1976 CESSNA GOLDEN EAGLE 421 C
Cessna 421 Golden Eagle · Supplemental Type Certificate
Overview
This document is a valuation report for the 1976 Cessna Golden Eagle 421C, detailing its specifications, performance, and market value. It includes historical context about the aircraft's development and variations, as well as specific data on airframe and engine times. The report is intended for potential buyers, owners, and aviation enthusiasts interested in the Cessna 421C model. It provides insights into the aircraft's capabilities, maintenance history, and current market conditions, making it a useful resource for evaluating the aircraft's worth and operational status.
- Max Takeoff Weight: 7,450 lbs
- Cruise Speed: 241 knots
- Range: 882 nautical miles
- Takeoff Run: 1,786 feet
- Landing Roll: 720 feet
- Total Airframe Time: 6,406 hours
- Engine 1 SMOH: 829.90 hours, Engine 2 SMOH: 710.80 hours
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Source
Originally published by tkaviation.net. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Supplemental Type Certificate
- Year
- 1976
- Pages
- 5
- File size
- 112 KB
- Publisher
- tkaviation.net
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Aircraft Overview
The Cessna 421 Golden Eagle is a twin-engine light transport aircraft known for its pressurized cabin and retractable landing gear. It was developed in the 1960s and has undergone several design improvements over the years, culminating in the 421C model introduced in 1976. This model features a maximum takeoff weight of 7,450 lbs and is powered by two Continental GTSIO-520-L/N engines, each producing 375 hp.
Performance Specifications
The 421C has a cruise speed of 241 knots and a range of 882 nautical miles. It requires a takeoff run of 1,786 feet and a landing roll of 720 feet. The aircraft has a wingspan of 41 feet 2 inches, a length of 36 feet 5 inches, and a height of 12 feet 11 inches.
Airframe and Engine Time
The valuation report includes specific airframe and engine times for the aircraft with registration number N31C. The total airframe time (AFTT) is 6,406 hours, with engine 1 having 829.90 hours since major overhaul (SMOH) and engine 2 having 710.80 hours SMOH.
Market Valuation
The report provides a retail market value of approximately $220,999.88 for the aircraft, taking into account various factors such as condition, modifications, and equipment. The base price is listed at $200,000, with additional adjustments for airframe and engine conditions.
Full document text
PREPARED BY VREF 1976 CESSNA GOLDEN EAGLE 421 C TWIN ENGINE VREF PRESSURIZED PISTON TWIN INDEX VREF VALUATION MONDAY, AUGUST 09, 2021 VREF VALUATION AUGUST 09, 2021 PREPARED BY VREF 1976 CESSNA GOLDEN EAGLE 421 C © 2021 VREF Publishing, Inc. | All Right Reserved | www.VREF.com 1 The Cessna 421 Golden Eagle is an American six or seven-seat twin-engine light transport aircraft developed in the 1960s by Cessna as a pressurized version of the earlier Cessna 411. The 421 is an all-metal low-wing cabin monoplane with a retractable tricycle landing gear, and powered by two geared Continental GTSIO-520-D engines, wing-mounted in tractor configuration. The cabin is accessed from a door on the left-hand side behind the wing. The Cessna 421 was first produced in May 1967. It had "Stabila-Tip" fuel tanks on the wingtips (like the Cessna 310). The next year, 1969, the design was refined, with a three-inch stretch of the fuselage, five more gallons of fuel capacity, and a 40- pound increase in gross weight. The plane was redesignated the Cessna 421A. In 1971 the design was again improved. Both empty and gross weight increased, the wingspan was increased by two feet, raising the service ceiling by 5,000 feet. The nose was stretched two feet to accommodate a larger nose baggage section. This new plane is designated the Cessna 421B. In 1975 the plane was offered with a package of equipment enabling flight into known icing conditions. In 1976 the 421C appeared: wet wings, the absence of wingtip fuel tanks, and landing gear changed from straight-leg to a trailing- link design from the 1981 model year. Production ended in 1985 after 1,901 aircraft had been delivered. The 421 was first certified on 1 May 1967 and shared a common type certificate with models 401, 402, 411, 414, and 425. Some 421s have been modified to accept turboprop engines, making them very similar to the Cessna 425, which is a turboprop development of the 421. 