1961 Cessna 310F
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
good for one person or two children. Passenger can lay on the seat bench. Possible to replace the seat Bench with two independent Seats (these would need to be sourced & purchased separately)
All Seats equipped with Head Rests Window Curtains InspectionsComplete Cessna SID inspection was completed in Germany by Airplus in Friedrichshafen
over €100,000 invested Annual inspection to be completed in April 2026 and included in the priceSpecifications subject to verification by purchaser. Aircraft subject to withdrawal
Description
Airframe Total Time: 4,139 Horsepower: 2 x 260 HP Best Cruise Speed: 191 KIAS Best Range (i): 678 NM Fuel Burn @ 75%: 25.0 GPH Stall Speed: 73 KIAS Rate of climb: 1,800 FPM Rate of climb (1 engine out): 375 FPM Ceiling: 21,300 FT Ceiling (1 engine out): 7,450 FT Takeoff distance: 1,120 FT Landing distance: 1,265 FT Takeoff distance over 50ft obstacle: 1,395 FT Landing distance over 50ft obstacle: 1,720 FT Gross Weight: 4,990 LBS Empty Weight: 1631.60 kg, 3597.06 LBS, Weighed in April 2021 Fuel capacity: 130 GAL Usable, 4 hours endurance Noise Level: 78.1 dB(A), measured according ICAO Annex 16, Vol. 1, Chapter 6 Engines Continental IO-470-D44B Engine 1, S/N: 105691-R TT: 1358:15 hours Factory Rebuilt in 1997 Engine Recommended TBO at 1’500Hrs or 12 years recommended by Continental Cylinders compression values taken during the annual inspection in March 2025: 77/78/79/75/79/78 Engine 2, S/N: 105691-R TT: 1358:15 hrs Factory Rebuilt in 1997 Engine Recommended TBO at 1’500Hrs or 12 years recommended by Continental Cylinders compression values taken during the annual inspection in March 2025: 65/65/72/80/68/70 Propellers (1&2) 3 Bladed McCauley 3AF32C528 with Polished Spinners, FAA STC SA00879CH, manufactured in 2000 Electric Propeller Deice Total Time: 1014:22 hours TSOH: 332:03 Overhauled in February 2014 Propeller Recommended TBO at 3’000 Hrs or 6 Years Avionics & Radios 2ea Garmin GNS430W NAV-COM-GPS WAAS King KI525A HSI Indicator King GI106A NAV Indicator King KMA24 Audo Panel, Marker Beacon Sigtronics SPA400 Intercom with headsets connections for all occupants King KN63 DME with KDI572 Indicator King KR87 ADF with KI229 Indicator Garmin GTX330 Mode S Transponder Number 1 KT76 Transponder Number 2 King KRA10A Radar Altimeter 3M WX1000+ Stormscope Autopilot Century Auto Control III B Kannad 406AF ELT Copilot instrument panel with: Attitude Indicator Airspeed Indicator Altimeter Directional Gyro Chronometer on Pilot Control Yoke Clock on Co-Pilot Control Yoke Modifications/Conversions Pneumatic Deice System, all Boots in very good condition, all replaced in the last 3 years Janitrol Combustion Cabin Heater Oxygen System 3 Pistons Cleveland Brakes Co-Pilot Brakes System Green Tinted Side Windows, two windshields, the side window in very good condition, windshields have some crazing 3 Bladed Propellers with Polished Spinners, FAA STC SA00879CH Electric Propeller Deice Position Lights & Beacon on Tail LED Taxi Light on nose Gear Retractable Landing Lights Exterior White with green accents, very nice modern design & in good condition Interior Beige fabric & vinyle interior, original & in good, acceptable condition Pilot eats refurbished & with integral Lamm Skins 4 Seats (1 Pilot & 3 Passengers) 3 Seats & one Seat Bench, good for one person or two children. Passenger can lay on the seat bench. Possible to replace the seat Bench with two independent Seats (these would need to be sourced & purchased separately) All Seats equipped with Head Rests Window Curtains Inspections Complete Cessna SID inspection was completed in Germany by Airplus in Friedrichshafen, over €100,000 invested Annual inspection to be completed in April 2026 and included in the price Specifications subject to verification by purchaser. Aircraft subject to withdrawal from the market at any time & without notice.
