1963 Cessna 205
Single Engine Piston
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Description
1963 CESSNA 205 For Sale in Fenwick, Ontario Operated by the same owner for 15 years. Slide up door and we routinely fly with 5 plus pilot. Takes 30 min. to 10,500 and burns approx. 30 liters per load. Commercially registered and operated in Canada with Limited STC for jump modification.
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10 year inspection - April 2019
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| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Apex Aircraft Sales
controller.com
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$139,000
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Fenwick, ON, Canada | Mar 25, 2026 | 117 days | Active |
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About This Cessna 205
This 1963 Cessna 205 (C-GNDQ) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 7,004 hours on the airframe. There are currently 10 205 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $99,000 to $189,900. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $139,000.
The 205 cruises at 140 kts (259 km/h) with a range of 700 nm (1,296 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14 GPH (53 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $87/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $175/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $22,000. With 7,004 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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Cessna 205 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (C-GNDQ) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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