1968 Cessna O-2A for sale

1968 Cessna O-2A

Single Engine Piston

PRICE ON REQUEST
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Location Prague, Czech Republic
Total Time 2,950 hrs
Seats 2
Reg # N409TH
Engine CONTINENTAL IO-360C;IO-360D
Cruise 144 kts (267 km/h)
ICAO Type C337
✓ Clean NTSB

Aircraft Details

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Description

Highlights: Approved for IFR flights Probably the most original O-2A in the world including full radio navigation equipment | Interior: (4) All photos (10) Price: Inquire Posted: 2 years ago Views: 2334 Share Contact seller Ferry & Delivery Click Tap to get a quick and easy quote Make Cessna Model O-2A Year 1968 Seller AIRTRADE Contact Seller type Dealer Location Prague, Czechia Condition Pre-owned Total Time 2950 h Undercarriage Retractable Tricycle Seats 4 Flight Rules IFR Registration N409TH | Maintenance: New annual inspection in 11/2023 300h/100h engines from GO Extensive renovation in 2010

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About This Cessna O-2A

This 1968 Cessna O-2A (N409TH) is a 2-seat single engine piston with 2,950 hours on the airframe.

The O-2A cruises at 144 kts (267 km/h) with a range of 800 nm (1,482 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 22 GPH (83 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $136/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $260/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $25,000. With 2,950 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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 2,950 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,500 hrs)
Budget $330 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna O-2A — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
2
Cruise Speed
144 kts (267 km/h)
Max Speed
150 kts (278 km/h)
Range
800 nm (1,482 km)
Ceiling
18,000 ft (5,486 m)
Max Weight
5,400 lbs (2,449 kg)
Useful Load
1,400 lbs (635 kg)
Horsepower
210 HP
Fuel Capacity
80 gal (303 L)
Fuel Burn
22 GPH (83 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
1,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA O-2A

Fuel Burn
22.0 GPH
~$143/hr
Variable Cost
$260/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$25,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$30,000
every 1,500 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA O-2A. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N409TH.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Prague, Czech Republic

CZ

Seller reported

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

We'll check N409TH against the NTSB accident database.

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