1976 Grumman AA-5A
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
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Description
Fresh to the market is a very clean and well maintained Grumman Cheetah AA-5A. Great paint, interior and glass. High compression STC. A quick and efficient way to get that $100 hamburger, or to travel across the country. 813 useful load. In annual, next annual due 05/2026. Don't miss out on a great deal on a great airplane!
Engine
Lycoming O-320-E2G High Compression STC #SE682NE Sensenich 74DM7S10-1.5-61 Propeller STC #SA09990SC TANIS Pre-Heater Engine Overhauled in 2003 by Precision Engine LLC
Interior
Gray Seat covers with no rips or tears Gray Carpets with no rips or stains
Inspection
annual due 05/2026. Don't miss out on
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Yankee Aviation Services
trade-a-plane.com
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$93,500
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Plymouth, MA | Mar 20, 2026 | 119 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Grumman AA-5A
This 1976 Grumman AA-5A (N9868U) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,681 hours on the airframe. There are currently 9 AA-5A aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $60,000 to $295,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $93,500.
The AA-5A cruises at 128 kts (237 km/h) with a range of 657 nm (1,217 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 13,800 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8.5 GPH (32 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $53/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 1 airworthiness directive applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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Grumman AA-5A — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N9868U.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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Airworthiness Directives — Grumman AA-5A
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 1 recent AD found for this aircraft type.
Tiger Aircraft LLC Models AA-5, AA-5A, AA-5B, and AG-5B Airplanes
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