1977 CESSNA 421C
Starts from the median asking price of 56 comparable CESSNA 421C listings ($449,950), then adjusts for:
- Year -2 vs comparable listings -3.0%
- Engine time -747 hr vs comps +2.2%
- Market supply: 69 for sale of 497 FAA-registered -5.0%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | CESSNA 421C |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 6,210 hrs |
| Engine time | 12 SOH |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX330 |
| Avionics / Other | Garmin GNS-430W |
| Annual | November 2024 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Rare Opportunity: Cessna Golden Eagle 421C – A Gem from Private Ownership For sale is an exceptionally well-maintained Cessna 421C Golden Eagle in excellent condition. Over the course of four decades, this aircraft has been meticulously cared for and flown accident-free by a single owner and pilot. The left engine was completely overhauled in November 2023 and has only 12 operating hours. The right engine is in perfect condition with 1,065 operating hours. • Excellent Maintenance: The left engine was recently overhauled, and all inspections are up to date. • Rare Opportunity: This Cessna 421C is a popular travel aircraft, known for its smooth and quiet engines. • Unique Flying Experience: Enjoy the comfort of a 5- to 7-seat aircraft. This is your chance to acquire a truly unique aircraft from private ownership. Contact us for more information or to arrange a viewing at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse / LFSB. Don't miss out on this opportunity! Swiss VAT paid! Asking 290.000€ open for negotiation! Remarks: The aircraft is available for sale immediately or by appointment at LFSB and can be viewed at any time at the EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse GAC – special airport (Switzerland / France). A local test flight around LFSB is also possible upon request. Serious inquiries only – both private buyers and companies are welcome. Feel free to contact us by email or schedule a viewing. We look forward to hearing from you!
Avionics
• New GPS upgrade completed in November 2020 • 1 new Garmin GPS 430 with WAAS (November 2020) and data connections • Weather Radar: Bendix ART-161 RADAR upgrade (September 2024), new overhaul including display • 2 Transponders: Bendix King KT 73 T50 and a new Bendix King KN 62A TSO GTX 330 SN-23423148, newly overhauled • ADF: ARC C-1046A • DME: Bendix King KN 62A 150 (Overhaul September 2024) • COM 1: Bendix King KX 165A TSO, COM/Nav. 8.33 kHz • COM 2: Included in Garmin GNS 430W (WAAS GPS/NAV/COM) • Flight Director / Autopilot: ARC (IFCS 800 B)
How this aircraft compares
Where this CESSNA 421C lands versus other CESSNA 421C listings on fyiAero.
Price
20th pct$335k · 20th percentile of 56 listings
Airframe time
50th pct6,210 hours total (TTAF) · 50th percentile of 70 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
6th pct12 hours since overhaul · 6th percentile of 68 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
82nd pct1,065 engine hours · 82nd percentile of 68 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 | 1977 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 421C |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N87PP |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,210 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 7,579 lb |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Serial Number | 235312 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 12 SOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1600 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Serial Number | 235302H |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 1,065 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | • New GPS upgrade completed in November 2020 • 1 new Garmin GPS 430 with WAAS (November 2020) and data connections • Weather Radar: Bendix ART-161 RADAR upgrade (September 2024), new overhaul including display • 2 Transponders: Bendix King KT 73 T50 and a new Bendix King KN 62A TSO GTX 330 SN-23423148, newly overhauled • ADF: ARC C-1046A • DME: Bendix King KN 62A 150 (Overhaul September 2024) • COM 1: Bendix King KX 165A TSO, COM/Nav. 8.33 kHz • COM 2: Included in Garmin GNS 430W (WAAS GPS/NAV/COM) • Flight Director / Autopilot: ARC (IFCS 800 B) |
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Interior
| Year Interior | 2020 |
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Exterior
| Year Painted | 2019 |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | • Maintenance: The last 200-hour / annual inspection was completed in November 2024 (previous maintenance details are available in the flight log). • Left Engine: Only 12 hours since the complete overhaul in November 2023. • Three new tires, including tubes, were replaced in September 2024. • All brakes were fully overhauled in November 2024. |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |