Cessna 340A Aircraft in Louisiana
2 used Cessna 340A aircraft for sale in Louisiana · 6-seat · $200K – $299K · updated 6 hours ago
About the Cessna 340A
The Cessna 340 is the only pressurized piston twin that Cessna produced with six seats and cabin-class comfort below the 414 — a twin-engine, pressurized, all-metal aircraft powered by two Continental TSIO-520-K/NB engines (285-310 HP each). Produced from 1972 to 1984 with over 1,287 built, the 340/340A cruises at 200 KTAS at FL200 with a pressurization differential of 3.8-4.2 psi. The 340 shares the 300-series wing and many systems with the unpressurized 310, but adds a pressurized fuselage that transforms the ownership experience.
The 340A (1976-1984) is the most desirable variant — it introduced the TSIO-520-NB engines (310 HP), improved pressurization, and eliminated the tip tanks in favor of integral wet wing fuel cells. Early 340s (1972-1975) retain the tip tanks and less powerful TSIO-520-K engines (285 HP).
Buying advice. All pressurized piston twin concerns apply. TSIO-520 engines require vigilant monitoring — check turbocharger bootstrap condition, exhaust system for cracks, and engine case for through-bolt corrosion. Pressurization system integrity (cabin outflow valve, door seal, windshield seal) must be verified during a pressure test. Wing spar carry-through corrosion is a known issue. RAM Series IV/VII engine conversions (TSIO-520-EB, 310-335 HP) are popular upgrades that improve performance and value.
Market. Cessna 340: $80,000-$140,000. 340A: $100,000-$220,000. RAM-converted 340A with modern avionics: $150,000-$300,000. A Cessna 340 for sale offers the most affordable pressurized twin-engine aircraft available — a legitimate IFR cross-country machine.
Cessna 340A Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 340A is a 6-seat multi engine piston with a cruise speed of 195 kt (361 km/h), a range of 1,180 nm (2,185 km), and a useful load of 1,840 lbs (835 kg).
2 Cessna 340A For Sale
There are currently 2 used Cessna 340A for sale, ranging from $200,000 to $299,900, with a median asking price of $249,950.
Compare Cessna 340A
See how the Cessna 340A stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
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How much does a Cessna 340A cost? Used 340A prices: $200K – $299K, average $249K (median $249K), across 2 priced of 2 active listings.
Based on 28 priced 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 Cessna 340A
Every Cessna 340A faces a mandatory 1,500-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 $40,000 overhaul cost more than one approaching its limit.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 1,500-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.
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Cessna 340A Inventory by Country
| United States | 58 |
| Germany | 5 |
| Canada | 4 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| South Africa | 2 |
| Philippines | 1 |
Cessna 340A Inventory by State
| Texas | 9 |
| California | 6 |
| North Carolina | 4 |
| Florida | 4 |
| Michigan | 3 |
| Illinois | 3 |
| Arizona | 2 |
| Minnesota | 2 |
| Mississippi | 2 |
| Louisiana | 2 |
| Oklahoma | 2 |
| Kentucky | 2 |
Cessna 340A by Price
| Under $100k | 1 |
| Under $200k | 10 |
| Under $300k | 28 |
| Under $500k | 57 |
Cessna 340A Safety Record
Across all 340A variants, 113 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2024. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 02, 2024 | Magny-lès-Villers, | Serious | — |
| Oct 27, 2024 | Saint-Denis-de-l'Hôtel, OF | Serious | — |
| Dec 12, 2023 | New Orleans, LA | Incident | The improper maintenance of the main landing gear, which resulted in a collapse and overstress failure of the left main … |
| Oct 12, 2023 | Boise, ID | Incident | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while taxiing, which resulted in impact with a fence. |
| Oct 02, 2023 | Hayward, CA | Incident | The pilot’s sudden incapacitation from effects of a previously undiagnosed underlying heart disease, which resulted in h… |
NTSB records 1982–2024. Includes all Cessna 340A variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.