1975 Commander 112A for sale

1975 Commander 112A

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$98,000within typical asking range
Location Yes Hangared Warrenton, VA
Total Time 2,445 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 316
Reg # N1316J
Engine Reciprocating
Cruise 125 kts (232 km/h)
✓ FAA Valid ✓ Clean NTSB

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR

Garmin GNS530 WAAS cert GPS/Nav Garmin GMA345 Audio panel w/Bluetooth (2024) Garmin GTX345 Transponder ADS-B in and out Dual Garmin GI275 Elec. Flight Instrument/MFDs (2024) King KX155 digital Nav/Comm Glideslope receiver Century I Autopilot

Description

Maintenance Condition: Hangared: Yes Complete Logs: Yes Hangared Warrenton, VA (KHWY) All factory mods C/W incl. Elev. Spar All Logs Original and Complete History: '85 and 2020 Annual due: 09-2026 IFR Certification due: 10-2026 Landing Gear motor overhauled: 2024 Useful load: 880 lbs. Avionics and Panel: Garmin GNS530 WAAS cert GPS/Nav Garmin GMA345 Audio panel w/Bluetooth (2024) Garmin GTX345 Transponder ADS-B in and out Dual Garmin GI275 Elec. Flight Instrument/MFDs (2024) King KX155 digital Nav/Comm Glideslope receiver Century I Autopilot Additional Equipment: JPI 730 Fuel Flow transducer w/OAT Elec. Int’l. digital EGT Astrotech Quartz chronometer Skytec LtWt starter Voice Alert2040 sys. Avionics master Polished Spinner Heated Pitot Concorde RG35 AXG battery External Power Plug Alternate Static Source 3 pt Strobes 114B style NACA dorsal fin Solid Nose Gear Drag Link pivot pin Rear Seat Vents 68 gal. fuel capacity Interior: ’85 Beige Tweed fabric and vinyl seats and sidepanels (-7) New interior molding and custom 112 floor mats 2011 Exterior: ’85 Overall Black w/metallic Silver and Gold trim (6+) New Rear glass 2024 – New windshield 2011

Engine

Lycoming IO-360, IO-360, 220 SMOH

Interior

'85 Beige Tweed fabric and vinyl seats and sidepanels (-7) New rear glass (2024) New windshield and interior molding; custom 112 floor mats (2011)

Exterior

'85 Overall Back w/metallic Silver and Gold trim (6+) Interior: '85 Beige Tweed fabric and vinyl seats and sidepanels (-7) New rear glass (2024) New windshield and interior molding; custom 112 floor mats (2011)

Inspection

Hangared: Yes Complete Logs: Yes Hangared Warrenton, VA (KHWY) All factory mods C/W incl. Elev. Spar All Logs Original and Complete History: '85 and 2020 Annual due: 09-2026 IFR Certification due: 10-2026 Landing Gear motor overhauled: 2024 Useful load: 880 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
$98,000
$109,000
Judi Anderson
barnstormers.com
$98,000
Additional Equipment
globalplanesearch.com
$98,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Commander 112A

This 1975 Commander 112A (N1316J) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,445 hours on the airframe. There are currently 12 112A aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $68,802 to $489,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $98,000.

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 2,445 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

FAA registration: Valid (WILLIAMS ADAM SCOTT)
Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 2,445 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

Registered Owner

WILLIAMS ADAM SCOTT

Registration Address

CHEVY CHASE, MD

Certificate Issued

2023-08-25

Airworthiness

1975-05-29

FAA Status

Valid

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Yes Hangared Warrenton, VA

Seller reported 139 more aircraft in Virginia →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Location note: Listed in Yes Hangared Warrenton, VA but FAA registration shows CHEVY CHASE, MD. Aircraft may have been relocated. Confirm current location with seller.

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 N1316J.

Price History

10 price events · sources: trade-a-plane.com, aso, aso.com, globalplanesearch.com, barnstormers.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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