1977 Beechcraft Duke 60
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRAvionics Garmin GTN 750Xi GPS1/Com1/Nav1 Garmin GTN 650Xi GPS2/Com2/Nav2 Garmin GMA-35C Audio Panel Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder 1 Garmin GTX 330 ADS-B Out Transponder 2 Garmin GDL 69 XM Receiver for XM Weather and Radio Century IV Autopilot Bendix King 160 Color Radar Insight G4T Gemini Engine Monitor Additional Equipment Factory Air Conditioning Radar
Description
1977 BEECHCRAFT B60 DUKE For Sale in Conroe, Texas If you want an airplane that will go fast (over 200 KTAS), carry a ton of weight (2,187 pound useful load), and is pressurized, say hello to N717VS. Meticulously cared for by Best Aviation Services in Longmont, CO, the BEST Beechcraft Duke shop in the country, N717VS is by far in the top 5 of Duke’s that are still flying today. Once the new owner installs the BLR Winglets and Aft strakes, it may very well be the best piston Duke in the country. Completely upgraded avionics, great paint and interior, N717VS is ready to fly. Full Digital Logs available. Contact Texas Top Aviation today
Engine
Left Engine Lycoming TIO-541, 380 HP 460 Hours SMOH Compressions all in the 70s at May 2025 Annual Right Engine Lycoming TIO 541, 380 HP 460 Hours SMOH Compressions all in the 70s at May 2025 Annual Left Propeller 3 Blade Hartzell Propeller 1258 SPOH Right Propeller 3 Blade Hartzell Propeller 1258 SPOH
Propeller
Left Propeller 3 Blade Hartzell Propeller 1258 SPOH Right Propeller 3 Blade Hartzell Propeller 1258 SPOH
Interior
Exterior White with blue striping 8/10 Interior 6 Place Dark Grey Leather Seats 8/10
Exterior
and interior, N717VS is ready to fly
Inspection
Annual Inspection Completed May 2025 by Best Aviation
Modifications / STCs
• Factory Air Conditioning
• Radar
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Texas Top Aviation
trade-a-plane.com
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$315,000
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Conroe, TX | Mar 20, 2026 | 119 days | Active | |
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Texas Top Aviation
controller.com
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$315,000
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Conroe, TX | Mar 25, 2026 | 114 days | Active | |
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Texas Top Aviation
controlleremea.co.uk
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$319,852 *
GBP £238,031
|
Conroe, TX | Apr 03, 2026 | 106 days | Active | |
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Texas Top Aviation
aviationtrader.com.au
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$326,147
|
Conroe, TX | Apr 02, 2026 | 106 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Beechcraft Duke 60
This 1977 Beechcraft Duke 60 (N717VS) is a 6-seat multi engine piston with 3,510 hours on the airframe. There are currently 23 Duke 60 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $120,000 to $925,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $315,000.
The Duke 60 cruises at 240 kts (444 km/h) with a range of 1,000 nm (1,852 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 30,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 45 GPH (170 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $279/hr in fuel alone. With 3,510 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,400 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Beechcraft Duke 60 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N717VS.
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 safety data coming soon.
We'll check N717VS against the NTSB accident database.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is above the typical asking range for this model, roughly $169,000–$239,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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