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1981 CESSNA 421C
Starts from the median asking price of 71 comparable Cessna 421C listings ($440,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +2 vs comparable listings +3.0%
- Airframe time +1,186 hr vs comps -2.4%
- Engine time +196 hr vs comps -2.7%
- Garmin GTN 750 (42% of comps) +8.2%
- Garmin G600 (25% of comps) +10.6%
- Autopilot (73% of comps) +0.6%
- ADS-B (62% of comps) +0.7%
- Market supply: 74 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 | 7,476 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,080 SNEW |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN G600 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 335 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | Garmin GFC 600 |
| Avionics / Engine monitor | JP EDM-960 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | Garmin GDL 69, Garmin G600 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GTN750s |
| Avionics / Weather radar | GWX-70 |
| Avionics / Datalink weather | GDL 88, SiriusXM |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
There’s a certain kind of airplane that doesn’t just move people - it moves expectations. This 1981 Cessna 421C is exactly that aircraft. A beautifully kept, cabin‑class piston twin with the kind of ownership pedigree that immediately sets it apart, this Golden Eagle delivers the smooth, confident performance the GTSIO‑powered 421C is known for. Equipped with dual Garmin G600 displays, dual GTN750s, GFC600 autopilot, Flightstream, and CIES senders, it’s a fully modernized platform ready for serious IFR missions. With a fuel system expanded to a remarkable 299 gallons, this Golden Eagle stretches its wings farther, climbs cleaner, and cruises with the quiet confidence only a well‑loved 421C can deliver. Step inside and the story continues: a refreshed cabin with warm wood accents, LED lighting, conditioned leather seating, and even a lavatory - because comfort shouldn’t be optional at 200 knots. From its turbocharged Continental power to its beautifully maintained paint and interior, this 421C is the rare combination of pedigree, performance, and pride of ownership that stands out immediately offering refinement owners brag about long after the flight is over.
Modifications
Factory installed 28-gallon Nacelle Tanks + 18.5-gallon Wing Locker Tanks = 299-gallons Fuel On Board Air Conditioning Power Pack Spoilers RAM VG's w/ Gross Weight Increase Johnson Cowl Landing Lights G&D tinted window inserts BOSE Lemo and Dual GA plugs at each seat Rosen Visors and Rail System Premier hub caps on main wheels Portable oxygen system with bottles and masks
Avionics
Dual Garmin G600 with PFD/MFD Split Garmin GFC 600 Autopilot Dual Garmin GTN 750 WAAS/GPS/NAV/COMM Garmin GWX-70 12" 4 Color Radar Garmin GTX-335 Transponder with ADS-B Out Garmin GDL 88 Transceiver for ADS-B In/Out Garmin GDL69 SiriusXM Receiver Radar Altimeter Flightstream 510 JPI EDM-960 Engine Instrument Cluster CIES Fuel Level Senders Mid-Continent Digital Back-Up Instruments PS Engineering PMB450B Audio Panel 406 mhz ELT LED Panel flood lights Dual Stratus USB Ports New Plane Power solid state voltage regulators
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
99th pct$720k · 99th percentile of 72 listings
Airframe time
71st pct7,476 hours total (TTAF) · 71st percentile of 78 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
74th pct1,080 hours since new · 74th percentile of 72 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
51st pct690 hours since major overhaul · 51st percentile of 72 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 | 421C1092 |
| Registration # | N421P |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | SDL |
Airframe
| Total Time | 7,476 |
|---|---|
| Useful Load | 2,239 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 299 gal |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL GTSIO520L7BN |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 1,080 SNEW |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1600 |
| Engine 1 Turbocharged | Yes |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL GTSIO520N |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 690 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 1600 |
| Engine 2 Turbocharged | Yes |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Time | 1550 SNEW |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
| Prop 2 Time | 1550 SNEW |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G600 |
|---|---|
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Dual Garmin G600 with PFD/MFD Split Garmin GFC 600 Autopilot Dual Garmin GTN 750 WAAS/GPS/NAV/COMM Garmin GWX-70 12" 4 Color Radar Garmin GTX-335 Transponder with ADS-B Out Garmin GDL 88 Transceiver for ADS-B In/Out Garmin GDL69 SiriusXM Receiver Radar Altimeter Flightstream 510 JPI EDM-960 Engine Instrument Cluster CIES Fuel Level Senders Mid-Continent Digital Back-Up Instruments PS Engineering PMB450B Audio Panel 406 mhz ELT LED Panel flood lights Dual Stratus USB Ports New Plane Power solid state voltage regulators |
Additional Equipment
| Oxygen System | Yes |
|---|---|
| A/C | Yes |
| Additional Equipment | Factory installed 28-gallon Nacelle Tanks + 18.5-gallon Wing Locker Tanks = 299-gallons Fuel On Board Air Conditioning Power Pack Spoilers RAM VG's w/ Gross Weight Increase Johnson Cowl Landing Lights G&D tinted window inserts BOSE Lemo and Dual GA plugs at each seat Rosen Visors and Rail System Premier hub caps on main wheels Portable oxygen system with bottles and masks |
Modifications/Conversions
| Vortex Generators | Yes |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6 |
| Lavatory | Yes |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2015 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual completed in September of 2026. All applicable AD's current. **Subject to verification by the purchaser. |
|---|---|
| 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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Last flight
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