1979 Beechcraft Bonanza A36
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
Turn heads on the ramp with this beautifully equipped 1979 Beechcraft A36 Bonanza - N2261L Exceptionally maintained, always hangared, and upgraded with modern Garmin avionics including WAAS/LPV capability, Aspen ProMax PFD/MFD, GNS 530W/430 stack, ADS-B Out, JPI engine monitor, and a Century III autopilot with altitude hold. This Bonanza is the perfect blend of classic Beechcraft quality and modern IFR capability. Powered by a smooth Continental IO-520-BB with strong compressions and a freshly balanced Hartzell 3-blade prop. N2261L offers the performance, reliability, and comfort the A36 is famous for. A beautiful custom leather interior, clean exterior, and a generous 1,086 lb useful load makes it ideal for family travel or business flying. If you’re looking for a turnkey, well-cared-for A36 with excellent avionics, great cosmetics, and no damage history, this is the one. Contact Cody for more details!
Engine
Continental IO-520-BB SN: 285528-R 1161 SMOH TBO: 1,600 Hours Overhaul Performed by Custom Airmotive, Inc. (FAA CRS# DC2R763K) Recent Compressions: 78, 70, 74, 69, 76, 70 88 Hours Since Magneto Overhaul Fuel Control Unit Overhauled in 2016
Propeller
Hartzell 3-Blade Aluminum Constant Speed Propeller Model: PHC-C3YF-1RF, SN: F8068 766 Hours TTSN Propeller Dynamically Balanced to: 0.09 IPS
Interior
Townsend Classic Leather (Fawn & Heritage Silk) Carpet: Truffle Color by Aircraft Interiors Headliner: GBS Eurostretch White Yokes Wrapped in Matching Leather Custom Interior by Aviation Design, Groveland, CA in 2006 Condition: Rated 9/10
Exterior
Imron 7817U Matterhorn White w/ Aristo Blue, Radiant Fire, and Las Vegas Gold Accents Condition: Rated 8+/10
Inspection
Annual Inspection Completed April 2025 IFR Certification Completed April 2025 **All specifications subject to verification by purchaser
Modifications / STCs
• Aluminum Elevators (STC# SA02625CH)
• GAMI Fuel Injectors (STC# 09217SC)
• Standby Electric Attitude Indicator
• Astrotech Digital Clock
• Rosen Sunvisors
• Brackett Air Filter
• Airborne Auxiliary Air Pump
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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Aerista
aerista.com
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$254,900
$245,900
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Weyers Cave, VA | Apr 03, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Aerista
globalair.com
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$254,900
$264,900
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VA | Mar 13, 2026 | 2 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
aso.com
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$299,898
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Groveland, VA | Mar 14, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
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Townsend Classic Leather
globalplanesearch.com
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$299,898
|
VA | Mar 17, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Aerista
controller.com
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$264,900
$299,900
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Weyers Cave, VA | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Aerista
controlleremea.co.uk
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$269,527 *
GBP £200,173
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Weyers Cave, VA | Apr 03, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Aerista
aviationtrader.com.au
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$274,273
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Weyers Cave, Virginia, Australia | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Aerista
aircraftforsale.com
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$264,900
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Weyers, Va | May 02, 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 Bonanza A36
This 1979 Beechcraft Bonanza A36 (N2261L) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 4,414 hours on the airframe. There are currently 131 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 $264,900.
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 4,414 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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Beechcraft Bonanza A36 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
TENACITY AIR LLC
Registration Address
ROCKINGHAM, VA
Certificate Issued
2023-06-17
Airworthiness
1979-05-31
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
Location & Ownership
Title Status
Clear Title
No active liens on FAA record
FAA Title Records — 1 document FAA DocIndex
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 N2261L.
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