1978 Beechcraft B55
Multi Engine Piston
Equipment & Features
1350 Hours since New Complete, Original and Continuous logs 2 Inadvertent landing gear retractions on landing roll (One in 1981, and another in 1986) Extended Range Fuel Tanks (136 gallons useable) 3 of 4 Fuel Bladders replaced in 2023 Cabin Heater Overhauled (Annual inspection per AD no longer required) Dual yokes Right side rudder pedals and toe brakes Propeller and Windshield Alcohol Deicing System Large Baggage Door Extended Baggage Compartment Always Hangared
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
AirplanesUSA Aircraft Sales proudly presents this unique B55 to market. This is an extremely low time airframe and one of the later serial number Baby Barons to be produced, as 1984 was the last year of production. The aircraft can be flown as is, or it represents an opportunity to upgrade a clean, low time airplane with avionics and customize to desires. Dual instruction, export and worldwide delivery are available. All trades considered. Call Steve Feldman at AirplanesUSA!
Engine
Left Engine: Continental IO-470-L Serial Number 465197CS 1355 Total Hours since New 413 Hours since Top Overhaul (August 1988) Right Engine: Continental IO-470-L Serial Number 465210CS 1355 Total Hours since New Overhauled March, 1998 (Field Overhaul by IA 133140C) 206 Hours since Major Overhaul
Propeller
Left Prop: McCauley 3AE32C75NR Three Blade Constant Speed Propeller 140 Hours since Overhaul Serial Number 768327 Blade Model S82NC-5.5 Blade Serial Numbers F72223YS, F72223YS, K95054YS Alcohol Deice System Overhauled by New Mexico Aircraft Propeller LLC December, 2001 Right Propeller: McCauley 3AE32C75NR Three Blade Constant Speed Propeller 140 Hours since Overhaul Serial Number 768746 Blade Model S82NC-5.5 Blade Serial Numbers F71089YS, F71183YS, K94995YS Alcohol Deice System Overhauled by New Mexico Aircraft Propeller LLC December, 2001 Deice Pads Replaced May, 2023
Interior
Original Interior in good condition. Tear on back of right front seat.
Exterior
Original Paint in very good condition. Minor defects with no peeling. Windscreen and all side glass in excellent condition.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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AirplanesU
controller.com
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$159,900
|
Marysville, CA | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Steve Feldman
avpay.aero
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$179,900
|
— | Mar 21, 2026 | — | Active | |
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AirplanesUSA Aircraft Sales - Steve Feldman
trade-a-plane.com
|
$159,900
|
Marysville, CA | Mar 30, 2026 | — | Active | |
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AirplanesUSA
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$164,537 *
GBP £120,889
|
Marysville, CA | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
AirplanesUSA
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$165,558
|
Marysville, California, Australia | Apr 03, 2026 | — | 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 B55
This 1978 Beechcraft B55 (N236JE) is a multi engine piston with 1,355 hours on the airframe. There are currently 33 B55 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $53,171 to $465,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $159,900.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 3 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N236JE.
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 N236JE against the NTSB accident database.
Airworthiness Directives — Beechcraft B55
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 3 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
Raytheon Aircraft Company (The Beech Aircraft Company and BEECH previously held Type Certificate Nos. 3A15, 3A16, 5A3, and A-777) Models 35-33, 35-A33, 35-B33, 35-C33, E33, F33, G33, 35-C33A, E33A, F33A, E33C, F33C, 35, A35, B35, C35, D35, E35, F35, G35, H35, J35, K35, M35, N35, P35, S35, V35, V35A,...
View full AD →Raytheon Aircraft Company Models A65, A65-8200, 65-B80, 70, 95-A55, 95-B55, 95-C55, D55, E55, 56TC, A56TC, 58, 58P, 58TC, and 95-B55B (T42A) Airplanes
View full AD →Raytheon Aircraft Company (Formerly Known as Beech Aircraft Corporation) Models E33, F33, G33, E33A, F33A, E33C, F33C, C35, D35, E35, F35, G35, H35, J35, K35, M35, N35, P35, S35, V35, V35A, V35B, V35TC, V35ATC, V35BTC, 36, A36, A36TC, B36TC, 50, B50, C50, 95-55, 95A55, 95B55, 95C55, D55, E55, 56TC, ...
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
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