1997 BEECHCRAFT A36 BONANZA
Starts from the median asking price of 35 comparable Beechcraft A36 BONANZA listings ($449,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Airframe time +2,840 hr vs comps -5.7%
- Engine time +189 hr vs comps -1.5%
- Garmin GTN 750 (31% of comps) +7.4%
- ADS-B (74% of comps) +0.7%
- Market supply: 23 for sale of 446 FAA-registered +0.7%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Beechcraft A36 BONANZA |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 5,016 hrs |
| Engine time | 861 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | Garmin GDU 470, Garmin GDU 460, Pacific GEA 24 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | GARMIN GFC 500 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | Garmin SL30 |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | TAWS-B |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
***Price Just Reduced and July Machine Buff and Wax / Spinner Polish Completed! FRESH August Steel Aviation Annual Inspection and FRESH 2-yr pitot-static and transponder certifications INCLUDED!*** STOP SCROLLING!!! Your search ends today, as this Bonanza hits ALL the high notes. This iconic aircraft features a wonderfully upgraded panel that is sure to be the envy of every pilot on your hangar block, D'Shannon tip tanks, low-time on a Western Skyways overhauled engine (831 SMOH) complete with top-tier Millennium cylinders, factory air conditioning, and a beautiful leather interior. This stunning Beechcraft A36 Bonanza is extremely well equipped following a massive panel overhaul in October 2022. Beat a newer G36 in terms of technology and capability without coming anywhere close to G36 price. Enjoy the wonderfully designed and fully integrated Garmin G3X avionics suite with 10.6" Landscape and 7" Portrait displays, GTN750, ADS-B In/Out, WAAS, G5 Standby, and GFC 500 autopilot with Electronic Stability Protection. Other included enhancements include Beryl D' Shannon tip tanks with transfer pumps (additional 20 gallons per side), LED Lighting, and more. See the full specs list for complete detail. This aircraft has no damage history and includes complete and continuous logbooks. It is being offered for sale by the owner's estate following the owner's unexpected passing in late 2025. This incredible "Bo" is all set to go and ready for YOU!
Modifications
Complete, Continuous, and Meticulous Logbooks Annual Completed 7/25 Continuously Hangar Stored No Accidents, Incidents, or Damage History LED Lighting Artex ME406 ELT Electric trim and yoke autopilot controls including TOGA button Continental IO-550-B Engine 831 SMOH: Western Skyways Overhaul McCauley 3-Blade Constant Speed Propeller Factory Air Conditioning Garmin G3X Touch Integrated Avionics Suite Beryl D' Shannon 20 Gallon Tip Tanks - Installed 2018 4023 lb Gross Weight Increase - Amazing Useful Load of 1357 lbs All ADs in compliance Leather Seating Upgrade - Installed 2018 Flap Ribs Replaced - August 2022 (Common for Bonanzas) Battery MINDer Battery Maintainer Kit Installed Dual Yokes and Toe Brakes Engine Pre-Heater
Avionics
BF Goodrich WX-950 Stormscope Flight Director Garmin / Apollo SL15 Audio Panel Garmin / Apollo SL30 NAV/COM Garmin EIS 6-cylinder engine information displayed on PFD and MFD via Garmin GEA 24 Garmin FliteCharts Garmin G3X Touch Fully Integrated Avionics Suite Garmin G5 Standby Attitude Indicator Garmin GDU 460 10.6" Landscape PFD with Synthetic Vision (SVX) Garmin GDU 470 7" Portrait MFD Garmin GFC 500 2-Axis Autopilot with Altitude Preselect and Yoke Controls Garmin GSU 25D Air Data Garmin GTN750 GPS/NAV/COM/WAAS Garmin GTX345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder Garmin Terrain Awareness & Warning System (TAWS-B) Garmin TIS Traffic Interfacing via CANBUS, ARINC 429, GAD 29B, GMU 11 Magnetometer, GEA 24 EIS, and GSU 25D Air Data Upgraded Northern Technology 6-Place Intercom
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Beechcraft A36 BONANZA lands versus other Beechcraft A36 BONANZA listings on fyiAero.
Price
88th pct$495k · 88th percentile of 72 listings
Airframe time
72nd pct5,016 hours total (TTAF) · 72nd percentile of 60 listings
Engine time
59th pct861 hours since major overhaul · 59th percentile of 61 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 | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | A36 BONANZA |
| Serial Number | E-3089 |
| Registration # | N6784S |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 5,016 |
|---|---|
| Useful Load | 1,357 lb |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL IO550B |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 861 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 1700 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop Time | 861 SOH |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| WAAS | Yes |
| Terrain Warning System | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | BF Goodrich WX-950 Stormscope Flight Director Garmin / Apollo SL15 Audio Panel Garmin / Apollo SL30 NAV/COM Garmin EIS 6-cylinder engine information displayed on PFD and MFD via Garmin GEA 24 Garmin FliteCharts Garmin G3X Touch Fully Integrated Avionics Suite Garmin G5 Standby Attitude Indicator Garmin GDU 460 10.6" Landscape PFD with Synthetic Vision (SVX) Garmin GDU 470 7" Portrait MFD Garmin GFC 500 2-Axis Autopilot with Altitude Preselect and Yoke Controls Garmin GSU 25D Air Data Garmin GTN750 GPS/NAV/COM/WAAS Garmin GTX345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder Garmin Terrain Awareness & Warning System (TAWS-B) Garmin TIS Traffic Interfacing via CANBUS, ARINC 429, GAD 29B, GMU 11 Magnetometer, GEA 24 EIS, and GSU 25D Air Data Upgraded Northern Technology 6-Place Intercom |
Additional Equipment
| A/C | Yes |
|---|---|
| Additional Equipment | Complete, Continuous, and Meticulous Logbooks Annual Completed 7/25 Continuously Hangar Stored No Accidents, Incidents, or Damage History LED Lighting Artex ME406 ELT Electric trim and yoke autopilot controls including TOGA button Continental IO-550-B Engine 831 SMOH: Western Skyways Overhaul McCauley 3-Blade Constant Speed Propeller Factory Air Conditioning Garmin G3X Touch Integrated Avionics Suite Beryl D' Shannon 20 Gallon Tip Tanks - Installed 2018 4023 lb Gross Weight Increase - Amazing Useful Load of 1357 lbs All ADs in compliance Leather Seating Upgrade - Installed 2018 Flap Ribs Replaced - August 2022 (Common for Bonanzas) Battery MINDer Battery Maintainer Kit Installed Dual Yokes and Toe Brakes Engine Pre-Heater |
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Due: 7/2026 IFR Cert. Due: 7/2026 |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Beechcraft A36 Bonanza
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Performance & dimensions
| Range | 720 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 169 kts · 194 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 971.0 / 913.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The A36 Bonanza seats up to 5 passengers plus 1 pilot.
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