1981 Fairchild Metro III for sale

1981 Fairchild Metro III

Multi Engine Turboprop

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Seats 2
Serial # T-400
Reg # N400JJ
Cruise 270 kts (500 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB

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AvSKY Corporation
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About This Fairchild Metro III

This 1981 Fairchild Metro III (N400JJ) is a 2-seat multi engine turboprop . There are currently 4 Metro III aircraft listed for sale .

The Metro III cruises at 270 kts (500 km/h) with a range of 1,000 nm (1,852 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 25,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 110 GPH (416 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $605/hr in fuel alone.

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

Pre-Purchase Checklist

✓ Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
★ Budget $1,650 for pre-purchase inspection

Fairchild Metro III — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
2
Cruise Speed
270 kts (500 km/h)
Range
1,000 nm (1,852 km)
Ceiling
25,000 ft (7,620 m)
Useful Load
5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)
Horsepower
1100 HP
Fuel Burn
110 GPH (416 L/h)
Engines
2

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

FAIRCHILD METROLINER RC-26B

Fuel Burn
110.0 GPH
~$715/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the FAIRCHILD METROLINER RC-26B. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N400JJ.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Location not available

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

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