1981 Commander 840
Multi Engine Turboprop
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
1981 COMMANDER 840 For Sale in Scottsdale, Arizona
Engine
Engine 1 Time
Propeller
5-Blade MT Propellers Left Propeller – S/N 180940 10 Hours Since Overhaul Right Propeller – S/N 180941 10 Hours Since Overhaul
Interior
The six passenger interior features an aft five place club configuration and forward side facing seat. All seats are completed in dark Gray leather. The forward side facing seat includes a non-flushing lavatory. Cabin furnishings include a folding executive table, window curtains, pilot and co-pilot sheepskin seat covers, and a seven place intercom system. The interior can be converted to an aerial survey configuration. Interior was refurbished in 2014 by Interior Executive Aircraft Maintenance of Glendale, Arizona.
Exterior
Overall Matterhorn White with Dark Blue and Gray accent stripes.
Modifications / STCs
• Camera Hole (Currently in Passenger Configuration)
• Optical Quality “Photographic Glass” Emergency Exit Window
• Keith Air Conditioning
• Enviro Environmental System
• Oxygen System
• Pulselite Control Bird-Strike Protection Light System
• Whelen Rotating Beacon
• Artex ELT-200 With Panel Mounted Switch
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Pinnacle Aviation
controller.com
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$1,195,000
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Scottsdale, AZ | Mar 25, 2026 | 114 days | Active | |
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Pinnacle Aviation
aviationtrader.com.au
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Call for price *
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Scottsdale, Arizona | Apr 06, 2026 | 102 days | Active | |
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Pinnacle Aviation
controlleremea.co.uk
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Call for price *
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Scottsdale, AZ | Apr 05, 2026 | 103 days | 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 Commander 840
This 1981 Commander 840 (N885LV) is a 7-seat multi engine turboprop with 8,460 hours on the airframe. There are currently 5 840 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $475,000 to $1,495,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $1,195,000.
The 840 cruises at 283 kts (524 km/h) with a range of 1,454 nm (2,693 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 31,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 70 GPH (265 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $385/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
Commander 840 — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
AeroGurus estimateCOMMANDER 690
AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the COMMANDER 690. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.
Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N885LV.
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 N885LV against the NTSB accident database.
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