Beechcraft Bonanza G36 Aircraft in California
California's diverse terrain (coastal, high-desert, mountain) makes it a strong test market for high-performance and turbocharged aircraft. Significant GA infrastructure spans LA Basin, SF Bay Area, San Diego and Central Valley. Coastal flying demands attention to corrosion; mountain flying needs hot-and-high training.
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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.
2 used Beechcraft Bonanza G36 aircraft for sale in California · 6-seat · Used median asking $730,000 · New from $624,900 · updated yesterday
Beechcraft Bonanza G36 Specifications
Model specThe Beechcraft Bonanza G36 is a 6-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 168–186 kt (311–344 km/h), a range of 697–1,060 nm (1,291–1,963 km), and a useful load of 1,031–1,245 lbs (468–565 kg).
Beechcraft Bonanza G36 for Sale
Beechcraft Bonanza G36 asking prices range from $559,000 to $995,000, with a median of $730,000 (market reference $800,000).
Beechcraft Bonanza G36 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonanza 36 | 1968–1979 | 6 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 697 nm (1,291 km) | 1,245 lbs (565 kg) | $189K – $529K | Families and owner-pilots who want 6 seats, ~170 kt cruise and real cabin comfort — the do-everything single. | 11 |
| Bonanza A36 | 1968–2005 | 6 | 169 kts (313 km/h) | 720 nm (1,333 km) | 1,245 lbs (565 kg) | $160K – $699K | The classic 6-seat A36 — steam-gauge to early-glass, the value entry into the 36 line. | 138 |
| Bonanza B36TC | 1979–2002 | 6 | 186 kts (344 km/h) | 1,060 nm (1,963 km) | 1,200 lbs (544 kg) | $215K – $690K | Turbocharged 36 — high-altitude and hot-and-high performance for mountain and Western flying. | 16 |
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How much does a Beechcraft Bonanza G36 cost? Used Bonanza G36 prices: $559K – $995K, average $730K (median $730K); market reference $800K, across 39 priced of 2 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 G36 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 $385,000 (1990 models) · highest around $1,372,250 (2026). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Beechcraft Bonanza G36
Every Beechcraft Bonanza G36 faces a mandatory 1,900-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 $35,000 overhaul cost more than one approaching its limit.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 1,900-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 G36
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Beechcraft Bonanza G36 Inventory by Country
| United States | 53 |
| Australia | 1 |
Beechcraft Bonanza G36 Inventory by State
| North Carolina | 24 |
| Texas | 21 |
| California | 17 |
| Florida | 15 |
| Kentucky | 13 |
| Ohio | 13 |
| South Carolina | 9 |
| Arizona | 8 |
| Oklahoma | 7 |
| Georgia | 6 |
| Arkansas | 6 |
| Colorado | 6 |
Beechcraft Bonanza G36 by Price
| Under $200k | 4 |
| Under $300k | 48 |
| Under $500k | 145 |
Recently Sold Beechcraft Bonanza G36
| 2018 Bonanza G36 | $949,000 |
| 2008 Bonanza G36 | $665,000 |
| 2010 Bonanza G36 | $835,000 |
| 2006 Bonanza G36 | $655,000 |
| 2017 Bonanza G36 | $849,000 |
| 2008 Bonanza G36 | $719,000 |
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Beechcraft Bonanza G36 Safety Record
No NTSB events on record for the Beechcraft Bonanza G36. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database