1978 Commander 114
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
GMA 340 Dual GNS-430's GTX 327 Dual GI 106A's VOR/LOC/ILS Dual GA-56 Antenna's Century lll Auto Pilot with Glide Slope Coupled 406 ELT Long range Fuel Tanks Wingtip Strobes Anti Collision light on belly Fire extinguisher Carpet Covers Winterization Kit True Air Speed Front and Rear seat Head Rests
Description
Fresh annual and prop O/H with sale, aircraft currently deregistered, was N4ZU, Can be sold Canadian or US Registered, 334 Hrs, Lycoming 10-540T4B5D, 260 HP ( TBO 2000 Hrs), O/H 2015, New style Crankcase, All accessories O/H'd
Engine
SMOH 334 Hrs , Lycoming 10-540T4B5D, 260 HP ( TBO 2000 Hrs), O/H 2015 New style Crankcase, All accessories O/H'd SPOH "0" Hartzell Prop HC-C2YR-1BF
Interior
INT Grey with Burgundy Trim 7/10 EXT Grey with Burgundy and Black Trim 7/10
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Canadian Aircraft Sales
trade-a-plane.com
|
$149,000
|
Hawkesbury USA | Mar 30, 2026 | 109 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Commander 114
This 1978 Commander 114 is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,667 hours on the airframe. There are currently 17 114 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $99,000 to $299,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $149,000.
The 114 cruises at 155 kts (287 km/h) with a range of 600 nm (1,111 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 16,500 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. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $145/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 4,667 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 1 airworthiness directive applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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Commander 114 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registration number not available.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Hawkesbury USA
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
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Airworthiness Directives — Commander 114
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 1 recent AD found for this aircraft type.
Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $148,654–$238,133.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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