Cessna 414 Aircraft 1980s
1980s piston twins include the Baron 55/58, Cessna 310/340/414/421, Piper Seneca II/III, Aerostar, Cheyenne (piston versions). Engines are typically on at least one overhaul; pressurised twins need pressure-vessel inspection on 40+ year airframes. Mandate-upgrade investment varies widely — some 1980s twins are mandate-current, others need significant work. Verify both engine logs separately; divergent overhaul cycles are common on twins.
The Cessna 414 Chancellor is the mid-cabin pressurised piston twin — produced 1968-1985, six-to-eight seats, twin turbocharged Continental TSIO-520s, cruise ~230 knots. The 414A Chancellor III added a bigger wing and engine improvements. Pressurised cabin, club seating and serious cross-country capability at piston-twin operating cost.
13 used Cessna 414 aircraft for sale 1980s · 8-seat · Used median asking $354,000 · updated 17 hours ago
Cessna 414 Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 414 is a 8-seat multi engine piston with a cruise speed of 210 kt (389 km/h), a range of 1,315 nm (2,435 km), and a useful load of 2,250 lbs (1,021 kg).
Cessna 414 for Sale
Browse all listings →Cessna 414 asking prices range from $119,000 to $725,000, with a median of $354,000 (market reference $300,000).
Cessna 414 Variants
Compare Cessna 414
See how the Cessna 414 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
⏲ Compare 340 vs 414 vs 421 →Cessna 414 Price & Cost
How much does a Cessna 414 cost? Used 414 prices: $119K – $725K, average $354K (median $354K); market reference $300K, across 18 priced of 13 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.
Two 310-hp TSIO-520 engines burn approximately 33-36 gph combined. The annual for a pressurized twin covers both engines, turbochargers, pressure vessel, and retractable gear - comprehensive and correspondingly priced. TSIO-520 overhaul cost is established. Charter or business use warrants attention to progressive inspection programs. Per-hour operating cost is above the 340; per-seat-per-hour on a full eight-passenger 414 is competitive.
Buying a Used Cessna 414
Buying a Cessna 414 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna 414
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Cessna 414 Inventory by Country
| United States | 41 |
| France | 2 |
| Australia | 2 |
| South Africa | 1 |
| Slovakia | 1 |
| Canada | 1 |
Cessna 414 by Price
| Under $200k | 2 |
| Under $300k | 8 |
| Under $500k | 27 |
Recently Sold Cessna 414
| 1970 414 | $233,763 |
| 1977 414 | $139,000 |
| 1982 414AW | $449,000 |
| 1973 414 | $324,900 |
| 1974 414 | $249,000 |
Other Cessna Aircraft
| Cessna Citation III / VII | 26 |
| Cessna Citation II | 21 |
| Cessna Citation I | 12 |
| Cessna Caravan | 8 |
Cessna 414 Safety Record
Across all 414 variants, 149 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2026. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
149
Total Events
59
Incidents
16
Serious
58
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05, 2026 | Tampa, FL | Incident | — |
| Sep 03, 2025 | New Braunfels, TX | Incident | A in-flight collision with a bird during the descent for landing. |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Maryville, MO | Incident | — |
| Jun 08, 2025 | San Diego, CA | Fatal (6) | — |
| Jul 04, 2024 | Leadville, CO | Incident | A loss of brake fluid for reasons that could not be determined, which resulted in a loss of braking effectiveness during… |
NTSB records 1982–2026. Includes all Cessna 414 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.