Beechcraft Bonanza F33A Aircraft in Spain
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The Beechcraft Bonanza is the longest continuously produced airplane in history — manufactured without interruption since 1947, spanning more than 17,000 deliveries. The Model 36 Bonanza is the six-seat, straight-tail, high-performance single that defines owner-flown aviation at its finest. Powered by a Continental IO-550-B (300 HP), the Bonanza cruises at 174 KTAS on 14.5 GPH with a useful load of 1,030 lbs. It competes with the Cirrus SR22 and Cessna 182 — but the Bonanza offers retractable gear, constant-speed prop, and a build quality that justifies its premium price.
The 36 lineage. The Model 36 (1968-1979) was the original straight-tail six-seater. The A36 (1970-2005) became the standard production model with detail improvements through multiple sub-variants. The A36TC and B36TC added turbocharging for high-altitude operations. The G36 (2006-present) is the current production model with Garmin G1000 NXi avionics, Continental IO-550-B engine, and premium interior. The F33A (1970-1994) is the four-seat Bonanza variant on a shorter fuselage, lighter, and slightly faster than the A36.
Why pilots love the Bonanza. The controls are perfectly harmonized — ailerons, elevator, and rudder respond proportionally with minimal adverse yaw. The retractable gear adds 15-20 knots over a fixed-gear Cessna. The cabin is wider than a Cirrus SR22 and the rear seats actually fit adults. The Bonanza is the airplane that experienced pilots graduate to when they outgrow a Cherokee or 182.
Buying advice. Bonanzas are complex aircraft requiring knowledgeable pre-buy inspections. Gear system condition is paramount — verify gear actuator motor, squat switch, and downlock mechanism. AD 2000-01-16 (stabilizer spar inspection) applies to certain models. Continental IO-550 engines require monitoring for crankshaft thrust bearing wear and cam/lifter spalling. Check for fuel bladder condition on all models. The Bonanza Society (ABS) is an outstanding owner resource.
Market. 1970s A36 with mid-time engine: $120,000-$200,000. 1990s A36 with modern avionics: $200,000-$350,000. G36 with G1000: $500,000-$850,000. F33A: $120,000-$250,000. A Beechcraft Bonanza for sale represents the pinnacle of owner-flown piston aviation — nothing else combines this level of performance, quality, and heritage.
1 used Beechcraft Bonanza F33A aircraft for sale in Spain · 5-seat · Used median asking $255,000 · New from $255,000 · updated 2026-06-29
Beechcraft Bonanza F33A Specifications
Model specThe Beechcraft Bonanza F33A is a 5-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 168–172 kt (311–319 km/h), a range of 717–920 nm (1,328–1,704 km), and a useful load of 1,134–1,160 lbs (514–526 kg).
Beechcraft Bonanza F33A for Sale
Beechcraft Bonanza F33A asking prices range from $145,000 to $499,000, with a median of $255,000 (market reference $230,000).
Beechcraft Bonanza F33A Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debonair 33 | 1959–1966 | 6 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 920 nm (1,704 km) | 1,134 lbs (514 kg) | $75K – $224K | The economical early straight-tail (Debonair) — lowest-cost way into the Bonanza family. | 25 |
| Bonanza 33 | 1960–1995 | 4 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 920 nm (1,704 km) | 1,134 lbs (514 kg) | — | Straight-tail Bonanza/Debonair — an economical, simpler 4-seat tourer and the lowest-cost way into the Bonanza line. | 3 |
| Bonanza E33 | 1966–1968 | 4 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 920 nm (1,704 km) | 1,134 lbs (514 kg) | — | A straight-tail Debonair-family Bonanza — a well-handling, conventional-tail single, often the most affordable way into a straight-tail Bonanza. | 2 |
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How much does a Beechcraft Bonanza F33A cost? Used Bonanza F33A prices: $145K – $499K, average $255K (median $255K); market reference $230K, across 48 priced of 1 active listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Beechcraft Bonanza F33A Value by Model Year
Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.
Lowest around $350,000 (1990 models) · highest around $518,432 (1993). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Beechcraft Bonanza F33A
Every Beechcraft Bonanza F33A faces a mandatory 2,000-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due — a fresh-overhaul airframe can be worth a large share of the $32,000 overhaul cost more than one approaching its limit.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 2,000-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
- Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a glass panel vs steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Beechcraft Bonanza F33A
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Beechcraft Bonanza F33A Inventory by Country
| United States | 46 |
| Germany | 2 |
| Australia | 2 |
| South Africa | 2 |
| Lithuania | 1 |
| Spain | 1 |
Beechcraft Bonanza F33A Inventory by State
| California | 12 |
| Florida | 8 |
| North Carolina | 7 |
| Wisconsin | 4 |
| Colorado | 4 |
| Arkansas | 3 |
| Idaho | 3 |
| Illinois | 3 |
| Kentucky | 3 |
| Oklahoma | 3 |
| Texas | 3 |
| Georgia | 2 |
Beechcraft Bonanza F33A by Price
| Under $100k | 5 |
| Under $200k | 36 |
| Under $300k | 65 |
| Under $500k | 83 |
Beechcraft Bonanza F33A by Decade
| 1980s | 1 |
Recently Sold Beechcraft Bonanza F33A
| 1980 Bonanza F33A | $199,000 |
| 1979 Bonanza F33A | $180,000 |
| 1988 Bonanza F33A | $215,000 |
| 1991 Bonanza F33A | $450,000 |
| 1992 Bonanza F33A | $289,000 |
| 1990 Bonanza F33A | $305,000 |
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Beechcraft Bonanza F33A Safety Record
No NTSB events on record for the Beechcraft Bonanza F33A. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database