1978 COMMANDER 114

Description

Classic Commander Character. Modern Capability. Seriously Comfortable. There are airplanes you fly because they're practical — and then there are airplanes you genuinely enjoy flying... N5804N is the latter. This 1978 Rockwell International Commander 114 combines the substantial, comfortable feel of a classic Commander with a modern avionics suite, beautifully refreshed cosmetics, and the performance to make it a serious cross-country machine. Those who have flown these planes understand why they are known as big comfy couches and those who have not will quickly understand why they are so sought after as they take to the skies in the most spacious option in the 4-place single-engine retractable gear market. Powered by a 260-horsepower Lycoming IO-540-T4B5D turning a McCauley three-blade constant-speed propeller, N5804N cruises at 150+ knots while burning approximately 14 GPH in normal cruise. With 68 gallons of usable fuel, that translates into a published normal cruise range of approximately 650 nautical miles, giving this Commander the legs to make meaningful cross-country travel practical... and it does it in style! At the heart of N5804N is a Lycoming IO-540-T4B5D producing 260 horsepower, paired with a McCauley three-blade constant-speed propeller. The combination gives the Commander the kind of performance that makes it much more than a comfortable cruiser. With its substantial useful load and efficient cruise performance, N5804N makes an excellent platform for everything from regional trips to serious cross-country travel. Perhaps the most compelling feature of N5804N is what you'll find when you step into the cockpit. The panel has been thoughtfully upgraded around a Garmin G3X 10.7-inch display, giving the pilot a modern primary flight display and a clean interface for the aircraft's extensive avionics suite, which includes the state-of-the-art Garmin GTN 650xi. The aircraft also features an S-TEC 60-2 autopilot, fully integrated with the Garmin flight deck and supported by an S-TEC ST-360 altitude preselect/hold/alerter and S-TEC yaw damper. This combination can make a tremendous difference in workload and comfort on longer IFR flights and the result is a cockpit that offers modern situational awareness and connectivity while maintaining excellent redundancy. So much has gone into the evolution of this aircraft. From mechanical refurbishments to the bones of the plane (tanks resealed, new elevator spar hardware, upgraded circuit breakers, etc.) to the cosmetics, avionics, and beyond... you simply must review the full specs list and logbooks to truly appreciate what a special example this Commander 114 truly is. The Commander 114 has always been a little different. It's bigger, more substantial, and more comfortable than the typical four-seat singles of its era. N5804N takes those inherent qualities and combines them with modern Garmin avionics, a serious integrated autopilot, a beautifully refreshed cabin, contemporary paint, and strong cross-country performance. You get excellent cross-country performance, combine it with a quiet, comfortable cabin — all wrapped into an airplane that looks as good as it flies. N5804N isn't trying to be a new airplane. It's something arguably more interesting: A classic airplane that has been thoughtfully brought into the modern era. Call us today!

Modifications

Complete, Continuous, and Meticulous Logbooks No Corrosion and No Major Damage History Continuously Hangar Stored Double-paned glass & Super noise reduction package by factory Carpet, Custom ultra-high quality leather seats, and plastics completely refurbished/replaced - 2021 New baggage door seals, new interior trim 2021 Late style 3 point door latches Late style NACA air inlet Polished spinner New billet engine controls 2021 All new stereo jacks Davtron Digital timer All new Klixon circuit breakers Updated paint Scheme by Imron - 2021 New elevator spar update with hardware 2020 New Yoke Bushings 2021 Tanks resealed 2019 New T,M,P cables 2024 Electric/Automatic Trim All ADs in Compliance

Avionics

Electronics International CGR 30P engine analyzer Garmin Aero 660 backup GPS with AHRS Garmin G3X - 10.7” Garmin G5 attitude with battery backup Garmin GAD 29B A/P integrator (allows G3X and GPS inputs with GPSS roll steering) Garmin GI-106A LOC/GS indicator Garmin GMA345 with bluetooth, USB charger, 3D audio Garmin GNS530W GPS/NAV/COM/WAAS - refurbished 2026 Garmin GTN650xi GPS/NAV/COM/WAAS Garmin GTX330ES integrated transponder (controllable by G3X) - installed 2025 STEC 60-2 A/P, STEC ST360 altitude preselect/hold/alerter, and STEC yay damper: All fully integrated UAvionix ADS-B Out Garmin GDL52R ADS-B and SXM In