1980 CESSNA 414A SOLD
No longer listed as of March 2026. The price below is the last asking price — the final sale price is not disclosed.
SOLD · Mar 2026
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- Year
- 1980
- Make
- Cessna
- Model
- 414A
- Location
- France
- Source
- globalplanesearch.com
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Performance & Capacity
- Seats
- 8
- Cruise
- 210 kts
- Range
- 1,315 nm
- Useful Load
- 2,250 lbs
- Burn
- 30.0 gph
- Engines
- 2 · Piston
- Power
- 310 hp
- MTOW
- 12,500 lbs
- ICAO Type
- C414
Manufacturer-published specs for the Cessna 414A model. Actual aircraft may vary by configuration / modifications.
Operating Cost (est.)
- Hourly Variable
- $350
- Annual Fixed
- $30,000
- Engine Overhaul
- $45,000
- TBO
- 1,600 hrs
AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the Cessna 414A. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration.
Market price band
Cessna 414A typical:
$329,000 – $739,500
median $590,000
across 25 active listings
Description
Beautiful and well maintained 1980 Cessna 414A Chancellor RAM VII conversion. This aircraft offers excellent performance and reliability with the RAM VII engine upgrade. Equipped with Avidyne display and onboard weather radar. The aircraft features winglets improving efficiency and climb performance. Engines are in excellent condition and a brand new propeller has recently been installed. A rare opportunity to acquire a high-performance pressurized twin in outstanding condition. Airplane time state: TTAF: approx. 7260 hours Engines: Continental TSIO-520 series (RAM VII conversion) TTE: approx. 1050 hours since overhaul Propellers: new due to change of autority France Aircraft maintained to high standards. CAMO
About the Cessna 414A
The Cessna 414 Chancellor is a pressurized, light twin-engine piston aircraft that bridges the gap between the unpressurized Cessna 310/340 and the larger 421 Golden Eagle. Produced from 1970 to 1985, the 414/414A is powered by two Continental TSIO-520-NB engines (310 HP each, turbocharged) and cruises at 210 KTAS at FL210 with cabin pressurization of 3.8 psi differential. The cabin seats six in club seating with a center aisle, air conditioning, and the comfort level of a much larger aircraft. Approximately 1,070 were built across both variants.
Key variants. The 414 (1970-1978): original model with tip tanks and bonded wet wing. The 414A Chancellor (1978-1985): significantly improved with integral fuel tanks (eliminating tip tanks), longer nose for baggage, improved landing gear, and refined pressurization system. The 414A is strongly preferred over the original 414 for its cleaner aerodynamics and simplified fuel system.
Why the 414 has a loyal following. It delivers pressurized twin-engine capability at a fraction of turboprop cost. The TSIO-520 engines are less complex (and less expensive to overhaul) than the geared GTSIO-520s in the 421. For pilots who need pressurization for comfort and weather avoidance but fly 100-200 hours per year, the 414 makes more financial sense than a King Air.
Buying advice. TSIO-520 engine condition is paramount — TBO is 1,400 hours, and overhaul runs $55,000-$75,000 per engine. Turbocharger and wastegate condition, exhaust system integrity, and intercooler leaks are common items. Check for wing spar corrosion (especially on the original 414 with bonded wing), pressurization system leaks (door seal, outflow valve, windows), and landing gear saddle cracks. AD 2003-04-01 (engine mount) applies to some models.
Market. Cessna 414: $80,000-$160,000. 414A Chancellor: $120,000-$280,000. Premium 414A with modern avionics and mid-time engines: $200,000-$350,000. Cessna 414 operating costs run $350-$500/hr all-in. A Cessna 414 for sale is a smart buy for the experienced pilot who needs pressurized twin capability without turboprop expense.
Produced 1976–1985.