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1978 CESSNA 421C
Starts from the median asking price of 64 comparable Cessna 421C listings ($440,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Airframe time +670 hr vs comps -1.3%
- Engine time -739 hr vs comps +10.4%
- Modern GPS navigator (75% of comps) +3.5%
- Autopilot (69% of comps) +0.9%
- ADS-B (61% of comps) +1.0%
- Market supply: 68 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 | 6,877 hrs |
| Engine time | 1 SNEW |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN GNS530W |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 330ES, Garmin GTX327 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | GARMIN GMA 340 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | AVIDYNE IFD440 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GNS530W |
| Avionics / Weather radar | RDR-160 |
| Avionics / Datalink weather | GDL-69, GDL-88 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
A clean Golden Eagle with FACTORY BRAND NEW ENGINES Maximizes operational ROI through a lower cost of entry, lower downtime, and more time in the air. Garmin avionics, FIKI, AP w/ FD, GNS-530W & IFD-440 GPS-Coms, GDL-88 ADS-B In & Out, GDL-69A XM Weather, RDR-160 Wx Radar, JPI-700 GEM, MX-20 MFD, Dual XPDR's. Fresh Cessna Svc Center annual inspection ! Documents: - N67JV-Annual 2026.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11044428233&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=bOF0umWYsLYDwxPNDGr3nXtp56UIYxNeP%2ba0aacYw2bpZbhdE52aeGiHgJz1CJPvUMwSRY729XA%3d - Recent Maintenance.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11039393893&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=WxPxwcX4jl0JP3QIAOXuAvEQSsQlK5GVYqwYKrO9C6G7AdnTUs2n2WGgc2zX9YPCojlR3pt76UQ%3d - Right Propeller Log.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=10024791169&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=cQhOmkHX8cnBcUDdTh7Uf%2fNsTBj7rXOlefBURSmGiNWhwIk85SaWg9fk1LZt4sYLPwlEKdTM8Zg%3d - Left Propeller Log.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=10024791042&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=cQhOmkHX8cntVW%2bi1NXZiKMUUGJi77Gd%2bwGpfJvXOi2fJvKR%2b41qmNVS%2fDwkPgVz6ns5CXzOc9o%3d - Left Engine Log.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=10024791163&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=cQhOmkHX8clfriPIs0qdYCFc6G%2bgZXed2ccyNs0Mk8B3oJzhUfsC%2bcUUvY145oNQ65GttStrAFE%3d - Right Engine Log.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=10024791145&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=cQhOmkHX8cmLTAuLCeCcQDjYpRjNaBp%2bUMC%2bXV1%2f63MrRhrUUFK5xLzUB4zyMViS%2fqVimYiGD1M%3d - Aircraft Log 1.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=10024791140&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=cQhOmkHX8cnEFTjufCL9zvpH96RVGM1J%2bXHWgE5TeHXE6ZhvubMGsicgBSwxi7bzxDfOD0qstZ8%3d - Aircraft Log 2.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=10024791125&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=cQhOmkHX8cmiJs9D5FcHYQpTJTxBRpnMLzUObqJy0StXy71ppBgq1IgNKhrbRZrfXSeiWt1YhpM%3d - Aircraft Log 3.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=10024791112&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=cQhOmkHX8cmz3ONb%2fNQxV%2bRLR7FcvizVcNODIB2Gn8g8aoYTZtC6Y6ruAroUwah4pozfIfMgTog%3d - Aircraft Log 4.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=10024791108&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=cQhOmkHX8cnHpHubN%2fiUiXE44%2boIDF3StHCCjJSunsACEtRlKJBP4AfOigoyqc7BrZim3W%2b3I78%3d - Aircraft Log 5.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=10024791052&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=cQhOmkHX8ckL7oU6TIrzqiAyb8jabjbZbRfF4fcN7KOwhy5TkPULLMl9Sm%2bZ05MvFNHVhUU6p9M%3d - Aircraft Log 6.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=10024791047&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=cQhOmkHX8cmrBQjPFHfQLUK62LapD%2f1WZt5LwffWAXgwMiAzR%2bn6U%2bjd0uXlmu%2bcN5pXirnZD3I%3d
Modifications
Factory FIKI Certified for Icing Conditions Electrically Heated Windshield Co-Pilot Instrumentation LED Landing, Taxi, Nav Lights Wing Storage Lockers Dual Executive Writing Tables Dual Passenger USB Charging Ports
Avionics
Garmin GNS-530W GPS/NAV/COM #1 Avidyne IDF-440 GPS/NAV/COM #2 Garmin GTX-330ES Transponder #1 Garmin GTX-327 Transponder #2 Garmin GMA-340 Audio Panel Garmin GDL 88H WAAS Datalink w/ ADS-B IN & OUT with FIS-B & SIRIUS/XM Weather & TIS-B Traffic Garmin Flightstream 210 Garmin GDL-69 XM Satellite Weather Bendix/King RDR-160 Monochrome Weather Radar JPI EDM-700 Digital Graphic Engine Monitor Apollo MX-20 Multi-Function Display Cessna 400 Autopilot w/ Hdg, Nav & GPS Tracking, Flight Director, Approach Mode, Glideslope & LPV Coupling, Pitch Mode, Altitude Hold & Altitude Pre-Select
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 530 is a drop-in upgrade to the GTN 750Xi — bigger touchscreen, WAAS/LPV, and modern nav/comm/MFD.
