1961 De Havilland DHC-2
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
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IFRDescription
AFTT: 7,362.7 hours Eng SMOH 193 Prop SNEW 193 Useful Load 1200 Serial Number: 1464 Wipaire 6000A Amphibious Floats Location: KTIW (Tacoma Narrows Airport) Bird Cage Inspection 2023, wing struts new. N126RS is a well‑equipped float Beaver featuring extended cabin modifications, low engine time since overhaul, and premium float installation ideal for charter, utility, and adventure operations. It has been maintained consistently by the best maintenance shops in the Northwest, Ace Aviation, Kenmore, Seaplanes Northwest. Main gear and skis not included. Logs 1994 – Present. Flown weekly. Floats Wipaire 6000A Amphibious Floats Key Features - Auto Pilot (operational) • Gross Weight Increase to 5,370 lbs • Tip Tanks • STOL fence Kit with micro VGs • Lake & Air Gear Advisory • “The Boss” Panel with IFR and Auto Pilot • Sealand Extended Rear Cabin with Panaview Windows • Bubble Window Cargo Doors • Electric Fuel Pump Primer • Firewall Battery Kit • Interior Corrosion Proofing • Belly Camera Modification • Fresh Annual Inspection • Door Post AD Complied With • Dual control yoke and pedals • Stainless steel trim tab rods • Stainless steel screw kit • Beautiful floor panels • LEMO Headset Plugs • G243 Battery Mod • Heater Stack Exhaust • Firewall Battery Kit • Fishing rod tube • Dehavilland cut down pilot seats • Wipaire center seat bench • Rear sling • Skylight windows • Sound proofing and insulation • New Kenmore Air Harbor Struts • Float mid step
Engine
Engine Pratt & Whitney R985AN14B Tulsa Overhaul, TSOH: 193 hours Overhaul Year 2015 Annual Inspection Due Oct 2026 Useful load 1200 pounds
Propeller
Propeller Hartzell HC‑B3R30‑4B TSN: 193 hours (2016)
Interior
Interior 8.5/10
Exterior
Paint 8/10
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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Av8Rs
controller.com
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$650,000
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Gig Harbor, WA | Apr 01, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Av8Rs
aviationtrader.com.au
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$670,042
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Gig Harbor, Washington, Australia | Apr 06, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Av8Rs
controlleremea.co.uk
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$661,443 *
GBP £491,241
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Gig Harbor, WA | Apr 08, 2026 | — | 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 1961 De Havilland DHC-2 is a 6-seat single engine piston with 7,362 hours on the airframe. There are currently 11 DHC-2 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $340,000 to $920,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $650,000.
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 7,362 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
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Location & Ownership
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
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