Waco YMF-5C
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
For sale is a 2000 WACO YMF-5 (Serial #F5C092) with just 325 hours total time since new on both airframe and engine. Powered by a 275 HP Jacobs R755B2M radial engine, this low-time example was imported from the USA in 2025 and had a smoke system installed at the time of import. The aircraft is current on its annual inspection through June 2026 and has been kept in a climate-controlled hangar throughout.
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Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Eric Lafond
barnstormers.com
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$250,000
$267,000
|
Edmonton, AB T5V1J7 | May 07, 2026 | 72 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Waco YMF-5C
This Waco YMF-5C (C-FLJT) is a 3-seat single engine piston with 325 hours on the airframe. There are currently 6 YMF-5C aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $250,000 to $349,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $250,000.
The YMF-5C 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.
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Waco YMF-5C — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (C-FLJT) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Edmonton, AB T5V1J7
Seller reportedTitle Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
We'll check C-FLJT against the NTSB accident database.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $250,000–$335,500.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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