1981 Beechcraft Bonanza A36 for sale

1981 Beechcraft Bonanza A36

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$395,000
Location Charleston, IL
Total Time 5,230 hrs
Engine SMOH 1,730 hrs
Seats 6
Serial # E1900
Reg # 36DM
Engine Continental IO-550B
Cruise 169 kts (313 km/h)
ICAO Type BE36
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

BTH
Avionics: The panel has been completely modernized

featuring a streamlined ELST backlit panel system with a single-switch dimming solution and an integrated LED floodlight strip for superior night operations. • PFD/MFD 1: Garmin 10" G3X Touch with integrated EIS (Engine Information System). • PFD/MFD 2: Garmin 7" Touch with integrated EIS. • Backup PFD: Flush-mounted Garmin G5 (PFD/MFD/Backup). • Navigator 1: Garmin GTN 750Xi. • Navigator 2: Garmin GNC 355A. • Autopilot: Garmin GFC 500 (Fully Coupled). • Audio Panel: Garmin GMA 350C. • Transponder: Garmin GTX 345 (ADS-B In/Out).

Description

1981 Beechcraft A36 Bonanza Tail Number: N36DM Serial Number: E1900

Engine

Engine Propeller • Engine: Continental IO-520-BB • Time Since Overhaul: 1,730 Hours • Propeller: 1,730 Hours Oil Analysis for the last 250 hours provide clear evidence of excellent engine health and consistent performance. This engine runs cool and clean.

Propeller

Airframe: • Total Time: 5,230 Hours • Fuel System: Osborne Tip Tanks and CIES digital fuel senders in all tanks (mains and tips). • Total Fuel Capacity: 120 Gallons.

Interior

• Exterior (10/10): Stunning, show-quality paint job completed by Lancaster Aero in 2021. • Interior (7/10): Clean interior, Rosen Sun Visors, Dual Yokes, Six tinted rear passenger windows

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

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$395,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Beechcraft Bonanza A36

This 1981 Beechcraft Bonanza A36 (36DM) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 5,230 hours on the airframe. There are currently 138 Bonanza A36 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $189,900 to $699,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $395,000.

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 5,230 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,700 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 5,230 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,700 hrs)
Budget $218 for pre-purchase inspection

Beechcraft Bonanza A36 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
6
Cruise Speed
169 kts (313 km/h)
Max Speed
176 kts (326 km/h)
Range
720 nm (1,333 km)
Ceiling
18,500 ft (5,639 m)
Max Weight
3,650 lbs (1,656 kg)
Horsepower
300 HP
Fuel Capacity
74 gal (280 L)
Fuel Burn
14.5 GPH (55 L/h)
TBO
1,700 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

BEECHCRAFT Bonanza A36

Fuel Burn
14.5 GPH
~$94/hr
Variable Cost
$195/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$22,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$35,000
every 1,700 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the BEECHCRAFT Bonanza A36. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (36DM) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Charleston, IL

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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 36DM against the NTSB accident database.

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