1978 Beechcraft Bonanza A36
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
A very handsome, well equipped A36. 713 hours on a RAM engine and only 421 on prop since overhaul. Recent avionics upgrade with all Garmin equipment including a GTN750, GNC255, and the best available autopilot, a 3 axis Garmin GFC500. Owned by an experienced aviator who has pampered and upgraded this A36 to make it a very advanced cross country airplane. Annual due November of 2025 but owner willing to negotiate to include a fresh annual with sale.; Current IFR cert.
Engine
Overhauled by RAM
Interior
Brown vinyl/fabric. Grade 8.
Exterior
White with red, blue and gold trim. Grade 6.
Inspection
Annual inspection 11/2024.
Modifications / STCs
• SRS Aviation STC 1 piece instrument panel, New Commant nav/GS antennas, Airtex 345 ELT, Great Lakes Aero Products side windows, new Cygnet Aerospace Dual 'V-up' control yoke with trim.
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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Five by Five Aviation
globalair.com
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$288,000
|
CA | Apr 09, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Five by Five Aviation
globalair.com
|
$288,000
|
CA | Mar 13, 2026 | 2 days | Active | |
|
The Bonanza and Baron Connection
trade-a-plane.com
|
$288,000
|
Oakland, CA | Mar 20, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Five by Five Aviation
aircraftdealer.com
|
$288,000
|
SC | Mar 15, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
|
Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
|
$288,000
|
Md, MD | Mar 17, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Five by Five Aviation
controller.com
|
$288,000
|
Oakland, CA | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Five by Five Aviation
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$293,030 *
GBP £217,628
|
Oakland, CA | Apr 03, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Five by Five Aviation
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$298,191
|
Oakland, California, Australia | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Beechcraft Bonanza A36
This 1978 Beechcraft Bonanza A36 (N23682) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 5,550 hours on the airframe. There are currently 138 Bonanza A36 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $189,900 to $699,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $288,000.
The Bonanza A36 cruises at 169 kts (313 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,500 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14.5 GPH (55 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $80/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $195/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $22,000. With 5,550 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,700 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
NEXT CENTURY AVIATION OREGON LLC
Registration Address
SAUSALITO, CA
Certificate Issued
2021-09-30
Airworthiness
1978-01-09
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
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 database checked for N23682.
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