Beechcraft Sundowner Aircraft in Texas
Texas has one of the largest active GA pilot populations in the US, with extensive aircraft infrastructure across Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio metros and strong support networks for most major aircraft brands. Major flight schools, dealer networks, MRO facilities and overhaul shops are concentrated here.
The Beechcraft Sundowner is the fixed-gear, 180-hp four-seat member of the Beechcraft Musketeer family. Stable, roomy and forgiving, it is widely used for training and budget personal flying. Used prices vary with hours, condition and avionics — see the live range above.
4 used Beechcraft Sundowner aircraft for sale in Texas · 4-seat · Used median asking $105,000 · updated 2 hours ago
Beechcraft Sundowner Specifications
Model specThe Beechcraft Sundowner is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 102–137 kt (189–254 km/h), a range of 600–767 nm (1,111–1,420 km), and a useful load of 650–1,000 lbs (295–454 kg).
Beechcraft Sundowner for Sale
Beechcraft Sundowner asking prices range from $59,072 to $145,000, with a median of $105,000 (market reference $80,000).
Beechcraft Sundowner Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musketeer | 1962–1968 | 4 | 130 kts (241 km/h) | 640 nm (1,185 km) | 900 lbs (408 kg) | $34K – $128K | Affordable fixed-gear singles (Musketeer/Sundowner/Sierra) — simple, economical trainers and first-airplane tourers. | 9 |
| Sierra | — | 4 | 137 kts (254 km/h) | 647 nm (1,198 km) | 1,000 lbs (454 kg) | $95K – $189K | Value-oriented retractable Beechcraft single for buyers wanting low-wing cabin comfort and modest step-up performance. | 6 |
| Sport | — | 2 | 102 kts (189 km/h) | 767 nm (1,420 km) | 650 lbs (295 kg) | — | Simple fixed-gear Beechcraft trainer/personal aircraft for buyers seeking low-wing handling and modest ownership cost. | 3 |
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Beechcraft Sundowner Price & Cost
How much does a Beechcraft Sundowner cost? Used Sundowner prices: $59K – $145K, average $105K (median $105K); market reference $80K, across 21 priced of 4 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.
Buying a Used Beechcraft Sundowner
Buying a Beechcraft Sundowner comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — Beechcraft Sundowner
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Beechcraft Sundowner Inventory by Country
| United States | 21 |
| Australia | 4 |
| Canada | 1 |
Beechcraft Sundowner Inventory by State
| Florida | 7 |
| Texas | 6 |
| California | 4 |
| South Carolina | 3 |
| Tennessee | 3 |
| Wisconsin | 2 |
Beechcraft Sundowner by Price
| Under $100k | 22 |
| Under $200k | 44 |
| Under $300k | 44 |
| Under $500k | 44 |
Recently Sold Beechcraft Sundowner
| 1976 Sundowner | $89,500 |
| 1976 Sundowner | $63,385 |
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Beechcraft Sundowner Safety Record
No NTSB events on record for the Beechcraft Sundowner. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database