2005 Aerocomp 8
Experimental / Homebuilt
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
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Description
2005 Comp Air CA-8 620 TTSN (Hobbs) No Damage History Basic Empty Weight = 3,588 lbs. POWERPLANT: Walter Engine 20 TTSN (Hobbs) IRAN Performed 2024 by Turbine Power Technologies (Jan 2024) Avia 3-Blade Composite Propeller 20 SPOH (Hobbs) EQUIPMENT: ELECTRIC FREON AIR CONDITIONING EXTRA LARGE CABIN (6 INCHES TALLER THAN OTHERS & 4 INCHES WIDER!) CARBON FIBER CONSTRUCTION BELLY CARGO POD VORTEX GENERATORS 2) 24 VOLT CONCORDE LEAD ACID BATTERIES NEW 7/21 FUEL CONTROL UNIT (FCU) HEAVY DUTY CLEVELAND WHEELS AND BRAKES DUAL LANDING LIGHTS DUAL TAXI LIGHTS WINGTIP STROBES PLUMBED FOR AMPHIBIOUS FLOATS ROTATING BEACON & NAV LIGHTS SKYLIGHTS IN COCKPIT EYEBROW INSTRUMENT LIGHTS WHITE/BURGUNDY/ DK. BLUE (2005) EXCELLENT CONDITION GREY LEATHER SEATS W/BURGUNDY STRIPES (2009) GRAY TWEED CARPET 6 SEAT CLUB SEATING LIKE NEW CONDITION
Engine
Walter Engine 20 TTSN (Hobbs) IRAN Performed 2024 by Turbine Power Technologies (Jan 2024) Avia 3-Blade Composite Propeller 20 SPOH (Hobbs)
Propeller
Avia 3-Blade Composite Propeller 20 SPOH (Hobbs)
Interior
Grey Leather Seats w/ Burgundy Stripes (2009) Gray Tweed Carpet 6 Seat Club Seating Like New Condition
Exterior
White/Burgundy/ DK. Blue (2005) Excellent Condition
Inspection
Annual Condition Inspection Completed April 2024 406 ELT Battery Due JANUARY, 2029 IFR Certification Due: APRIL 1, 2025 All specifications subject to verification by purchaser
Modifications / STCs
• ELECTRIC FREON AIR CONDITIONING
• EXTRA LARGE CABIN (6 INCHES TALLER THAN OTHERS & 4 INCHES WIDER!)
• CARBON FIBER CONSTRUCTION
• BELLY CARGO POD
• VORTEX GENERATORS
• 2) 24 VOLT CONCORDE LEAD ACID BATTERIES
• NEW 7/21 FUEL CONTROL UNIT (FCU)
• HEAVY DUTY CLEVELAND WHEELS AND BRAKES
• DUAL LANDING LIGHTS
• DUAL TAXI LIGHTS
• WINGTIP STROBES
• PLUMBED FOR AMPHIBIOUS FLOATS
• ROTATING BEACON & NAV LIGHTS
• SKYLIGHTS IN COCKPIT
• EYEBROW INSTRUMENT LIGHTS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Aerista
controller.com
|
$374,900
|
Aberdeen, ID | Mar 25, 2026 | 114 days | Active | |
|
Aerista
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$380,675 *
GBP £283,295
|
Aberdeen, ID | Apr 02, 2026 | 106 days | Active | |
|
Aerista
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$386,666
|
Aberdeen, ID | Apr 02, 2026 | 107 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 Aerocomp 8
This 2005 Aerocomp 8 (N89RD) is a 8-seat experimental / homebuilt with 620 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 8 aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $374,900.
The 8 cruises at 220 kts (407 km/h) with a range of 900 nm (1,667 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 25,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 45 GPH (170 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $248/hr in fuel alone.
FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Aerocomp 8 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
DD LEASING LLC
Registration Address
ABERDEEN, ID
Certificate Issued
2023-11-27
Airworthiness
2009-07-30
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
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 database checked for N89RD.
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