet award-winning standards while maintaining full operational capability.
Modifications
Lycoming HIO360-B1A 180hp 85.2 hours since complete overhaul Main Rotor Blades x3, 254 hours since new refinished January 2026 Tail Rotor Blades x2, 872 hours since new inspected and refinished April 2025 by Advanced Composites
Avionics
Garmin GNC 250XL GPS / VHF Transceiver Garmin GTX 327 Technisonic TDFM-6148 PAI-7000 Vertical Card Compass Modern, reliable avionics integrated into a period-correct military presentation
