Cessna 340A 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.
8 used Cessna 340A aircraft for sale in Texas · 6-seat · $219K – $515K · 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).
8 Cessna 340A For Sale
There are currently 8 used Cessna 340A for sale, ranging from $219,500 to $515,000, with a median asking price of $375,000.
Compare Cessna 340A
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How much does a Cessna 340A cost? Used 340A prices: $219K – $515K, average $355K (median $375K), across 7 priced of 8 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.