1998 Beechcraft Bonanza A36
Single Engine Piston
Equipment & Features
- Engine SMOH
- 1300 hrs
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
N256DB is a truly exceptional example of one of aviation’s most respected and enduring aircraft—elegant, powerful, and impeccably capable. Renowned for its smooth handling, solid build quality, and legendary reliability, the A36 Bonanza delivers a refined flying experience that few aircraft can match. Combined with its strong performance, spacious cabin, and premium features, this 1998 A36 represents a rare opportunity to own a truly beautiful, highly capable, and endlessly versatile aircraft that continues to set the standard in high-performance single-engine aviation.
Interior
Inside the cockpit, you’ll find updated avionics that transform the A36 into a confident, capable traveling machine. The modernized panel enhances situational awareness, reduces workload, and makes long cross-country flights both efficient and enjoyable—perfect for the owner-pilot who values capability without compromise. One of this aircraft’s standout strengths is its incredible useful load, a hallmark of the A36. With generous payload capacity, this Bonanza easily carries passengers, baggage, and fuel without difficult trade-offs, making it ideal for family travel, business missions, or long-range adventures. Renowned for its smooth handling, solid build quality, and legendary reliability, the A36 Bonanza delivers a refined flying experience that few aircraft can match. Combined with its strong performance, spacious cabin, and premium features, this 1998 A36 represents a rare opportunity to own a truly beautiful, highly capable, and endlessly versatile aircraft that continues to set the standard in high-performance single-engine aviation.
Exterior
This aircraft immediately impresses with a stunning, modern red white and blue paint scheme that highlights the Bonanza’s timeless lines and unmistakable ramp presence. The finish is crisp and well cared for, reflecting the pride of ownership throughout.
Inspection
Annual Due: 9/2026 IFR Cert. Due: 7/2026
Modifications / STCs
• Three Blade MT Propellor
• TKS For Inadvertent Icing
• Very Well Maintained Interior
• IFR Certified
• Turbo Normalized
• Aircraft has been hangered
• Complete Log Books
• Air Conditioning
• WAAS Upgraded
• Active Traffic Voice Call Outs
• AM/FM/ CD Player
• Stand By Attitude Indicator
• ADS-B In Weather and Traffic
• Blue Level Button
• Instrument Lighting
• Overhead Cabin Light
• LED Nav/Strobe Lights
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Steel Aviation
controller.com
|
Contact for Price
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Dayton/Phillipsburg, OH | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Steel Aviation
trade-a-plane.com
|
$514,900
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Phillipsburg, OH | Mar 30, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Steel Aviation
controlleremea.co.uk
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$529,866 *
GBP £389,086
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Dayton/Phillipsburg, OH | Apr 03, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Steel Aviation
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$533,120
|
Dayton/Phillipsburg, Ohio, Australia | Apr 02, 2026 | — | 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 Beechcraft Bonanza A36
This 1998 Beechcraft Bonanza A36 (N256DB) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 3,600 hours on the airframe. There are currently 126 Bonanza A36 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $189,900 to $519,000.
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 3,600 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.
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Beechcraft Bonanza A36 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N256DB.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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