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1979 CESSNA 421C
Starts from the median asking price of 56 comparable CESSNA 421C listings ($449,950), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time -3,696 hr vs comps +7.4%
- Engine time -668 hr vs comps +2.0%
- FIKI (known-ice) (uncommon in comps) +2.0%
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 | 2,539 hrs |
| Engine time | 91 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | January 2026 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Cessna 421C with some of the lowest airframe hours available worldwide and maintained in pristine condition. Recently upgraded with modern Garmin avionics, JPI engine monitoring, and all systems fully operational. Aircraft highlights include: Full RAM Package with RAM engines Dual Body Strakes and VG Kits installed FIKI Certified (Flight Into Known Icing) One (1) Auxiliary Fuel Tank STC Eight-Seat Configuration Full LED Lighting Upgrade Maintenance: All Service Bulletins (SBs) and Airworthiness Directives (ADs) completed and current Most recent Annual Inspection completed January 2026 Engine Compressions: Left Engine (LH) 80/78 80/78 80/78 80/77 80/78 80/80 Right Engine (RH) 80/79 80/79 80/78 80/80 80/78 80/78 Additional Notes: No known damage history Exceptional overall condition Turnkey aircraft ready for immediate operation
Modifications
STC SA8352SW - RAM STRAKES AND VORTEX GENERATORS + Gross weight Increase.
Avionics
GARMIN - TAS800GARMIN PFD/MFDs- DUAL AHRS AND MAGNETOMETERSMIDCONTINENT - SAM MD302 (STANDBY)GARMIN REMOTE AUDIO BOX, with Bluetooth (8 Places)Pilot/Copilot with GA and LEMO PlugsGARMIN USB for Pilot, Copilot and Passengers.
How this aircraft compares
Where this CESSNA 421C lands versus other CESSNA 421C listings on fyiAero.
Airframe time
1st pct2,539 hours total (TTAF) · 1st percentile of 70 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
13th pct91 hours since major overhaul · 13th percentile of 68 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
12th pct91 hours since major overhaul · 12th 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 | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 421C |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | SCEL |
Airframe
| Total Time | 2,539 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 232 gal |
| Auxiliary Fuel Tank | Yes |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | 272208-R |
| Engine 1 Horsepower | 375 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 91 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1600 |
| Aftermarket Engine 1 STC | Yes |
| Engine 1 Turbocharged | Yes |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | 292209-R |
| Engine 2 Horsepower | 375 HP |
| Engine 2 Time | 91 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 1600 |
| Aftermarket Engine 2 STC | Yes |
| Engine 2 Turbocharged | Yes |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Model | 3FF32C501-A |
| Prop 1 Time | 91 |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
| Prop 2 Model | 3FF32C501-A |
| Prop 2 Time | 91 SMOH |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
| Props Sync | Yes |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN |
|---|---|
| Primary Flight Display 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G600 TXI |
| Primary Flight Display 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G600 TXI |
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTN 750XI |
| GPS 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTN 750XI |
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX325 |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GFC600 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| SVT | Yes |
| Yaw Damper | Yes |
| Active Traffic | Yes |
| Terrain Warning System | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | GARMIN - TAS800GARMIN PFD/MFDs- DUAL AHRS AND MAGNETOMETERSMIDCONTINENT - SAM MD302 (STANDBY)GARMIN REMOTE AUDIO BOX, with Bluetooth (8 Places)Pilot/Copilot with GA and LEMO PlugsGARMIN USB for Pilot, Copilot and Passengers. |
Additional Equipment
| Pressurized | Yes |
|---|---|
| Oxygen System | Yes |
| Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) | Yes |
| A/C | Yes |
Modifications/Conversions
| Dual Aft Body Strakes | Yes |
|---|---|
| Vortex Generators | Yes |
| Modifications/Conversions | STC SA8352SW - RAM STRAKES AND VORTEX GENERATORS + Gross weight Increase. |
Interior
| Year Interior | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 8 |
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2022 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | All Service Bulletins (SBs) and Airworthiness Directives (ADs) completed and current Most recent Annual Inspection completed January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
