1952 De Havilland DHC-2
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
AVIONICS Garmin GMA340 Audio Panel with Intercom Garmin Com Garmin Transponder Garmin 720 Marine Chart Plotter FM Radio 406 ELT
Description
1952 DeHavilland Beaver DHC-2 on Edo 4580 floats with recent paint. Total airframe time 22,964 hours with 1,276 hours on the engine since overhaul and a fresh 3-blade Hartzell propeller. 800-hour inspection completed February 2026, belly skins replaced prior to paint. Equipped with numerous STCs including Sealand Cabin Extension, Kenmore Finlets, Kenmore Water Rudder, and Wing Tip Tanks.
Engine
ENGINE Engine Time: 1276 (1600 TBO Engine) PROP Prop Time: “0” (Hartzell 3 Blade)
Propeller
AIRFRAME Airframe Total Time: 22964 Hrs.
Interior
INTERIOR Black Front Seats Light Blue Rear Seat White Side Panels and Ceiling Gray Panel Rated 7/10 EXTERIOR All Over White with Blue Tail Recent Paint Rated 8/10
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Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Island Aero Services
trade-a-plane.com
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$360,000
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Sidney, BC, Canada | Jun 04, 2026 | 47 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This De Havilland DHC-2
This 1952 De Havilland DHC-2 (C-GCYM) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 22,964 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 below the market average at $360,000.
The DHC-2 cruises at 124 kts (230 km/h) with a range of 455 nm (843 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 24 GPH (91 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $149/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 22,964 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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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (C-GCYM) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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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
View full AD →de Havilland Inc. Models DHC-2 Mk. I, DHC-2 Mk. II, and DHC-2 Mk. III Airplanes
View full AD →de Havilland Inc. Models DHC-2 Mk. I, DHC-2 Mk. II, and DHC-2 Mk. III Airplanes
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $392,500–$485,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
