Nanchang CJ-6A Aircraft 1990s
The Nanchang CJ-6 is a radial-engined, all-metal tandem primary trainer that has become a favourite among warbird enthusiasts. Aerobatic, rugged and far more affordable than a WWII fighter, it delivers authentic radial warbird character — the sound, the handling and the ex-military presence — with relatively manageable running costs for the class.
1 used Nanchang CJ-6A aircraft for sale 1990s · 2-seat · Reference price ~$185,000 ($120,000–$300,000) · updated yesterday
Nanchang CJ-6A Specifications
Model specThe Nanchang CJ-6A is a 2-seat warbirds with a cruise speed of 160 kt (296 km/h), a range of 380 nm (704 km), and a useful load of 1,000 lbs (454 kg).
Nanchang CJ-6A for Sale
Nanchang CJ-6A asking prices range from $55,598 to $55,598, with a median of $55,598 (market reference $185,000).
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Nanchang CJ-6A Price & Cost
How much does a Nanchang CJ-6A cost? Used CJ-6A prices: from $55K; market reference $185K, across 1 priced of 1 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 Nanchang CJ-6A
Buying a Nanchang CJ-6A comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
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Nanchang CJ-6A Safety Record
Across all CJ-6A variants, 6 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1996–2006. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
6
Total Events
2
Incidents
2
Serious
2
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 23, 2006 | Queen Creek, AZ | Incident | The total loss of engine power resulting from the failure of the engine's air compressor due to a seized piston, which r… |
| Jan 21, 2001 | EDGEWOOD, TX | Fatal (2) | the pilot's failure to maintain obstacle clearance with the tower guy wire while the airplane was in cruise flight. A c… |
| May 30, 1999 | Ocean City, MD | Serious | Was the pilot leaving the magneto switch in the on position while hand rotating the propeller. |
| May 16, 1998 | PAGELAND, SC | Serious | Was the inadvertent stall of the airplane by the pilot-in-command while attempting to clear trees beneath the airplane d… |
| May 16, 1996 | SHREVEPORT, LA | Fatal (2) | a loss of engine power due to failure of the pressure carburetor diaphragm which led to restricted fuel flow through the… |
NTSB records 1996–2006. Includes all Nanchang CJ-6A variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.