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1978 CESSNA 340A
Starts from the median asking price of 71 comparable Cessna 340A listings ($299,000), then adjusts for:
- Engine time +508 hr vs comps -7.1%
- Garmin GTN 750Xi (14% of comps) +12.6%
- Garmin G500 (24% of comps) +6.9%
- Autopilot (79% of comps) +0.5%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 340A |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 4,763 hrs |
| Engine time | 950 SMOH |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN G500 TXI |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750Xi, GTN 650 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN GI 275, GARMIN G500 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | GARMIN GFC 600 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | Garmin GMA345 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GTN 650Xi |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | August 2025 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
1978 Cessna 340A | Garmin TXi Panel | Pressurized | Excellent Value Registration: C-GDPC Serial Number: 340A0342 This 1978 Cessna 340A is a highly capable pressurized cabin-class twin, featuring a fully modern Garmin glass cockpit, strong engine times, and excellent useful load. A turnkey aircraft ideal for owner-operators or corporate missions requiring reliable, high-altitude performance. Airframe Total Time: 4,763.6 Hours Useful Load: 2,123.32 lbs Pressurized cabin for comfortable high-altitude flight Engines Continental TSIO-520-NB LH Engine: 950 SMOH RH Engine: 1,297 SMOH Top Overhaul: Completed on both engines ~200 hours ago Strong-running engines with recent top overhaul supporting reliability and market confidence. Propellers Overhauled in 2018 and 2020 Maintenance Annual Inspection: Completed August 2025 Avionics – Fully Upgraded Garmin Suite Garmin G500 TXi – Primary Flight Display / MFD Garmin GI 275 – Standby Instrument with ADAHRS Garmin GTN 750Xi – WAAS GPS/NAV/COM Garmin GTN 650Xi – WAAS GPS/NAV/COM Garmin GFC 600 – Digital Autopilot with Envelope Protection Garmin GTX 345DR – ADS-B In/Out (Bluetooth) Garmin GMA 345 – Digital Audio Panel with Bluetooth Garmin GEA 110 – Integrated Engine Monitoring Highlights Fully integrated Garmin glass cockpit WAAS / LPV capable ADS-B In/Out compliant Pressurized for flight above weather Strong useful load for class Recent engine top overhaul adds confidence and value Summary This aircraft offers an outstanding balance of modern avionics, pressurized comfort, and proven performance. With its upgraded panel and solid engine program, C-GDPC stands out as a compelling option in the 340A market. Aircraft is subject to verification of specifications, logs, times, damage and all equipment listed.
Avionics
Fully upgraded Garmin glass cockpit featuring: Garmin G500 TXi – Primary flight display / multi-function display Garmin GI 275 – Standby flight instrument with ADAHRS Garmin GTN 750Xi – WAAS GPS/NAV/COM touchscreen navigator Garmin GTN 650Xi – WAAS GPS/NAV/COM touchscreen navigator Garmin GFC 600 – Digital autopilot with advanced stability and envelope protection Garmin GTX 345DR – Remote ADS-B In/Out transponder with Bluetooth connectivity Garmin GMA 345 – Digital audio panel with Bluetooth Garmin GEA 110 – Engine monitoring interface integrated with TXi display
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna 340A lands versus other Cessna 340A listings on fyiAero.
Price
63rd pct$350k · 63rd percentile of 71 listings
Airframe time
47th pct4,763 hours total (TTAF) · 47th percentile of 74 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
72nd pct950 hours since major overhaul · 72nd percentile of 74 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
82nd pct1,297 hours since major overhaul · 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 | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 340A |
| Serial Number | 340A0342 |
| Registration # | C-GDPC |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 4,763.6 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 6,300 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 4,176.64 lb |
| Useful Load | 2,123.36 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 163 gal |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL TSIO520NB |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Horsepower | 310 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 950 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1600 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL TSIO520NB |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Horsepower | 310 HP |
| Engine 2 Time | 1,297 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 1600 |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Model | 3AF32C505 |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
| Prop 2 Model | 3AF32C505 |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G500 TXI |
|---|---|
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTN 750XI |
| GPS 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTN 650XI |
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX345R |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GFC600 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Fully upgraded Garmin glass cockpit featuring: Garmin G500 TXi – Primary flight display / multi-function display Garmin GI 275 – Standby flight instrument with ADAHRS Garmin GTN 750Xi – WAAS GPS/NAV/COM touchscreen navigator Garmin GTN 650Xi – WAAS GPS/NAV/COM touchscreen navigator Garmin GFC 600 – Digital autopilot with advanced stability and envelope protection Garmin GTX 345DR – Remote ADS-B In/Out transponder with Bluetooth connectivity Garmin GMA 345 – Digital audio panel with Bluetooth Garmin GEA 110 – Engine monitoring interface integrated with TXi display |
Additional Equipment
| Pressurized | Yes |
|---|---|
| Oxygen System | Yes |
| Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) | Yes |
Modifications/Conversions
| Vortex Generators | Yes |
|---|
Interior
| Number of Seats | 6 |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Passenger |
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Inspection August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 340
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 340 (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,258 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 210 kts · 242 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 1760.0 / 765.0 |
About this plane
Twin engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The 340 seats up to 5 passengers plus 1 pilot.
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