1980 Beechcraft Sundowner
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRBendix KLN 94 GPS w/moving map (non-WAAS) and latest updated database • Bendix KT 76C/170B Transponder (IFR Certified) • uAvionix Tail Beacon ADS-B Out • Brand New ELT Battery • Bendix 170B Comm 2
Description
IFR Equipped • Fresh Engine • Turn-Key Ready To Fly Looking for a reliable time-builder, IFR trainer, or economical cross-country aircraft? This Sundowner flies like a queen and is ready for its next adventure. Perfect for: ✔ Time Building ✔ IFR Training ✔ Weekend Cross Countries ✔ Building hours toward ATP/Airlines • Excellent visibility and forgiving handling • Smooth, solid, dependable airplane This is a clean, honest aircraft with a practically new engine and strong maintenance history. Turn the key and go fly!
Engine
Engine: Lycoming IO-360-A4K SMOH: 3 Propeller: Sensenich Model: 72CKS6-0-54 TSOH: 463.1 Compressions (1) 76/80, (2) 77/80, (3) 75/80, (4) 76/80 SureFly Electronic Magneto (1)
Propeller
Airframe Total Time: 2503 • Fresh Annual completed April 2026 • Brand New Windshield • Brand New Battery • Brand New Brakes Rotors • All LED Lighting
Interior
6-7/10 Newly Painted in 2001 Wall Panels Replaced 2005 Carpet Replaced 2005 Pilot CO-Pilot seat - Sheepskin Covers
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 |
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Listing Source
trade-a-plane.com
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$115,000
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Georgetown, TX | May 12, 2026 | 66 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Beechcraft Sundowner
This 1980 Beechcraft Sundowner (N6718T) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,503 hours on the airframe. There are currently 26 Sundowner aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $37,979 to $165,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $115,000.
The Sundowner cruises at 125 kts (232 km/h) with a range of 600 nm (1,111 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 12,600 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. With 2,503 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.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
Beechcraft Sundowner — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N6718T.
Location & Ownership
Title 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 safety data coming soon.
We'll check N6718T against the NTSB accident database.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $111,500–$140,950.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
