1950 Cessna 195A
Single Engine Piston
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Own a real piece of aviation history! In 1950, Mid-States Aviation commissioned 9 brand-new Cessna 195s for the original Midway Airlines. N1008D is one of those very aircraft. This beautifully restored classic now features a 330hp Jacobs R915-5L6 engine (80hrs) and a full Butterfly restoration. Timeless looks, legendary radial power, and ready for its next chapter. The owner is reluctantly selling after losing insurance coverage. Previously listed briefly on Barnstormers - now exclusively brokered by ClearBlue Aero.
Engine
330hp Jacobs R915-5L6. The engine has 28 hours since IRAN by Radial from the prop strike. Raidal did not spare any expense. Full list of items replaced in logs. The engine has a total of 80 hours SMOH.
Propeller
Butterfly purchased the aircraft and completed the full restoration after a ground loop in 2019. The aircraft is straight and rigged beautifully. As usual, they did an amazing job!
Interior
The airframe was painted in 2024 by Butterfly by the current owner. The interior was restored in 2015, with new wool lining and seats.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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ClearBlue Aero
trade-a-plane.com
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$140,000
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Daytona Beach, FL | Jun 26, 2026 | 24 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna 195A
This 1950 Cessna 195A (N1008D) is a 5-seat single engine piston with 6,068 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 195A aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $69,900 to $140,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $140,000.
The 195A cruises at 150 kts (278 km/h) with a range of 600 nm (1,111 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14 GPH (53 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $87/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $180/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $20,000. With 6,068 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 1 airworthiness directive applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Cessna 195A — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N1008D.
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.
We'll check N1008D against the NTSB accident database.
Airworthiness Directives — Cessna 195A
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 1 recent AD found for this aircraft type.
Cessna Aircraft Company Models 190, 195 (L-126A,B,C), 195A, and 195B Airplanes
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 195A
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
(CAN) THE GOLD PLATING ON THE BATTERY CONTACT IS FLAKING OFF. THE EXPOSED METAL IS NON-CONDUCTIVE AND THEREFORE THE UNIT NO LONGER FUNCTIONS. (TC# 20060629008)
DISASSEMBLED BRAKE AND FOUND THAT THE BRAKE CYLINDER WAS CORRODED FROM WHERE THE O-RING MAKES A SEAL TO THE IB STOP. THE O-RING WAS HARD AND HAD TAKEN A SET. MFG P/N 0341015.
TAILWHEEL STRUT STUCK FULLY EXTENDED FOR LANDING. SYSTEM DESIGN DOES NOT PERMIT STEERING WHILE STRUT IS IN THIS CONDITION. (K)
INSPECTED ORIGINAL MAGNESIUM IB AILERON HINGE BRACKETS AND FOUND SOME OR AL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: SEVERELY CORRODED BRACKET BODY AROUND MOUNT AND BEARING BOSS. CRACKS SPANNING COMPLETELY ACROSS THE BEARING BOSS AND/OR MOUNTING FEET. PRIMER ...
INSPECTED ORIGINAL MAGNESIUM IB AILERON HINGE BRACKETS AND FOUND SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: SEVERELY CORRODED BRACKET BODY AROUND MOUNT AND BEARING BOSS. CRACKS SPANNING COMPLETELY ACROSS THE BEARING BOSS AND/OR MOUNTING FEET. PRIMER...
INSPECTED ORIGINAL MAGNESIUM IB AILERON HINGE BRACKETS AND FOUND SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: SEVERELY CORRODED BRACKET BODY AROUND MOUNT AND BEARING BOSS. CRACKS SPANNING COMPLETELY ACROSS THE BEARING BOSS AND/OR MOUNTING FEET. PRIMER...
INSPECTED ORIGINAL MAGNESIUM IB AILERON HINGE BRACKETS AND FOUND SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: SEVERELY CORRODED BRACKET BODY AROUND MOUNT AND BEARING BOSS. CRACKS SPANNING COMPLETELY ACROSS THE BEARING BOSS AND/OR MOUNTING FEET. PRIMER...
INSPECTED ORIGINAL MAGNESIUM INBOARD AILERON HINGE BRACKETS AND FOUND SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: SEVERELY CORRODED BRACKET BODY AROUND MOUNT AND BEARING BOSS. CRACKS SPANNING COMPLETELY ACROSS THE BEARING BOSS AND/OR MOUNTING FEET. P...
INSPECTED ORIGINAL MAGNESIUM IB AILERON HINGE BRACKETS AND FOUND SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: SEVERELY CORRODED BRACKET BODY AROUND MOUNT AND BEARING BOSS. CRACKS SPANNING COMPLETELY ACROSS THE BEARING BOSS AND/OR MOUNTING FEET. PRIMER...
INSPECTED ORIGINAL MAGNESIUM IB AILERON HINGE BRACKETS AND FOUND SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: SEVERELY CORRODED BRACKET BODY AROUND MOUNT AND BEARING BOSS. CRACKS SPANNING COMPLETELY ACROSS THE BEARING BOSS AND/OR MOUNTING FEET. PRIMER...
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $125,000–$248,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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