1952 De Havilland DHC-2
Single Engine Piston
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RARE FIND: MINT CONDITION DE HAVILLAND DHC-2 BEAVER You will have a hard time finding a nicer beaver in the world. Museum-worthy 1952 DHC-2 Beaver with only 4,485 total time airframe hours. One of the lowest time beavers in the world. This aircraft hadn't flown since 1989 until its recent professional restoration. You can’t buy them new but this is as close to new as you can make it. It was completely stripped down and rebuilt. New paint, new engine, new prop, new avionics, new wiring, new interior, new everything that needed to be replaced. Highlights: Comes with EDO 4580 floats and wheels Over the past 2 years the following work has been done to complete restore this aircraft to be like new. It has flown approx 10 hours since the work was completed in July of 2025. New piston engine New Hamilton Standard two-blade propeller New Avionics New paint New Interior New Wiring Approved De Havilland data plates Includes all logbooks since new Original military maintenance manuals in mint condition The list of work completed is too long to put here----> contact for full details. Proudly displayed. Own a classic workhorse. Fly a legend. This is more than just a Beaver - it's a rare chance to own the best of its kind. AIRCRAFT LOCATED AT CYXY Whitehorse, Yukon Canada
Propeller
Hamilton Standard two-blade
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Raven Aircraft Sales
trade-a-plane.com
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$925,000
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Chilliwack, BC, Canada | Mar 30, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Luke Yanik
controller.com
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$920,000
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Whitehorse, YT, Canada | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Canadian Aircraft Sales
controlleremea.co.uk
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$425,166 *
£315,763
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Hawkesbury, Ontario, Canada | Jun 02, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This De Havilland DHC-2
This 1952 De Havilland DHC-2 is a 6-seat single engine piston with 4,495 hours on the airframe. There are currently 8 DHC-2 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $340,000 to $920,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $920,000.
The DHC-2 cruises at 109 kts (202 km/h) with a range of 395 nm (732 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 25 GPH (95 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $138/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $250/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $35,000. With 4,495 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 3 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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De Havilland DHC-2 — Model Specs
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Title Status
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Airworthiness Directives — De Havilland DHC-2
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 3 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
deHavilland Inc. Models DHC-2 Mk. I and DHC-2 Mk. II Airplanes and Bombardier Inc. Model (Otter) DHC-3 Airplanes
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