Porterfield CP-65 Aircraft under $200,000
Under $200k for a piston single is the mid-range price band — typically 1980s-2000s airframes, mid-life engines with reasonable run, GPS-equipped panels with ADS-B Out, often factory glass cockpit on modern variants (Cirrus G1/G2, Cessna 172 NAV-III). Solid value middle of the market.
The Porterfield CP-65 is a rare two-seat vintage light aircraft for buyers who want simple prewar-style flying, low-speed charm, and uncommon-aircraft ownership. It should be treated as a restoration and support-path purchase, not a cheap substitute for a Cessna trainer. Compared with an Aeronca or Taylorcraft, the Porterfield is rarer and more dependent on documentation, parts sourcing, and mechanic familiarity.
2 used Porterfield CP-65 aircraft for sale under $200,000 · 2-seat · Reference price ~$35,000 ($20,000–$65,000) · updated 11 hours ago
Porterfield CP-65 Specifications
Model specThe Porterfield CP-65 is a 2-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 85 kt (157 km/h), a range of 300 nm (556 km), and a useful load of 500 lbs (227 kg).
Porterfield CP-65 for Sale
Porterfield CP-65 asking prices range from $16,000 to $36,000, with a median of $26,000 (market reference $35,000).
Compare Porterfield CP-65
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Browse all Porterfield models →Porterfield CP-65 Price & Cost
How much does a Porterfield CP-65 cost? Used CP-65 prices: $16K – $36K, average $26K (median $26K); market reference $35K, across 2 priced of 2 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 Porterfield CP-65
Buying a Porterfield CP-65 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — Porterfield CP-65
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Porterfield CP-65 Inventory by Country
| United States | 2 |
Porterfield CP-65 by Price
| Under $100k | 1 |
| Under $200k | 1 |
| Under $300k | 1 |
| Under $500k | 1 |
Porterfield CP-65 Safety Record
Across all CP-65 variants, 3 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2005. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
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Total Events
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Incidents
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Serious
2
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2005 | Jaffrey, NH | Minor | The student pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions and his failure to maintain directional control. A fact… |
| Aug 02, 1999 | JOHNSON VALLEY, CA | Fatal (1) | The failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed while attempting to make a precautionary landing, which resulted … |
| Feb 14, 1982 | JACKSONVILLE, NC | Fatal (2) | — |
NTSB records 1982–2005. Includes all Porterfield CP-65 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.