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 Cessna 421C lands versus other Cessna 421C listings on fyiAero.
Price
95th pct$595k · 95th percentile of 64 listings
Airframe time
69th pct6,877 hours total (TTAF) · 69th percentile of 67 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
3rd pct1 hours since new · 3rd percentile of 65 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
3rd pct1 hours since major overhaul · 3rd percentile of 65 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
Documents
General
| Year | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 421C |
| Serial Number | 421C0429 |
| Registration # | N67JV |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | KTUL |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,877 |
|---|---|
| Range | 1,000 NM |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 7,450 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 5,183 lb |
| Useful Load | 2,266 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 234 gal |
| Auxiliary Fuel Tank | Yes |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL GTSIO520L |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | 1049504 |
| Engine 1 Horsepower | 375 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 1 SNEW |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1600 |
| Year Engine 1 Overhauled or Installed as New | 2026 |
| Engine 1 Time Remaining To Overhaul | 1599 |
| Engine 1 Turbocharged | Yes |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL GTSIO520L |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | 1050378 |
| Engine 2 Horsepower | 375 HP |
| Engine 2 Time | 1 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 1600 |
| Year Engine 2 Overhauled or Installed as New | 2025 |
| Engine 2 Time Remaining To Overhaul | 1599 |
| Engine 2 Turbocharged | Yes |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Time | 107 SOH |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
| Prop 2 Time | 107 SOH |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
| Props Sync | Yes |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GNS530W |
|---|---|
| Multi-Function Display 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GMX200 |
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GNS530W |
| GPS 2 Manufacturer/Model | AVIDYNE IFD440 |
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX330ES |
| Transponder 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX327 |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | CESSNA NAV-O-MATIC 400 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| Yaw Damper | Yes |
| Terrain Warning System | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin GNS-530W GPS/NAV/COM #1 Avidyne IDF-440 GPS/NAV/COM #2 Garmin GTX-330ES Transponder #1 Garmin GTX-327 Transponder #2 Garmin GMA-340 Audio Panel Garmin GDL 88H WAAS Datalink w/ ADS-B IN & OUT with FIS-B & SIRIUS/XM Weather & TIS-B Traffic Garmin Flightstream 210 Garmin GDL-69 XM Satellite Weather Bendix/King RDR-160 Monochrome Weather Radar JPI EDM-700 Digital Graphic Engine Monitor Apollo MX-20 Multi-Function Display Cessna 400 Autopilot w/ Hdg, Nav & GPS Tracking, Flight Director, Approach Mode, Glideslope & LPV Coupling, Pitch Mode, Altitude Hold & Altitude Pre-Select |
Additional Equipment
| Pressurized | Yes |
|---|---|
| Oxygen System | Yes |
| Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) | Yes |
| Inadvertent Ice Protection | Yes |
| A/C | Yes |
| Additional Equipment | Factory FIKI Certified for Icing Conditions Electrically Heated Windshield Co-Pilot Instrumentation LED Landing, Taxi, Nav Lights Wing Storage Lockers Dual Executive Writing Tables Dual Passenger USB Charging Ports |
Interior
| Number of Seats | 7 |
|---|---|
| Lavatory | Yes |
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2011 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | All Logs Complete Since New. Annual Inspection next due: February 1, 2027. Last annual was performed at Sparks Aviation, a Cessna Service Center, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Factory New Engines being installed as we speak.Completion target date (Mid September) No Known Damage History. IFR Certified. Next due Summer of 2027. |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Service Logs
| Miscellaneous | N67JV-Annual 2026.pdf Recent Maintenance.pdf |
|---|---|
| Propeller | Right Propeller Log.pdf Left Propeller Log.pdf |
| Engine | Left Engine Log.pdf Right Engine Log.pdf |
| Aircraft | Aircraft Log 1.pdf Aircraft Log 2.pdf Aircraft Log 3.pdf Aircraft Log 4.pdf Aircraft Log 5.pdf Aircraft Log 6.pdf |
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 421
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 421 (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 826 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 222 kts · 255 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 2012.0 / 1045.0 |
About this plane
Twin engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The 421 seats up to 6 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
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