1981 Beechcraft Duchess
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
One of the last ones built. White with Blue markings. Just completed 100 hourly. AD for undercarriage replaced. Low hours. Hangared.
Great reliable workhorse. Collins Audio AMR 350
Collins Comm VHF 251
Garmin Comm GTR 225
Collins Nav VHF 351
Collins TRX TDR 950
Auto pilot Century 111
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
planesales.com.au
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$185,185
$185,899
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Victoria, Australia | Jul 21, 2026 | 3 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Beechcraft Duchess
This 1981 Beechcraft Duchess (VH-CCB) is a 4-seat multi engine piston with 8,200 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 Duchess aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $165,000 to $185,185. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $185,185.
The Duchess cruises at 140 kts (259 km/h) with a range of 780 nm (1,445 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 19,700 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 18 GPH (68 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $112/hr in fuel alone. With 8,200 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.
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Beechcraft Duchess — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (VH-CCB) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Victoria, Australia
AU
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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