1975 Commander 112A for sale

1975 Commander 112A

Single Engine Piston

CLEAN HISTORY FOR SALE
$89,000within typical asking range
Location PA
Total Time 3,632 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 311
Reg # N1311J
Damage History Clean per seller
Cruise 125 kts (232 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR

Garmin GNS530 WAAS cert GPS/Nav Garmin GTR225 Comm (2024) Garmin GMA340 Audio panel w/3 lite MKB Glideslope receiver Garmin GTX345 Transponder – ADS-B in and out

wx & traffic (2024) Stec-30 Autopilot w/heading and altitude hold – GPSS Roll Steering

Description

Maintenance Condition: Complete Logs: Yes Damage History: No Tied-down since 2023 Toughkenamon, PA (N57) - prev. hangared 19 yrs Tampa, FL All factory mods C/W incl. Elev. Spar All Logs Original and Complete No Damage History No Hail – No corrosion Fresh Annual: 04-26 IFR Certification due: Fresh 04-26 ELT battery due: 04-29 New muffler: 2023 Useful load: 845 lbs. Avionics and Panel: Garmin GNS530 WAAS cert GPS/Nav Garmin GTR225 Comm (2024) Garmin GMA340 Audio panel w/3 lite MKB Glideslope receiver Garmin GTX345 Transponder – ADS-B in and out, wx traffic (2024) Stec-30 Autopilot w/heading and altitude hold – GPSS Roll Steering Additional Equipment: GAMIjectors JPI EDM700 Engine monitor 4 pl. intercom Avionics master Heated Pitot External Power Plug Alternate Static Source Rear seat vents Overhead lighting 3 pt Strobes 114B style NACA dorsal fin 68 gal. fuel capacity Interior: 2000 Gray leather seats and sidepanels (-7) Exterior: 2003 White upper w/Blue and silver trim (-7) Notes: Robotow included w/sale.

Engine

Lycoming IO-360, Lycoming 200, IO-360, 1578 SFOH

Interior

2000 Gray leather seats and sidepanels (-7) 2003 White upper w/Blue and silver trim (-7)

Exterior

2003 White upper w/Blue and silver trim (-7)

Inspection

Complete Logs: Yes Damage History: No Tied-down since 2023 Toughkenamon, PA (N57) - prev. hangared 19 yrs Tampa, FL All factory mods C/W incl. Elev. Spar All Logs Original and Complete No Damage History No Hail – No corrosion Fresh Annual: 04-26 IFR Certification due: Fresh 04-26 ELT battery due: 04-29 New muffler: 2023 Useful load: 845 lbs.

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Listing Source
aso.com
$89,000
$89,900
Complete Logs
globalplanesearch.com
$89,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Commander 112A

This 1975 Commander 112A (N1311J) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,632 hours on the airframe. There are currently 12 112A aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $46,834 to $489,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $89,000.

The 112A cruises at 125 kts (232 km/h) with a range of 600 nm (1,111 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,800 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10 GPH (38 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $62/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $120/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $15,000. With 3,632 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 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: 3,632 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
Budget $150 for pre-purchase inspection

Commander 112A — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
125 kts (232 km/h)
Range
600 nm (1,111 km)
Ceiling
14,800 ft (4,511 m)
Max Weight
2,650 lbs (1,202 kg)
Useful Load
1,000 lbs (454 kg)
Horsepower
200 HP
Fuel Burn
10 GPH (38 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

COMMANDER 112A

Fuel Burn
10.0 GPH
~$65/hr
Variable Cost
$120/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$15,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$25,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the COMMANDER 112A. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N1311J.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

PA

Seller reported 120 more aircraft in Pennsylvania →

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

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for N1311J.

Price History

2 price events · sources: trade-a-plane.com, aso.com

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $87,000–$135,000.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

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