1940 Porterfield CP-65
Single Engine Piston
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1940 Porterfield Collegiate CP-65 - Classic Taildragger Charm Step back into aviation history with this beautifully preserved 1940 Porterfield Collegiate. Known for its lightweight design and forgiving handling, this vintage aircraft is perfect for enthusiasts, collectors, or pilots looking for a truly unique flying experience. Powered by a reliable Continental engine, this Collegiate offers smooth performance and classic stick-and-rudder flying at its finest. Fabric and wood construction showcase the craftsmanship of a bygone era, while its timeless design turns heads on every ramp. Whether you're adding to a collection or chasing the romance of early general aviation, this Porterfield delivers nostalgia you can actually fly.
Engine
Continental A65 (65HP) 1-65/2-68/3-68/4-62 Prop: 9/15/2025 -0- Time SPOH: New 9/15/2025
Propeller
1940 Porterfield Collegiate CP-65 - Classic Taildragger Charm Step back into aviation history with this beautifully preserved 1940 Porterfield Collegiate. Known for its lightweight design and forgiving handling, this vintage aircraft is perfect for enthusiasts, collectors, or pilots looking for a truly unique flying experience. Powered by a reliable Continental engine, this Collegiate offers smooth performance and classic stick-and-rudder flying at its finest. Fabric and wood construction showcase the craftsmanship of a bygone era, while its timeless design turns heads on every ramp. Whether you're adding to a collection or chasing the romance of early general aviation, this Porterfield delivers nostalgia you can actually fly.
Interior
Burnt Red Seats: Black
Exterior
Burnt Red/orange, Silver Stripe 7/10 Interior: Burnt Red Seats: Black
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Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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On Centerline Aviation - Guy DeAngelis
trade-a-plane.com
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$36,000
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LIMA, OH | May 05, 2026 | 77 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Porterfield CP-65
This 1940 Porterfield CP-65 (N23428) is a 2-seat single engine piston with 450 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 CP-65 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $16,000 to $36,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $36,000.
The CP-65 cruises at 85 kts (157 km/h) with a range of 300 nm (556 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 12,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 4.5 GPH (17 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $28/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Porterfield CP-65 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N23428.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
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