1943 Fairchild PT-26
Warbirds & Military
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
N48705, a beautiful and historic 1943 Fairchild M-62A (PT-19/26) powered by the inline-Ranger engine. This aircraft represents a classic WWII primary trainer and is presented in excellent flying condition. Total time shows approximately 900 hours TT, has no open squawks, is ADS-B compliant, and underwent its most recent annual inspection in November. The aircraft is available for inspection and viewing at Hampton Airfield (7B3) in New Hampshire.
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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CHI Aerospace
trade-a-plane.com
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$125,000
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Portsmouth, NH | May 12, 2026 | 66 days | Active |
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About This Fairchild PT-26
This 1943 Fairchild PT-26 (N48705) is a 2-seat warbirds & military with 900 hours on the airframe. This aircraft is listed at the market average at $125,000.
The PT-26 cruises at 99 kts (183 km/h) with a range of 450 nm (833 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10 GPH (38 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $62/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N48705.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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