1971 Cessna 150K
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Hiller Aviation Brokerage Consulting is proud to offer this 1971 Cessna 150K with 150 HP engine and float kit! Classic two-seat trainer with an included float kit and freshly overhauled landplane propeller. Powered by the reliable Lycoming O-320-E2D, this aircraft has extensive and consecutive maintenance records, and dual-purpose capability as both a landplane and floatplane. Ideal for flight training, personal travel, or seaplane operations. Delivery available AIRFRAME: TTAF: 1,122.19 Hours Annual Completed: October 2025 Useful Load: 454.5 lbs on wheels Useful Load: 491 lbs on floats New Aluminum Fuel Lines, Tanks, Selector Valve Filler Neck Assemblies (October 2025) New Tires, Tubes, Wheels, Brake Calipers, Rotors Brake Lines (October 2025) New Steering Arms All-New Stainless Steel Structural Hardware Throughout (October 2025) New ELT Battery (October 2025) Complete Consecutive Logs Since New All AD's up to date Included: Complete Float Kit/EDO 1650 Floats + Seaplane McCauley Propeller Included: Launch Trailer for Floats ENGINE: ● Lycoming O-320-E2D (150 HP) ● SNEW: 1122.19 Hours ● Compressions: 74.75.74.76 / 80 ● Oil Change Filter Replaced October 2025 PROP: ● Landplane: McCauley 1C172TM7458 Fixed-Pitch - 74" diameter ● Freshly Overhauled by A.C. Propeller Service, Seattle WA October: 2025 SPOH: 23.5 Hours ● Seaplane Prop Available: McCauley 1C172TM7653 Fixed-Pitch - 76-1/8" blade with Logbooks Spacer AVIONICS: ● Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel ● Garmin Apollo SL30 COM/NAV Radio ● Garmin GTX 335 Transponder (ADS-B Out) ● Garmin GPSmap 495 Portable GPS ● Icom IC-M302 Marine VHF Radio Disclaimer: The Seller and Agent provide the information herein solely to assist prospective buyers in their evaluation of the aircraft. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, errors and omissions may occur. All specifications, equipment, features, times, statuses, and conditions are the sole responsibility of the Buyer to verify prior to closing. Neither Seller nor Agent shall be held liable for any discrepancies, errors, or omissions discovered after closing, nor are they obligated to provide any equipment, features, inspections, or other considerations beyond what is expressly agreed upon. All aircraft, equipment, and prices are subject to change without notice, and are subject to prior sale, withdrawal
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Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Hiller Aviation Consulting
trade-a-plane.com
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$84,900
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— | Jun 30, 2026 | 18 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
aircraftforsale.com
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$84,900
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Washington | Jul 03, 2026 | 14 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna 150K
This 1971 Cessna 150K (N6457G) is a 2-seat single engine piston with 1,122 hours on the airframe. There are currently 7 150K aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $52,000 to $84,900. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $84,900.
The 150K cruises at 97 kts (180 km/h) with a range of 420 nm (778 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 5.5 GPH (21 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $34/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $75/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $9,000. With 1,122 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 678 hours remaining to engine TBO .
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Cessna 150K — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N6457G.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Location not available
Title Status
No FAA title records
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Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
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Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 150K
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THERE WERE SEVERAL CORRODED AND CRACKED WING TRAILING EDGE RIBS IN BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT WINGS. DURING REPLACEMENT OF THOSE RIBS AFTER OPENING UP THE WING SKIN THE CORROSION WAS OBSERVED TO BE MORE EXTEN...
PART NUMBER 0411899-1, STIFFENER ASSEMBLY LANDING GEAR BULKHEAD, FOUND TO HAVE SIGNIFICANT CORROSION OF LOWER SECTION UNDER MAIN LANDING GEAR. DISCOVERED DURING THE ANNUAL INSPECTION WHEN WHAT APPEARED TO BE A DEFECT OF ATTACHING PART 0411903-1, ANGL...
WHEN CLEANING UP THE ACCESSORY CASE FOUND THAT THE SAFETY WIRE THAT SECURES THE OIL PUMP BOLTS PN 22537 WAS WORN THROUGH ON ALL 4 BOLTS. REMOVED THE SAFETY WIRE WITH MY FINGERS. THE WIRE WAS WORN WHERE IT ENTERED THE HOLES IN THE BOLT HEADS. THERE...
AFTER TAKEOFF AT APPROXIMATELY 200-250 FEET AGL THE ENGINE POWER DECREASED AND SUBSEQUENTLY WOULD NOT GO ABOVE IDLE. AIRCRAFT MADE AN EMERGENCY LANDING SAFELY PAST THE END OF THE RUNWAY IN A GRASSY AREA. TROUBLESHOOTING REVEALED CARBURETOR TO BE CONT...
(CAN) ENGINE INSPECTED AFTER UNSCHEDULED LANDING, FOUND NR 1 CYLINDER WITH NO COMPRESSION, CYLINDER REMOVED AND FOUND EXHAUST VALVE BROKEN.
BEGAN NORMAL LANDING CHECK LIST INCLUDING CHECKING CARB HEAT. AFTER PULLING CARB HEAT ON, ENGINE DIED. TURNED OFF CARB HEAT & ENGINE RESTARTED ON ITS OWN WITHOUT PILOT INPUTS. CONTINUED PATTERN & GRADUALLY REAPPLIED CARB HEAT ON BASE AND FINAL. O...
THIS IS ONE OF THE ELT`S THAT USES DATED FLASHLIGHT BATTERIES. THE BATTERIES ARE STILL IN DATE BUT OFTEN WE FIND THAT THE BATTERIES ARE LEAKING OR DEAD BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE. RECOMMEND THAT THE BATTERIES ARE CHANGED AT EACH ANNUAL TO CORRECT T...
AIRCRAFT IN CRUISE FLIGHT AT 2200 FT, ENGINE BEGAN TO RUN ROUGH. PILOT DECLARED AND EMERGENCY AND LANDED AT AIRPORT. AFTER LANDING THE VALVE COVER WAS REMOVED FROM THE NR 2 CYLINDER AND IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT ALL 3 BOSSES FOR THE VALVE ROCKER SHAFT...
(CAN) AT FWD END OF SEAT TRACKS, 2 SCREWS BEYOND END OF TRACK. SCREWS ATTACH TO ANGLE UNDER FLOOR SKIN. CRACKS ORIGINATE FROM UNDER SCREW HEADS, FWD OF TRACK. TRACK, PILOT'S IB, DOES NOT HAVE UNDER FLOOR ANGLE. THERE WERE NO CRACKS THIS LOCATION. OT...
POWER LOSS ON TAKE OFF. UPON INSPECTION, FOUND PUSHROD TUBE BENT. INDICATES STUCK VALVE. DEVELOPMENT NEEDED TO AVOID EXHAUST AND/OR INTAKE VALVES FROM STICKING. (WP07200421112)
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is above the typical asking range for this model, roughly $65,507–$71,591.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
