1978 Grumman AA-5B Tiger
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
Private Aircraft
One owner since new, and always in Switzerland!
Always hangared when not flying
No damage history
MTOW: 1089 kg
Noise: 73.6 dB(A) according ICAO Annex 16, Vol. 1, Chapter 6
Swiss Noise Category B
Possibility to install Gomolzig AG5-606500 exhaust noise silencer to reduce the noise level to 72.3 dBa to be in the Swiss Noise Category D allowing basic training in Switzerland Possibility to perform an avionics retrofit for an additional cost of 35,000 Swiss Francs.
This will include all Garmin Equipment, NAV-COM-GPS, second COM, Transponder, Audio Panel, dual Garmin G5's
Specifications subject to verification by purchaser
Aircraft subject to withdrawal from the market at any time and without notice
Interior
Original Green Velour, in good condition
Exterior
White with light and dark green stripes, in good condition
Modifications / STCs
• Wheel Pants
• Green Tinted Windows
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Aeromeccanica
planecheck.com
|
$83,058 *
CHF 67,000
|
Switzerland | May 03, 2026 | 75 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 Grumman AA-5B Tiger
This 1978 Grumman AA-5B Tiger (HB-UCL) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,215 hours on the airframe. There are currently 21 AA-5B Tiger aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $83,058 to $199,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $83,058.
The AA-5B Tiger cruises at 143 kts (265 km/h) with a range of 681 nm (1,261 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 13,800 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10 GPH (38 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $62/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Grumman AA-5B Tiger — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (HB-UCL) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Switzerland
CH
Seller reportedTitle 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 HB-UCL.
Note: NTSB covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers). This aircraft is registered in a non-US country (HB-UCL). Safety records from the national aviation authority may not be included in our database.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $118,475–$136,875.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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