1952 De Havilland DHC-2
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
PS Engineering PMA8000 audio panel Garmin SL40 Comm KY96A Comm Alaska Door Cabin extension EDO 4930 floats-no wheel gear
Description
1952 Dehavilland DHC-2, TT 22918, SMOH 1172 SMOH, overhauled in 2007 by Aerorecip, SPOH Hartzell HC-B3RB30-4B, last overhaul in 2018 by BL Aviation. PS Engineering PMA8000 audio panel, Garmin SL40 Comm, KY96A Comm, Alaska Door Cabin extension, EDO 4930 (no wheel gear), Aircraft has been maintained by which is the Top DeHavilland maintenance facility in Eastern Canada. FRESH ANNUAL WITH SALE, Fresh Bird cage Ultrasonic Inspection, doorposts and upper clevis bolt need replacement (15years limit hit), Wing Strut ultrasonic inspection. Tail Inspection, ALL AD's that have not been done. Motivated seller ~
Engine
SMOH: 1172 SMOH, overhauled in 2007 by Aerorecip SPOH: Hartzell HC-B3RB30-4B, last overhaul in 2018 by BL Aviation.
Interior
INT: Dark grey/Light grey EXT: White with aqua and blue
Inspection
FRESH ANNUAL
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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Canadian Aircraft Sales
trade-a-plane.com
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$425,000
|
Hawkesbury, Ontario, Canada | Mar 20, 2026 | 146 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-GHMS) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 22,918 hours on the airframe. There are currently 8 DHC-2 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $340,000 to $890,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $425,000.
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 22,918 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-GHMS) is registered outside the US.
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
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We'll check C-GHMS against the NTSB accident database.
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 within 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.
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