2006 Waco YMF for sale

2006 Waco YMF

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$334,000below typical asking range
Location CONROE, TX
Total Time 447 hrs
Engine SMOH 39 hrs
Seats 3
Serial # F5C112
Reg # N119SW
Cruise 100 kts (185 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

This one-of-a-kind well maintained classic biplane by Waco Classic Aircraft that holds the "Transcontinental World Speed Record" from Boston, MA to San Diego, CA in September 2006. Upgraded with a 300 HP Jacob's aircraft engine, Fuel Injected, Magneto/Electronic Ignition system, major overhauled at Radial Engines LTD in Guthrie, OK. Last annual (Dec. 2025) performed by previous long-time inspector at Waco Factory. He was involved in inspections on this plane back in 2006 at the factory. More details at TexasAirplanes.com

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Waco YMF

This 2006 Waco YMF (N119SW) is a 3-seat single engine piston with 447 hours on the airframe. This aircraft is listed at the market average at $334,000.

The YMF cruises at 100 kts (185 km/h) with a range of 432 nm (800 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 15 GPH (57 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $93/hr in fuel alone.

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

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 447 hours
Budget $225 for pre-purchase inspection

Waco YMF — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
3
Cruise Speed
100 kts (185 km/h)
Range
432 nm (800 km)
Ceiling
17,000 ft (5,182 m)
Useful Load
850 lbs (386 kg)
Horsepower
300 HP
Fuel Burn
15 GPH (57 L/h)

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

WACO YMF-5C

Fuel Burn
15.0 GPH
~$98/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the WACO YMF-5C. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N119SW.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

CONROE, TX

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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 N119SW against the NTSB accident database.

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $370,750–$497,547.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

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