Partenavia P68 Aircraft 2020s

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The Partenavia P.68 (continued today by Vulcanair) is a high-wing, fixed-gear piston twin built around practicality — twin-engine safety with the simplicity of fixed gear, excellent all-round visibility from the high wing and glazed cabin, and economical Lycoming IO-360 power. Variants include the P.68B/C, the turbocharged P.68C-TC and the glazed-nose Observer, serving touring, training, survey and observation roles.

Partenavia P68 aircraft for sale

2 used Partenavia P68 aircraft for sale 2020s · 6-seat · Reference price ~$200,000 ($150,000–$354,000) · updated 2 days ago

Partenavia P68 Specifications

Model spec

The Partenavia P68 is a 6-seat multi engine piston with a cruise speed of 160 kt (296 km/h), a range of 1,103 nm (2,043 km), and a useful load of 1,700 lbs (771 kg).

Performance
Cruise160 kt (296 km/h)
Range1,103 nm (2,043 km)
Service Ceiling19,000 ft (5,791 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower200 HP
Fuel Burn18.0 GPH (68 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats6
Max Gross Weight4,594 lbs (2,084 kg)
Useful Load1,700 lbs (771 kg)

Partenavia P68 for Sale

Partenavia P68 asking prices range from $694,975 to $694,975, with a median of $694,975 (market reference $200,000).

$694,975
For Sale
Total Time 4,480
Reg# VH-EPX Australia
Location South Australia, Australia
Listed 16d ago
Contact for Price
On Request
Total Time 2,400
Reg# OY-VPS Denmark
Location Denmark
Via Bioflight
Listed 2mo ago

Compare Partenavia P68

See how the Partenavia P68 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.

Partenavia P68 Price & Cost

How much does a Partenavia P68 cost? Used P68 prices: from $694K; market reference $200K, across 1 priced of 2 active listings.

Partenavia P68 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.

Partenavia P68 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (18.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$11,160/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

Buying a Used Partenavia P68

Buying a Partenavia P68 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Variant — P.68B / P.68C / P.68C-TC (turbo) / Observer / Vulcanair continuations; verify which.
  • Engines — two Lycoming IO-360; verify times and overhaul; turbo system on the TC.
  • Airframe — high-wing, fixed-gear; verify structure, glazing and corrosion.
  • Role equipment — Observer/survey fits; verify and value.
  • Support — Vulcanair parts/support; verify regional access.

Frequently Asked Questions — Partenavia P68

Cost?
From $694,975 to $694,975, median $694,975 across 2 listings.
Partenavia or Vulcanair?
Same P.68 aircraft — Vulcanair is the current manufacturer of the Partenavia

Partenavia P68 Inventory by Country

Australia3
New Zealand1

Partenavia P68 Inventory by State

Florida3

Partenavia P68 by Price

Under $200k4
Under $300k6
Under $500k8

Partenavia P68 Safety Record

Across all P68 variants, 11 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1983–2021. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.

11

Total Events

0

Incidents

6

Serious

3

Fatal

Most Recent Events

Date Location Severity Probable Cause
Sep 23, 2021 Bush Bay Beach, Co. Wexford, Serious
Mar 27, 2021 Bhopal, OF Incident
Jan 07, 2011 Cojedes, Fatal (5)
May 01, 2006 Kaunakakai, HI Serious the pilot's failure to attain a proper climb rate and to maintain adequate clearance from the terrain during the initial…
Jun 03, 2001 Gratwich, Serious

NTSB records 1983–2021. Includes all Partenavia P68 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.

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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