1977 Grumman AA-5 Cheetah
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
1977 AA-5A Cheetah N9JS (Serial# AA5A-0378) Immaculate well-maintained with complete logs. TTAF: 5216, SMOH:1709. Lyc O-320-E2G (160hp STC), McCauley Prop, new starter, relays, tires, brakes, brake lines, Concorde Battery with tender. GMA 345 w/Bluetooth audio, Stratus Transponder ADSB in/out, Sentry ADSB in, GTR 225, EDM 700 engine monitor,Reif engine preheat. Hangared at 06A, but currently in annual at True Flight Aerospace. All ADs current and complied with, Blackstone oil analysis, Savvy engine analysis. Excellent inside and out.
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Christopher Jones
barnstormers.com
|
$88,000
|
Auburn, AL | Jul 11, 2026 | 6 days | Active |
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About This Grumman AA-5 Cheetah
This 1977 Grumman AA-5 Cheetah (N9JS) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 5,216 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 AA-5 Cheetah aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $72,000 to $88,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $88,000.
The AA-5 Cheetah 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.
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Grumman AA-5 Cheetah — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N9JS.
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Title Status
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Safety Record
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