1946 Republic RC-3 Seabee
Amphibians
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
VFRSTC #SA915NW Model 940 South Wind combustion cabin heater & associated distribution system
STC SA615NW Lycoming G0-435-C2B GS0/IGS0-480 STC SA815NW Cleveland brake discs STC SA71GL Air filtersSTC SE914NW Propeller governor adapter with a combination adapter/valve to provide propeller reversing control
STC SA216NW Removal of throttlepropeller & mixture controls from the instrument panel & installation in an overhead panel. Relocation of carburettor heat to overhead position.
STC SA2386WE Fiberglass Camber Wing Tips STC SA70NW Step vents Interior Beige vinyle & fabric in good condition Exterior White with blue & red accents in good condition Remarks Specifications subject to verification by purchaser. Aircraft subject to withdrawal from the market at any time & without notice.Description
Airframe
Serial Number: 56
Total Time: 2485.51 hours
Engine
Lycoming GO-480-B1A6
S/N 1135
Total Time: 3161:45 hrs
Time Since Major Overhaul: 204:33 hrs
Last overhaul performed by Aero Engine Italy, October 10, 2016
Annual Inspection: March 29, 2024
Compressions: 70, 69, 71, 70, 70, 69 over 80
Propeller
Hartzell HC-A3V20-3L/LV9333C-5
S/N FC34
Total Time: 944:09 hrs
SMOH 204:33 hrs
Last Overhauled by Pubbli Aer Foto Aeroservizi on 19/09/2016
Avionics
Bendix King VHF COM
Narco VOR Receiver/Indicator
Remote Compass System
Bendix King KR85 ADF
Bendix King KT76 Transponder C
Sigtronic Intercom
406 mHz ELT
Options
Angle of Attack System with cockpit display instrument
Engine driven vacuum pump system
King 76A Transponder
Oversize spray rails
2 landing lights GE 4509 in the wing
Whelen three strobe light system
Cabin portable fire extinguisher
Installed STC’s Supplemental Type Certificate:
STC #SA00068LA Tail wheel adapter ring
STC #SA915NW Model 940 South Wind combustion cabin heater & associated distribution system
STC SA615NW Lycoming G0-435-C2B, GS0/IGS0-480
STC SA815NW Cleveland brake discs
STC SA71GL Air filters
STC SE914NW Propeller governor adapter with a combination adapter/valve to provide propeller reversing control
STC SA216NW Removal of throttle, propeller & mixture controls from the instrument panel & installation in an overhead panel. Relocation of carburettor heat to overhead position.
STC SA2386WE Fiberglass Camber Wing Tips
STC SA70NW Step vents
Interior
Beige vinyle & fabric, in good condition
Exterior
White with blue & red accents, in good condition
Remarks
Specifications subject to verification by purchaser.
Aircraft subject to withdrawal from the market at any time & without notice.
Engine
Lycoming GO-480-B1A6 S/N 1135 Total Time: 3161:45 hrs Time Since Major Overhaul: 204:33 hrs Last overhaul performed by Aero Engine Italy, October 10, 2016 Annual Inspection: March 29, 2024 Compressions: 70, 69, 71, 70, 70, 69 over 80 Propeller Hartzell HC-A3V20-3L/LV9333C-5 S/N FC34 Total Time: 944:09 hrs SMOH 204:33 hrs Last Overhauled by Pubbli Aer Foto Aeroservizi on 19/09/2016 Avionics Bendix King VHF COM Narco VOR Receiver/Indicator Remote Compass System Bendix King KR85 ADF Bendix King KT76 Transponder C Sigtronic Intercom 406 mHz ELT Options Angle of Attack System with cockpit display instrument Engine driven vacuum pump system King 76A Transponder Oversize spray rails 2 landing lights GE 4509 in the wing Whelen three strobe light system Cabin portable fire extinguisher Installed STC’s Supplemental Type Certificate: STC #SA00068LA Tail wheel adapter ring STC #SA915NW Model 940 South Wind combustion cabin heater & associated distribution system STC SA615NW Lycoming G0-435-C2B, GS0/IGS0-480 STC SA815NW Cleveland brake discs STC SA71GL Air filters STC SE914NW Propeller governor adapter with a combination adapter/valve to provide propeller reversing control STC SA216NW Removal of throttle, propeller & mixture controls from the instrument panel & installation in an overhead panel. Relocation of carburettor heat to overhead position. STC SA2386WE Fiberglass Camber Wing Tips STC SA70NW Step vents Interior Beige vinyle & fabric, in good condition Exterior White with blue & red accents, in good condition Remarks Specifications subject to verification by purchaser. Aircraft subject to withdrawal from the market at any time & without notice.
Propeller
3 Bladed, Reversible Hartzell HC-A3V20-3L/LV9333C-5 S/N FC34 Total Time: 944:09 hrs SMOH 204:33 hrs Last Overhaueld by Pubbli Aer Foto Aeroservizi on 19/09/2016
Interior
Beige vinyle & fabric, in good condition Exterior White with blue & red accents, in good condition Remarks Specifications subject to verification by purchaser. Aircraft subject to withdrawal from the market at any time & without notice.
Exterior
White with blue & red accents, in good condition Remarks Specifications subject to verification by purchaser. Aircraft subject to withdrawal from the market at any time & without notice.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Aeromeccanica
globalair.com
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Please Call
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Italy, Italy | Mar 13, 2026 | 2 days | Active | |
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Aeromeccanica
aircraftdealer.com
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$130,848
$140,802
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Greenville, SC | Mar 15, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
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Stefano Scossa
avpay.aero
|
Contact for Price
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Como | Mar 21, 2026 | 119 days | Active | |
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Aeromeccanica
aircraft24.com
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$131,297
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Italy | May 23, 2026 | 56 days | Active | |
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Aeromeccanica
planecheck.com
|
$130,930 *
€ 114,500
|
Italy | May 03, 2026 | 75 days | Active | |
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Bendix King
globalplanesearch.com
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$130,848
$140,802
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Switzerland | Apr 02, 2026 | 106 days | Active | |
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Bendix King
globalplanesearch.com
|
Call for Price
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Como | Apr 29, 2026 | 80 days | Active | |
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Aeromeccanica
controller.com
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$132,509
$140,299
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Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland | Mar 25, 2026 | 114 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
aeromarkt.net
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Call for price *
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Italy | Jul 02, 2026 | 16 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Republic RC-3 Seabee
This 1946 Republic RC-3 Seabee (N87504) is a 4-seat amphibians with 2,488 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 RC-3 Seabee aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $132,509 to $235,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $132,509.
The RC-3 Seabee cruises at 90 kts (167 km/h) with a range of 490 nm (907 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 12,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 13 GPH (49 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $81/hr in fuel alone.
FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Republic RC-3 Seabee — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
SKY WEST AVIATION INC TRUSTEE
Registration Address
ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Certificate Issued
2023-05-19
Airworthiness
1973-10-19
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
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 database checked for N87504.
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