1952 De Havilland DHC-2
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
AVIONICS Garmin GMA340 Audio Panel with Intercom Garmin Com Garmin Transponder Garmin 720 Marine Chart Plotter FM Radio 406 ELT
Description
Well maintained 1952 DeHavilland Beaver, C-GCYM, Serial #354, Garmin GMA340 Audio Panel with Intercom, Garmin Transponder, Garmin 720 Marine Chart Plotter, Edo 4580 Floats, tight no leaks, Updated 3” Flight Instruments, Viking Push Out Windows, Wing Tip Tanks.
Engine
ENGINE Engine Time: 1276 (1600 TBO Engine) PROP Prop Time: “0” (Hartzell 3 Blade)
Propeller
AIRFRAME Airframe Total Time: 22964 Hrs.
Interior
INTERIOR Black Front Seats Light Blue Rear Seat White Side Panels and Ceiling Gray Panel Rated 7/10 EXTERIOR All Over White with Blue Tail Recent Paint Rated 8/10
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Island Aero Services
trade-a-plane.com
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$360,000
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Sidney, BC, Canada | Jun 04, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Island Aero Services
hangar67.com
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$360,000
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Canada | Jun 04, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This De Havilland DHC-2
This 1952 De Havilland DHC-2 (C-GCYM) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 22,964 hours on the airframe. There are currently 8 DHC-2 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $340,000 to $920,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $360,000.
The DHC-2 cruises at 109 kts (202 km/h) with a range of 395 nm (732 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 25 GPH (95 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $138/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $250/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $35,000. With 22,964 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 3 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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De Havilland DHC-2 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (C-GCYM) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
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Airworthiness Directives — De Havilland DHC-2
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 3 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
deHavilland Inc. Models DHC-2 Mk. I and DHC-2 Mk. II Airplanes and Bombardier Inc. Model (Otter) DHC-3 Airplanes
View full AD →de Havilland Inc. Models DHC-2 Mk. I, DHC-2 Mk. II, and DHC-2 Mk. III Airplanes
View full AD →de Havilland Inc. Models DHC-2 Mk. I, DHC-2 Mk. II, and DHC-2 Mk. III Airplanes
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
