1956 De Havilland DHC-2
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Dual vhf HF com EDO 4930 Floats with compartments Wheels and DeHavilland Wheel Skis Available Sealand Alaskan door VIKING 5600 lbs Upgross Wing Tip tanks Extended Cabin Lifetime wing struts New door posts installed 2024 Kennmore seaplane finlets Military style seating quick changeout Utility interior Jason alternator Battery forward Tanis engine heater Camera hatch Spares package
Description
Canadian commercial, Delivered with Fresh Annual, Fresh Water, All corrosion ads, 5600lb upgross on wheels 5500lb upgross on floats, Empty weight 3615 on floats 3288 wheels, Can deliver for expenses. Aircraft located in Newfoundland
Engine
Engine S.M.O.H. 1,250 Hours Propeller S.P.O.H. "0" Big two blade prop H/S 22D30-303 (LONG BLADE )
Interior
Jason alternator Battery forward Tanis
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Canadian Aircraft Sales
trade-a-plane.com
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$430,000
|
Hawkesbury, NL, Canada | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This De Havilland DHC-2
This 1956 De Havilland DHC-2 is a 6-seat single engine piston with 18,858 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 $430,000.
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 18,858 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
Registration number not available.
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.
