SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 Aircraft 1980s
1980s piston singles are pre-FADEC, pre-glass-cockpit airframes — Cessna 172/182, Piper PA-28 series, Bonanza V35/F33, Mooney M20J 201 from this period. Most have undergone at least one engine overhaul and avionics refresh (ADS-B Out retrofit, GPS upgrade). Pre-buy focus: airframe corrosion, AD compliance (especially recent wing-spar ADs on 210/PA-28), Lycoming or Continental engine condition, panel revision currency.
2 used SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 aircraft for sale 1980s · $274K – $795K · updated yesterday
About the SIAI-Marchetti SF-260
The SIAI-Marchetti SF.260 is one of the most elegant and capable piston trainers ever built — sleek, fast and fully aerobatic, with crisp, fighter-like handling. Used by air forces worldwide and treasured by civilian owners, it delivers warbird-style character and performance in a piston aircraft, making it a sought-after aerobatic tourer and ex-military classic.
SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 Specifications
Model specSIAI-Marchetti has not yet published final specifications for the SF-260. This section will populate automatically once official specs are released — in the meantime you can browse current listings above.
2 SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 For Sale
There are currently 2 used SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 for sale, ranging from $274,999 to $795,000, with a median asking price of $534,999.
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SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 Price & Cost
How much does a SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 cost? Used SF-260 prices: $274K – $795K, average $534K (median $534K), 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 SIAI-Marchetti SF-260
When buying a SIAI-Marchetti SF-260, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.
What to check before buying
- Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
- Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — SIAI-Marchetti SF-260
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SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 Inventory by Country
| United States | 5 |
| Australia | 1 |
| Switzerland | 1 |
| Italy | 1 |
SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 Inventory by State
| California | 5 |
SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 by Price
| Under $200k | 1 |
| Under $300k | 5 |
| Under $500k | 7 |
Recently Sold SIAI-Marchetti SF-260
| 1969 SF-260-A | $462,150 |
| 1978 SF260W Warrior | $273,258 |
SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 Safety Record
Across all SF-260 variants, 2 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2008–2009. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2009 | Santa Monica, CA | Fatal (2) | The pilot’s failure to select the proper fuel tank for takeoff, which resulted in a loss of engine power. Contributing t… |
| Apr 06, 2008 | Belfast, ME | Fatal (1) | The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane due to spatial disorientation during an aerobatic maneuver. |
NTSB records 2008–2009. Includes all SIAI-Marchetti SF-260 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.