De Havilland DHC-1 Chipmunk
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
DHC-1 Chipmunk. Honest restored Chippy, well equipped, great history. AU$135,000.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Classic Aircraft Sales
aviationtrader.com.au
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$94,161 *
AUD $135,000
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Blenheim, South Island, New Zealand | Apr 07, 2026 | 101 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This De Havilland DHC-1 Chipmunk
This De Havilland DHC-1 Chipmunk is a 2-seat single engine piston . There are currently 4 DHC-1 Chipmunk aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $2,013 to $94,161. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $94,161.
The DHC-1 Chipmunk cruises at 90 kts (167 km/h) with a range of 225 nm (417 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 15,700 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8 GPH (30 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $50/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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De Havilland DHC-1 Chipmunk — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
Registration number not available.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Blenheim, South Island, New Zealand
NZ
Seller reported 5 more aircraft in South Island →Title Status
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