1980 Beechcraft Bonanza A36
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHModern Avidyne IFR panel featuring an Avidyne IFD 540 and Avidyne IFD 440 WAAS GPS/NAV/COM setup with data link capability. This provides a capable IFR platform with strong redundancy and situational awareness. Additional avionics include: King HSI XM Weather / XM Radio JPI 700 EDM Engine Monitor Aircraft is also equipped with: De-Ice Boots Hot Prop Factory Air Conditioning Strobe Lights Well equipped Bonanza ready for serious cross-country travel with modern avionics
strong engine upgrade and desirable equipment.Description
Very nice and well-equipped A36 Bonanza with the desirable 300 HP Continental IO-550 upgrade and a modern Avidyne IFR avionics suite. This aircraft is a strong cross-country platform with excellent performance, solid equipment, and clean records. The panel features an Avidyne IFD 540 and IFD 440, providing a capable WAAS GPS/NAV/COM setup with data link capability. Additional avionics include a King HSI, XM weather/radio, and a JPI 700 EDM engine monitor for complete engine management and situational awareness. Powered by a Continental IO-550-BB producing 300 HP, the engine currently has approximately 1,505 hours since factory reman. The IO-550 conversion significantly improves climb and cruise performance over the original configuration. This Bonanza is well equipped for serious travel with de-ice boots, hot prop, and air conditioning, along with several aerodynamic improvements including flap gap seals, wing root seals, and aileron seals. Additional equipment includes strobe lights. The aircraft has 5,280 hours total time, complete logs, and presents well with paint rated approximately 8 out of 10. The annual inspection has been completed and the airplane is ready to fly. N24BF represents a well-maintained A36 with desirable upgrades, strong avionics, air conditioning, and the proven performance Bonanzas are known for
Engine
Continental IO-550 producing 300 HP. Approximately 1,505 hours since factory reman. The IO-550 conversion provides improved climb performance and cruise speeds compared to the original engine configuration and is one of the most desirable upgrades for the A36 Bonanza. Aircraft is equipped with a bracket oil filter system and aerodynamic performance upgrades including flap gap seals, wing root seals, and aileron seals which improve efficiency and cruise performance.
Exterior
rated approximately 8 out of 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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Nathaniel Hutchens
trade-a-plane.com
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$325,000
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pikeville, KY | Mar 20, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Beechcraft Bonanza A36
This 1980 Beechcraft Bonanza A36 (N24BF) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 5,280 hours on the airframe. There are currently 136 Bonanza A36 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $189,900 to $699,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $325,000.
The Bonanza A36 cruises at 169 kts (313 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,500 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14.5 GPH (55 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $80/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $195/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $22,000. With 5,280 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Beechcraft Bonanza A36 — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N24BF.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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