Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander Aircraft

4 used Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander aircraft for sale · $140K – $1.2M · updated 8 hours ago

About the Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander

The Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander is a rugged, fixed-gear twin-piston utility aircraft used across the globe for commuter, island-hopping, parachute, survey and utility roles. Simple, tough and capable of operating from short and rough strips, it is a true workhorse — chosen for utility and short-field performance rather than speed or comfort.

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Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander Specifications

Model spec

Britten-Norman has not yet published final specifications for the BN-2 Islander. This section will populate automatically once official specs are released — in the meantime you can browse current listings above.

4 Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander For Sale

There are currently 4 used Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander for sale, ranging from $140,000 to $1,250,000, with a median asking price of $695,000.

$1,250,000
For Sale
Total Time 6,300
Reg# N685KW US
Via Rob Valle
4 sources
Listed 2mo ago
Contact for Price
For Sale
Reg# F-OKAB France
Via BLAC
2 sources
Listed 18d ago
Contact for Price
For Sale
Reg# F-OKKB France
Via BLAC
2 sources
Listed 18d ago
$140,000
For Sale
Reg# T7-IGF
Location HT
Via MBI srl
Listed 1mo ago

Compare Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander

See how the Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.

Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander Price & Cost

How much does a Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander cost? Used BN-2 Islander prices: $140K – $1.2M, average $695K (median $695K), across 2 priced of 4 active listings.

Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander Price Guide

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 Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander

When buying a Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.

What to check before buying

  • Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
  • Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
  • Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
  • Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy 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 — Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander

Cost?
From $140,000 to $1,250,000, median $695,000 across 4 listings.
What is the Islander best at?
Short-field, rugged-strip utility and commuter operations — high
Piston or turbine?
Most are twin-piston; turbine variants exist. Verify the specific configuration

Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander Inventory by Country

HT1
United States1

Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander by Price

Under $200k1
Under $300k1
Under $500k1

Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander by Decade

1960s1
1980s1
2010s2

Recently Sold Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander

1996 BN2T-4S Islander (Commuter)$1,825,000

Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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