1952 De Havilland DHC-2
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
Airframe Restored in 1987 New birdcage Sept 2024 New FWD fuselage struts Sept 2024 (10 year AD item) New windshield Sept 2024 Extended baggage compartment & large baggage door (field approval) Enlarged rear windows (Kenmore STC) Cabin door bubble windows (Kenmore STC) Pilot/Copilot Skylights (Hart/Kenmore STC) Added light to RH wing for taxi light Wing tip & tail strobe lights (Whelen STC) Max pulse solid state wig-wag switch for landing/taxi lights (STC) Firewall mounted battery box (STC) New sealed Concorde battery Alternator conversion (Kenmore STC) Atlee Dodge middle row bench (STC) Fold-down front seats Shoulder harness inertial reels ATS vortex generators & “delta” wings (STC) Engine/Propeller Pratt & Whitney R985-AN14B SN 103694 Total Time Since New: 5160 Aero-Recip Overhaul 2005, 350 SMOH Screw-on Airwolf Filter (STC) EI Fuel flow indicator (STC) Hartzell 3-Blade propeller (STC), 330 SNEW Avionics Custom instrument panel 28V system Garmin GTX345 Transponder with ADSB-In & Out Garmin 345 Audio panel with USB charging King KX 155 Nav/Comm Garmin SL 30 Nav/Com EI fuel flow monitor JPI engine monitor Garmin 296 (VFR GPS) Interior/Exterior Cream with Green & Bronze striping 8/10 New leather seats with memory foam New headliner New interior panels covered New waterproof flooring LED gooseneck map lights AeroLED wing tip navigation & position lights
Engine
Pratt & Whitney R985-AN14B SN 103694 Total Time Since New: 5160 Aero-Recip Overhaul 2005, 350 SMOH Screw-on Airwolf Filter (STC) EI Fuel flow indicator (STC) Hartzell 3-Blade propeller (STC), 330 SNEW Avionics Custom instrument panel 28V system Garmin GTX345 Transponder with ADSB-In & Out Garmin 345 Audio panel with USB charging King KX 155 Nav/Comm Garmin SL 30 Nav/Com EI fuel flow monitor JPI engine monitor Garmin 296 (VFR GPS) Interior/Exterior Cream with Green & Bronze striping 8/10 New leather seats with memory foam New headliner New interior panels covered New waterproof flooring LED gooseneck map lights AeroLED wing tip navigation & position lights
Propeller
Hartzell 3-Blade
Interior
Cream with Green & Bronze striping 8/10 New leather seats with memory foam New headliner New interior panels covered New waterproof flooring LED gooseneck map lights AeroLED wing tip navigation & position lights
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Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Sarah or Darrin
avpay.aero
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$515,000
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TX | Mar 21, 2026 | 118 days | Active | |
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Sarah Aciego
aircraftforsale.com
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$515,000
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Bridgeport | May 02, 2026 | 76 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 (N104WB) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 5,105 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 $515,000.
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 5,105 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 registration data pending for N104WB.
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 N104WB 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 above 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.
