1959 Grumman HU-16A
Amphibians
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Avionics Custom Installation by J. A. Avionics 2020 Dual Garmin G-600 TXi Integrated Avionics System Primary Flight Display and Multi-Function Display Dual Garmin GTN-750 Navigation/Communication Systems Mid-Continent MD-302 Standy Attitude Module PS Engineering PAC45 Special Misson Audio Controller with Dual Channel Audio Selector/ICS Garmin GTX-345R ADS-B Transponder Garmin GTX-335R Transponder Garmin GWX-70 Digital Radar system Garmin GTS 825 TCAS 1 with top and bottom antennas Garmin GDL-69A SXM weather and Satellite Receiver Garmin GSR-56 Satcom system Bose Noise canceling headsets Garmin VHF-210 Marine Band Radio Equipment Darton Pre-Oil
Oil Shutoff and scavenge systems J.P. Instruments EDM-960 Engine Data Management System displays Cies Digital probes and indicators for fuel
oil and hydraulic tanks Aerospace Logic Indicators for: Engine Gauges Electrical monitoringFuel Level Dual Mid Continent MD-93 Digital clocks Dual Mid Continent TA-202 USD ports Potta-Potty (marine) in lavatory Marine electrical system to allow operation on water of basic ships systems without running aircraft system Seaton Electronic Panel light dimmer system
Description
COURTESY: N3HU 1959 Grumman HU-16A Albatross. One of the top Albatross aircraft in the world! Amazing Garmin Avionics upgrade, Upgraded systems Only 2 civilian operators since military release Complete spares and support package included!
Engine
Engine(s) Wright 1820-76, 1475 hp LH: 182 Hrs SMOH by Anderson Airmotive RH: 36 Hrs SMOH by Anderson Airmotive Propeller(s) Hamilton Standard AD is not applicable to this propeller model LH: 1186 Hrs. SPOH RH: 1804 Hrs. SPOH
Propeller
Airframe 5054 Hrs TTSNEW
Interior
Interior Redone with 10 removable seats and 2 single bunks, cabin table. Excellent condition. New placards and many panels were rebuilt. Potty Exterior Navy Gray with orange stripe, excellent condition
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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Courtesy Aircraft Sales
trade-a-plane.com
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$1,400,000
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Chicago (), IL | Jun 03, 2026 | 45 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Grumman HU-16A
This 1959 Grumman HU-16A (N3HU) is a 8-seat amphibians with 5,054 hours on the airframe. This aircraft is listed at the market average at $1,400,000.
The HU-16A cruises at 125 kts (232 km/h) with a range of 1,500 nm (2,778 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 21,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 100 GPH (378 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $620/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Grumman HU-16A — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N3HU.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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