Engine
Continental IO-470-D44B Engine 1, S/N: 105691-R TT: 1358:15 hours Factory Rebuilt in 1997 Engine Recommended TBO at 1’500Hrs or 12 years recommended by Continental Cylinders compression values taken during the annual inspection in March 2025: 77/78/79/75/79/78 Engine 2, S/N: 105691-R TT: 1358:15 hrs Factory Rebuilt in 1997 Engine Recommended TBO at 1’500Hrs or 12 years recommended by Continental Cylinders compression values taken during the annual inspection in March 2025: 65/65/72/80/68/70 Propellers (1&2) 3 Bladed McCauley 3AF32C528 with Polished Spinners, FAA STC SA00879CH, manufactured in 2000 Electric Propeller Deice Total Time: 1014:22 hours TSOH: 332:03 Overhauled in February 2014 Propeller Recommended TBO at 3’000 Hrs or 6 Years Avionics & Radios 2ea Garmin GNS430W NAV-COM-GPS WAAS King KI525A HSI Indicator King GI106A NAV Indicator King KMA24 Audo Panel, Marker Beacon Sigtronics SPA400 Intercom with headsets connections for all occupants King KN63 DME with KDI572 Indicator King KR87 ADF with KI229 Indicator Garmin GTX330 Mode S Transponder Number 1 KT76 Transponder Number 2 King KRA10A Radar Altimeter 3M WX1000+ Stormscope Autopilot Century Auto Control III B Kannad 406AF ELT Copilot instrument panel with: Attitude Indicator Airspeed Indicator Altimeter Directional Gyro Chronometer on Pilot Control Yoke Clock on Co-Pilot Control Yoke Modifications/Conversions Pneumatic Deice System, all Boots in very good condition, all replaced in the last 3 years Janitrol Combustion Cabin Heater Oxygen System 3 Pistons Cleveland Brakes Co-Pilot Brakes System Green Tinted Side Windows, two windshields, the side window in very good condition, windshields have some crazing 3 Bladed Propellers with Polished Spinners, FAA STC SA00879CH Electric Propeller Deice Position Lights & Beacon on Tail LED Taxi Light on nose Gear Retractable Landing Lights Exterior White with green accents, very nice m
Interior
Beige fabric & vinyle interior, original & in good, acceptable condition Pilot eats refurbished & with integral Lamm Skins 4 Seats (1 Pilot & 3 Passengers) 3 Seats & one Seat Bench, good for one person or two children. Passenger can lay on the seat bench. Possible to replace the seat Bench with two independent Seats (these would need to be sourced & purchased separately) All Seats equipped with Head Rests Window Curtains Inspections Complete Cessna SID inspection was completed in Germany by Airplus in Friedrichshafen, over €100,000 invested Annual inspection to be completed in April 2026 and included in the price Specifications subject to verification by purchaser. Aircraft subject to withdrawal from the market at any time & without notice.
Exterior
White with green accents, very nice modern design & in good condition Interior Beige fabric & vinyle interior, original & in good, acceptable condition Pilot eats refurbished & with integral Lamm Skins 4 Seats (1 Pilot & 3 Passengers) 3 Seats & one Seat Bench, good for one person or two children. Passenger can lay on the seat bench. Possible to replace the seat Bench with two independent Seats (these would need to be sourced & purchased separately) All Seats equipped with Head Rests Window Curtains Inspections Complete Cessna SID inspection was completed in Germany by Airplus in Friedrichshafen, over €100,000 invested Annual inspection to be completed in April 2026 and included in the price Specifications subject to verification by purchaser. Aircraft subject to withdrawal from the market at any time & without notice.
Inspection
Complete Cessna SID inspection was completed in Germany by Airplus in Friedrichshafen, over €100,000 invested Annual inspection to be completed in April 2026 and included in the price Specifications subject to verification by purchaser. Aircraft subject to withdrawal from the market at any time & without notice.
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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Stefano Scossa
avpay.aero
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$129,577
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— | Apr 05, 2026 | 104 days | Active |
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About This Cessna 310F
This 1961 Cessna 310F is a 5-seat multi engine piston with 4,139 hours on the airframe. There are currently 3 310F aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $113,340 to $129,577. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $129,577.
The 310F cruises at 185 kts (343 km/h) with a range of 800 nm (1,482 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 20,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 26 GPH (98 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $161/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $290/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $26,000. With 4,139 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. Mechanics have filed 3 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Cessna 310F — Model Specs
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Title Status
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Safety Record
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Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 310F
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 3 recent reports for this aircraft type.
PILOT REPORTED FUEL ODOR IN CABIN. DURING THE ANNUAL INSPECTION, HEAVY FUEL STAINING WAS NOTED IN THE SPAR BOX AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE RIGID FUEL CROSS FEED LINES THAT RUN THROUGH THE FUSELAGE, INSIDE OF THE MAIN SPAR BOX, HAD CORRODED INTERN...
DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT FEATHERING PIN ASSY MOUNTED ON THIS PROPELLER IS WRONG PART. PART AS INSTALLED IS MOUNTED ON TOP OF TWO RIVETS IN SPINNER BULKHEAD, CAUSING PART TO BE BENT OVER THE RIVETS AND WEARING ON BLADE CLAMPS. LEF...
THE NOSE STRUT APPEARS TO HAVE GONE FLAT DURING TAXI FOR TAKE OFF. DURING THE GEAR RETRACTION CYCLE THE NOSE STRUT, NOT FULLY EXTENDED, HUNG UP ON THE CENTER ATTACH ARMS OF THE NOSE GEAR DOORS PULLING THE IDLER BELLCRANK (PN 0842102-2) APART.
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.