1959 De Havilland DHC-2 MK1 Beaver
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Complete rebuild in 2014 after accident in Australia. No expense spared, privately owned for since 2016 and used for personal use only.
New interior in 2019.
Following STC’s
SA1324CH SEALAND GW1 TO 5600LB
SA1402GL CLEVELAND WHEELS & BRAKES
SA00097NY SEALAND CABIN EXTENSION
SA398NW HARTZELL 3 BLADE PROPELLER
SA04-71 HOLMES EXTENDED ENGINE MOUNT
SA397NW KENMORE FORWARD BATTERY KIT
SA01282NY AIRWOLF ENGINE OIL FILTER
SE5HINM STOL BLOW PROOF EXHAUST GASKETS
SA1913WE EDO 4930 FLOATS;
SA4613NM ALTEE DODGE FOLDING SEAT
SA456NDU KENMORE SEAPLANE FINS;
SA763NW KENMORE REAR WINDOWS;
SA00345DE OILMATE PRE-OILER;
SA1789NM KENMORE DOMED WINDOWS;
SA2015WE ALTERNATOR SYSTEM;
SA1015NE ELEVATOR STAINLESS STEEL PUSHRODS;
SA348NW KENMORE JASCO ALTERNATOR;
SA4005NM PRESICE PULSELITE SYSTEM;
SA615EA WHELEN STROBE;
SA01645NY SEALAND FRONT STRUTS;
SA01876NY SEALAND INSTRUMENT LOCATION;
SA13890NY SEALAND JUMP SEATS;
SA01300NY SEALAND TIP TANKS;
SA3862NM EGT-CHT GAUGE INSTALLATION;
SA09-96 FUEL PRESSURE AMMETER GAUGE/OIL TEMP-OIL PRESSURE GAUGE/OAT CARBY TEMP
Floats previously installed - not flown on water since rebuild.
Nil corrosion.
Can arrange Ferry/Shipment
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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Listing Source
planesalesusa.com
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$558,620
$551,305
|
New South Wales, Australia | Jul 02, 2026 | 15 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
planesales.com.au
|
$555,980
$555,054
|
New South Wales, Australia | Jul 02, 2026 | 15 days | Active |
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About This De Havilland DHC-2 MK1 Beaver
This 1959 De Havilland DHC-2 MK1 Beaver (VH-PCF) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 11,025 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 DHC-2 MK1 Beaver aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $558,620 to $558,620. This aircraft is listed at the market average at $558,620.
The DHC-2 MK1 Beaver 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 11,025 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.
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De Havilland DHC-2 MK1 Beaver — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (VH-PCF) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
New South Wales, Australia
AU
Seller reportedTitle Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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