1958 De Havilland DHC-2
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
1958 DEHAVILLAND DHC-2 For Sale in Pitt Meadows, British Columbia Customized and personalized interior with Harley Davidson Logos. This Beaver is like a Harley Davidson version with Harley colors and Harley embroidered into the seats. Serial #1277 The De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver, often referred to as the “best bush plane ever built” This iconic aircraft has been meticulously maintained and is on a Corrosion program with a preferred maintenance facility at Pitt Meadows. Currently privately registered and on 4930 floats. Wheel gear is included with this aircraft. Recent inspections completed are the elevator tubes and door posts. This aircraft has been operating out if fresh water only for the past few years GARMIN PANEL MOUNT COM RADIO GTR 225A 10W BENDIX KING MODE S TRANSPONDER
Engine
Engine 1 Make/Model
Propeller
Prop overhauled July 2018
Interior
Interior
Exterior
Exterior
Inspection
Airworthy
Modifications / STCs
• 4930 floats
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Aircraft Canada
controller.com
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$495,000
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Pitt Meadows, BC, Canada | Mar 25, 2026 | 114 days | Active | |
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Aircraft Canada
controlleremea.co.uk
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$505,436 *
GBP £374,099
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Pitt Meadows, BC, Canada | Apr 08, 2026 | 100 days | Active | |
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Aircraft Canada
aviationtrader.com.au
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$511,370
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Pitt Meadows, BC, Canada | Apr 06, 2026 | 102 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This De Havilland DHC-2
This 1958 De Havilland DHC-2 (C-GEZS) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 20,615 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 listed at the market average at $495,000.
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 20,615 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-GEZS) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Pitt Meadows, BC, Canada
CA
Seller reported 86 more aircraft in British Columbia →Title Status
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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 History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $619,993–$766,106.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.