1971 Beechcraft Musketeer
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Airframe: TTAF: 3466 Engines: TSOH: 1381 Nickel Cylinders 602 Props: New prop Time: 720
Engine
TSOH: 1381 Nickel Cylinders 602
Exterior
Paint is fair
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Lee Coss
aircraftdealer.com
|
$77,000
|
Greenville, SC | Mar 15, 2026 | 1 days | Active |
Estimate Monthly Payment
Beechcraft Musketeer loan calculator
AeroGurus Data & Analysis
Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis
About This Beechcraft Musketeer
This 1971 Beechcraft Musketeer (N9730Q) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,466 hours on the airframe. There are currently 12 Musketeer aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $34,000 to $128,900. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $77,000.
The Musketeer cruises at 130 kts (241 km/h) with a range of 640 nm (1,185 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 12,600 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9 GPH (34 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $56/hr in fuel alone. With 3,466 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
Beechcraft Musketeer — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
AeroGurus estimateBEECHCRAFT Musketeer
AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the BEECHCRAFT Musketeer. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.
Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
WHEAT LAND AVIATION LLC
Registration Address
ANDOVER, KS
Certificate Issued
2016-10-31
Airworthiness
1971-12-17
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
Location & Ownership
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 database checked for N9730Q.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $113,450–$155,715.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.