1978 Grumman American AA-5A Cheetah

Registration: FAA Registered (N-reg) Enjoy significantly lower administrative overhead and spend your budget on maintaining the aircraft rather than paperwork. Overview This is arguably one of the most capable, thoroughly upgraded, and turn-key Grumman Cheetahs on the market today. Upgraded with zero compromises for safe, reliable IFR cross-country flights with family on board, this aircraft was intended to be a "30-year "forever plane." An unexpected long-term career relocation to the USA is the reason she is being offered for sale. Always hangared and in excellent mechanical condition, this Cheetah offers an exceptional balance of high-end capability, great cruise speeds, and remarkably low operational costs. Performance Efficiency Equipped with the 160hp High-Compression STC and a 61" Sensenich propeller, this aircraft punches well above its weight class. Thanks to the SureFly electronic ignition, the engine can be run smoothly Lean-of-Peak (LOP). Cruise Speed: 115 to 125 knots (depending on payload, altitude, and RPM) Fuel Burn: An incredibly efficient 7 to 7.5 gallons per hour (gph) The Ultimate Panel The modern, clean-sheet avionics package is an absolute dream for IFR flying. The Garmin GFC500 digital autopilot transforms workload management during IMC and approaches, offering full LPV, ILS, and DME capability. For ultimate peace of mind when flying over water or in solid instrument conditions, the JPI EDM 830 engine monitor provides flawless accuracy on fuel flow, fuel remaining, and time-to-empty calculations. During the panel upgrade, all legacy electrical switches, fuses, and wiring were completely replaced with modern, reliable circuit breakers. The Garmin GNX375 offers full ADSB-in/out support and real-time sync to the iPad, for both flight planning, tracking and in-flight traffic to be displayed on your iPad. Visuals are stunning from both inside and out. The aircraft features all-LED lighting (including a streamlined tail strobe with the old rudder beacon removed) and a brand-new, crystal-clear canopy and windows that provide perfect visibility and scratch-free inflight photography. Airplane time state: TTAF 2480h Engine SMOH 730h, upgraded to 160hp high-compression STC Propeller TTSN 315h, upgraded to 61" Sensenich propeller matched to this high-compression engine Exterior condition / paint: good, minor chips