Waco YMF-5C Aircraft in United States
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10 used Waco YMF-5C aircraft for sale in United States · 3-seat · $240K – $590K · updated 6 hours ago
About the Waco YMF-5C
The Waco Classic YMF-5 is a modern, type-certificated recreation of the classic Waco open-cockpit biplane — a three-seat, radial-powered aircraft that delivers the golden-age, leather-helmet flying experience with modern construction, parts support and reliability. It is the way to own a classic biplane experience without the uncertainties of an antique airframe.
Waco YMF-5C Specifications
Model specThe Waco YMF-5C is a 3-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 100 kt (185 km/h), a range of 432 nm (800 km).
10 Waco YMF-5C For Sale
There are currently 10 used Waco YMF-5C for sale, ranging from $240,000 to $590,000, with a median asking price of $285,000.
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Waco YMF-5C Price & Cost
How much does a Waco YMF-5C cost? Used YMF-5C prices: $240K – $590K, average $323K (median $285K), across 9 priced of 10 active listings.
Based on 3 priced 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 Waco YMF-5C
When buying a Waco YMF-5C, 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.
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Waco YMF-5C Inventory by Country
| United States | 2 |
Waco YMF-5C by Price
| Under $300k | 1 |
| Under $500k | 1 |
Waco YMF-5C Safety Record
Across all YMF-5C variants, 2 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2005–2019. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 2019 | Bar Harbor, ME | Incident | A total loss of engine power due to a cylinder failure for undetermined reasons. |
| Dec 28, 2005 | Lihue, HI | Incident | the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control of the aircr… |
NTSB records 2005–2019. Includes all Waco YMF-5C variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.