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1979 CESSNA 421C
Starts from the median asking price of 64 comparable Cessna 421C listings ($440,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +1,633 hr vs comps -3.3%
- Engine time -196 hr vs comps +2.8%
- Modern GPS navigator (75% of comps) +3.5%
- Garmin G600 (22% of comps) +15.6%
- Autopilot (69% of comps) +0.9%
- No ADS-B (61% of comps have one) -1.6%
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 | 7,840 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,045 SMOH |
Description
For sale is a well-maintained 1979 Cessna 421C, N26533, SN: 421C0686. This aircraft has been used for executive transport with full-time on-staff maintenance servicing the plane. Airframe Time- 7,840Engine Time Since New L&R- 1,045 & 43Time Since Top Overhaul L - 13Prop Time L&R- 800 & 800Avionics- GARMIN 600, 530W/430W, Collins AutopilotExterior- Good paint w/ Vortex Generators, Spoilers, Aft StrakesInterior- Good InteriorDual Nacelle Fuel Tanks (5hr endurance), Electric A/CHappy to FaceTime/video call.Located in Fort Scott, KS (KFSK)$575,000
Recommended avionics upgrades
Moving to a Garmin GTN navigator adds touchscreen operation, LPV approaches and clean integration with modern autopilots and ADS-B.
See prices & suppliers ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
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
88th pct$550k · 88th percentile of 64 listings
Airframe time
82nd pct7,840 hours total (TTAF) · 82nd percentile of 67 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
74th pct1,045 hours since major overhaul · 74th percentile of 65 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
9th pct43 hours since new · 9th 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.
General
| Year | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 421C |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | FSK |
Airframe
| Total Time | 7,840 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 262 gal |
| Auxiliary Fuel Tank | Yes |
| Spoilers | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Time | 1,045 SMOH |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 TBO | 1600 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Time | 43 SNEW |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 TBO | 1600 |
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.
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