1979 Grumman AA-5A
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
N717FT 1979 AA5A (160 HP Conversion STC) Long range tanks (51 G useable) TTAF: 4658 SMOH: 450 (Lycoming O-320- E2G) McCauley Propeller / FRESH ANNUAL: July 2026, ADSB Out: uAvionix Tail beacon, Complete logs, Paint: 6/10 Interior: 6/10 / No known damage history Useful load: 780 lbs / Fast, efficient, and reliable / Always hangared (KDKB), and regularly flown / Comes with tow bar, body cover, engine cowling plugs, and service manual
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ron Murtha
barnstormers.com
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$88,000
|
Sycamore, IL | Jul 05, 2026 | 12 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Grumman AA-5A
This 1979 Grumman AA-5A (N717FT) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,658 hours on the airframe. There are currently 9 AA-5A aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $60,000 to $295,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $88,000.
The AA-5A cruises at 128 kts (237 km/h) with a range of 657 nm (1,217 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 13,800 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8.5 GPH (32 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $53/hr in fuel alone.
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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Grumman AA-5A — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N717FT.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
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Safety Record
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Airworthiness Directives — Grumman AA-5A
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 1 recent AD found for this aircraft type.
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