Cessna 190 Aircraft under $300,000
1 used Cessna 190 aircraft for sale under $300,000 · 5-seat · from $139K · updated 15 hours ago
About the Cessna 190
The Cessna 190 is a classic radial-engined taildragger — a high-wing, conventional-gear single built from 1947 to 1954, the companion to the Cessna 195, with a roomy four-to-five-seat cabin and polished aluminium looks. The 190 is distinguished by its Continental radial engine. It is a sought-after vintage classic prized by collectors. See the live price range and median above for the Cessna 190 listings currently on the market.
Cessna 190 Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 190 is a 5-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 140 kt (259 km/h), a range of 600 nm (1,111 km), and a useful load of 1,100 lbs (499 kg).
1 Cessna 190 For Sale
There are currently 1 used Cessna 190 for sale, ranging from $139,000 to $139,000, with a median asking price of $139,000.
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How much does a Cessna 190 cost? Used 190 prices: from $139K, across 1 priced of 1 active listings.
Based on 1 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 Cessna 190
Every Cessna 190 faces a mandatory 1,500-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 1,500-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
- Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a glass panel vs 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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Cessna 190 Inventory by Country
| United States | 7 |
| Australia | 1 |
| United Kingdom | 1 |
| New Zealand | 1 |
Cessna 190 by Price
| Under $100k | 2 |
| Under $200k | 9 |
| Under $300k | 10 |
| Under $500k | 10 |
Cessna 190 by Decade
| 1950s | 1 |
Cessna 190 Safety Record
Across all 190 variants, 23 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2025. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2025 | Idaho Falls, ID | Incident | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll in crosswind conditions. |
| May 17, 2024 | San Luis Obispo, CA | Incident | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a failure of the right ma… |
| Mar 07, 2021 | Camarillo, CA | Minor | The failure of the pilot to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing roll which resulted in a run… |
| May 04, 2017 | Prescott, AZ | Incident | The pilot’s use of excessive speed during a right turn from the runway to the taxiway, which resulted in a loss of direc… |
| Jul 09, 2012 | Anthony, NM | Minor | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. |
NTSB records 1982–2025. Includes all Cessna 190 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.