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1981 CESSNA 421C
Starts from the median asking price of 64 comparable Cessna 421C listings ($440,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +2 vs comparable listings +3.0%
- Airframe time +53 hr vs comps -0.1%
- Engine time +571 hr vs comps -8.0%
- Modern GPS navigator (75% of comps) +3.3%
- Garmin G600 (22% of comps) +14.8%
- 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 | 6,260 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,312 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN G600 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 330, Garmin GTX327 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN G600 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GNS530W |
| Avionics / Autopilot | KFC 225 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | PMA-450 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | December 2025 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
**Price Adjustment, Incredible Value on this Aircraft** 1981 Cessna 421C Golden Eagle – Well-Maintained, No Damage History This 1981 Cessna 421C Golden Eagle is a clean, well-cared-for example and is offered for sale as the owner is moving up to a turboprop aircraft. N904BC is fresh out of an extensive annual, completed in December 2025, has no damage history, and is in compliance with all applicable ADs. Hangared at KORF (Norfolk, VA). Airframe: • 6,260 hours AFTT Engines: • Continental GTSIO-520-N engines • 1,312 hours SMOH (both engines) Propellers: • 888 hours since new The interior and exterior were professionally refurbished in 2022 and present in excellent, like-new condition. Avionics & Equipment: • Garmin G600 PFD • Dual Garmin GNS 530W GPS/NAV/COM • Garmin GTX 330 & GTX 327 transponders • Avidyne EX500 MFD • Bendix/King KFC 225 autopilot • JPI EDM-760 engine monitor • PS Engineering PMA-450 audio panel Maintenance Highlights: • Extensive annual completed December 2025 • No known damage history • All ADs complied with • Strong maintenance pedigree • Clean logs available for review This aircraft represents a solid opportunity to acquire a capable, pressurized piston twin with proven performance, modern avionics, and excellent cosmetic condition. Ideal for a Part 91 owner seeking a turnkey 421C. **Wood paneling currently removed but available and in good condition**
Avionics
G600, DUAL GNS530W, AVIDYNE EX500, EDM 760, PMA-450, KN62A TSO
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
48th pct$440k · 48th percentile of 64 listings
Airframe time
54th pct6,260 hours total (TTAF) · 54th percentile of 67 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
85th pct1,312 hours since major overhaul · 85th percentile of 65 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
89th pct1,312 hours since major overhaul · 89th 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 | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 421C |
| Serial Number | 421C1027 |
| Registration # | N904BC |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | ORF |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,260 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 7,579 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 5,459.6 lb |
| Useful Load | 2,119.4 lb |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL GTSIO520 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | 808386-R |
| Engine 1 Horsepower | 375 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 1,312 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1600 |
| Year Engine 1 Overhauled or Installed as New | 2013 |
| Engine 1 Turbocharged | Yes |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL GTSIO520 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | 277080-R |
| Engine 2 Horsepower | 375 HP |
| Engine 2 Time | 1,312 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 1600 |
| Year Engine 2 Overhauled or Installed as New | 2013 |
| Engine 2 Turbocharged | Yes |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Model | 3FF32C501 |
| Prop 1 Time | 888 SNEW |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
| Prop 2 Model | 3FF32C501 |
| Prop 2 Time | 888 SNEW |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G600 |
|---|---|
| Primary Flight Display 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G600 |
| Multi-Function Display 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GNS530W |
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GNS530W |
| GPS 2 Manufacturer/Model | AVIDYNE EX500 |
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX330 |
| Transponder 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX327 |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | BENDIX/KING KFC225 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| Yaw Damper | Yes |
| Active Traffic | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | G600, DUAL GNS530W, AVIDYNE EX500, EDM 760, PMA-450, KN62A TSO |
Additional Equipment
| WiFi | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pressurized | Yes |
| Oxygen System | Yes |
| A/C | Yes |
Modifications/Conversions
| Vortex Generators | Yes |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 8 |
| Lavatory | Yes |
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2022 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Extensive Annual Inspection completed December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
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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