1951 Piper Super Cub
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
VFRGarmin GTR 225A radio (8.33kHz) TRIG TT21 transponder (mode S) Basic VFR instrumentation RAM mount tablet support Artificial horizon installed but currently inoperative
Description
1951 Piper L-18C Super Cub in very honest condition. Genuine French Army (ALAT) aircraft with operational military history and full military glazing configuration offering outstanding visibility. Always hangared, never left outside overnight. Continental O-200-A engine with low hours since new, Scott tailwheel, mountain/bush flying capable setup, Garmin GTR 225A radio (8.33kHz), TRIG TT21 transponder (mode S). French Certificate of Airworthiness (CDN). A rare opportunity to own an authentic military Super Cub with strong character, proven reliability and enjoyable flying qualities. TTAF known : 4540 hrs Engine: 460 hrs since new Propeller: 510 hrs since overhaul
Engine
Engine : Continental O-200-A (100hp) Engine TSN: approx. 460 hrs Prop : Sensenich 76AK2-42 Propeller TSO: approx. 510 hrs
Propeller
Genuine ex-French Army ALAT aircraft Airframe total time known: approx. 4540 hrs TT Military full-glazing canopy configuration SCOTT tailwheel Excellent visibility Removable rear control stick Classic bush-capable taildragger French CDN Aircraft maintained in operational flying condition.
Interior
Interior refurbished and presented in very clean condition. Custom Piper Cub embroidered seats. Military-style tandem cockpit with excellent visibility and authentic Cub atmosphere. Aircraft presents very well overall in classic white and blue Super Cub scheme. Always hangared. Fabric and paint show normal signs of use consistent with an active and properly cared-for vintage aircraft.
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Alexandra Zainal
trade-a-plane.com
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$85,000
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Cannes/Avignon FRA | Jun 02, 2026 | 32 days | Active | |
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Alexandra Zainal
planecheck.com
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$97,307 *
€ 85,000
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France | May 18, 2026 | 46 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
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Contact for price
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— | May 19, 2026 | 46 days | Active |
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About This Piper Super Cub
This 1951 Piper Super Cub (F-BMCU) is a 2-seat single engine piston with 4,540 hours on the airframe. There are currently 53 Super Cub aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $51,416 to $285,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $85,000.
The Super Cub cruises at 100 kts (185 km/h) with a range of 400 nm (741 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 19,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 7.7 GPH (29 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $48/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (F-BMCU) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Cannes/Avignon FRA
Seller reportedTitle Status
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