Commander 114 vs Beechcraft Bonanza

The Rockwell Commander 114 and Beechcraft Bonanza are roomy four/five-seat retractable singles — the Commander notably wide-bodied and stable, the Bonanza the speed/quality benchmark.

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Commander 114
For sale now
13
Median asking
$207,000
Range
$109,500–$278,350
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
7
Source marketplaces
6
Model years available
1976–1996
Beechcraft Bonanza
For sale now
5
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
2
Source marketplaces
3
Model years available
1947–1972

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Commander 114Beechcraft Bonanza
All events12—
Serious1—
Fatal7—
Fatalities19—
% Fatal58%—
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Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Commander 114 Beechcraft Bonanza
Commander 114
View 8 listings →
Median $207,000
 Beechcraft Bonanza
View 1 listings →
Median $95,000
Price Range $109,500 – $278,350 $56,320 – $270,500
Category Single Engine Piston Single Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Cruise Speed 155 kts (287 km/h) —
Range 600 nm (1,111 km) —
Max Gross Weight 3,250 lbs (1,474 kg) —
Fuel Burn 10.0 GPH (38 L/h) —
TBO 2,000 hrs —
Overhaul Cost $30,000 —
Annual Fixed $18,000 —
Hourly Variable $145 —

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Commander 114

Fuel$55/hr
Variable$145/hr
Annual Fixed$18,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $47,000/yr

Beechcraft Bonanza

Which Should You Buy: Commander 114 or Beechcraft Bonanza?

Bottom line: Choose the Bonanza for higher speed, the best resale and the gold-standard reputation; choose the Commander 114 for one of the widest cabins in the class, solid stability and lower acquisition cost. Bonanza = speed/resale; Commander 114 = cabin width/value.

Pick the 114 if…

  • More inventory — 8 listings vs 1.

Pick the Bonanza if…

  • Budget matters — from $56,320 vs $109,500, you save ~$53,180.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Commander 114 or Beechcraft Bonanza?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 114 cruises at 155 kts with 600 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Commander 114: from $240,000. Beechcraft Bonanza: from $95,000. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Commander 114 and Beechcraft Bonanza?
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
114: about $145/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
114: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data