421 Type approved 1 May 1967, powered by two Continental GTSIO-520-Ds of 375 hp each, maximum takeoff weight 6,800 lb. Two hundred built. 421A Type approved 19 November 1968, powered by two Continental GTSIO-520-Ds of 375 hp each, maximum takeoff weight 6,840 lb.[158 built. 421B Golden Eagle/Executive Commuter Eight-seat light passenger transport aircraft. Type approved 28 April 1970, powered by two Continental GTSIO-520-Hs of 375 hp each, maximum takeoff weight 7,250 lb, later models 7,450 lb, 699 built. 421C Golden Eagle/Executive Commuter Model with a new wing and landing gear. Type approved 28 October 1975, powered by two Continental GTSIO-520- Ls or Continental GTSIO-520-Ns of 375 hp each, maximum takeoff weight 7,450 lb.[859 built. Riley Turbine Rocket 421 Conversion of Cessna 421 aircraft by fitting two Lycoming LTP101 turboprop engines. Formal designation R421BL and R421CL for conversions of 421B and C, respectively. Riley Turbine Eagle 421 Conversion of Cessna 421C aircraft by fitting two 750hp Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-135 turboprop engines. Formal designation R421CP. Excalibur 421 Re-engined 421C with Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-135A or PT6A-112 turboprops, supplemental type certificate held by Excalibur 421 LLC of Paso Robles, California. In 2013 it was announced that Aviation Alliance is acting as program managers for the Excalibur 421 upgrade program. Advanced Aircraft Regent 1500 Production of the Riley Turbine Eagle 421 conversion by Advanced Aircraft Corporation. VREF VALUATION MONDAY, AUGUST 09, 2021 VREF VALUATION AUGUST 09, 2021 PREPARED BY VREF 1976 CESSNA GOLDEN EAGLE 421 C © 2021 VREF Publishing, Inc. | All Right Reserved | www.VREF.com 2 Airframe Time (AFTT) / Engine Time ITEM VALUE Registration # N31C Serial # 421C0096 Airframe Total Time (AFTT) 6406 AFTT Avg 8507.00 Since Major Overhaul (SMOH) SMOH Engine 1 – Continental GTSIO-520-L/N 829.90 TBO Avg 800.0 SMOH Engine 2 – Continental GTSIO-520-L/N 710.80 TBO Avg 800.0 Performance & Specs ITEM VALUE Configuration Twin Engine, Piston, Pressurized Max Seats 8 Max Take Off Weight 7450 lbs Cruise 241 kts Range 882 nm Take Off Run 1786 ft Landing Roll 720 ft Wing Span 41ft 2in Length 36ft 5in Height 12ft 11in Take Off Run (50ft) 2323 ft VREF VALUATION AUGUST 09, 2021 PREPARED BY VREF 1976 CESSNA GOLDEN EAGLE 421 C VREF VALUATION MONDAY, AUGUST 09, 2021 © 2021 VREF Publishing, Inc. | All Right Reserved | www.VREF.com 3 Summary ITEM $ RETAIL/FAIR MKT Basic Price 200,000.00 Adds/Deducts 39,093.75 Airframe 6,303.00 Engine 1,853.12 Condition -26,250.00 TOTAL 220,999.88 Base Price Includes Dual digital Nav/Comm, 3-Axis Autopilot, Color Radar, ADF, DME, Factory Air Conditioning, Full De-ice, Glass Windshield. Base Price Includes the following: Aircraft is compliant with ADS-B Out, AD's and SB's complied with, No Damage History, complete records and logbooks since new with Mid-Life engines and mid-time maintenance unless otherwise noted. Aircraft Base Price assumes aircraft Paint and Interior Condition are Good unless otherwise noted. Please refer to the FAQ for paint and interior definitions. Modifications and Conversions ITEM AGE VALUE GARMIN 530W 8 2,000.00 RAM OVERHAUL 8 23,000.00 VORTEX GENERATORS 8 750.00 POWER PAC SPOILERS 8 2,248.75 TOTAL $27,998.75 Avionics ITEM AGE VALUE GTX 345 0 4,995.00 GTX 327 8 500.00 S-TEC 55X 8 2,125.00 JPI EDM 760 TWIN ENGINE 8 1,225.00 EX 500 8 2,250.00 TOTAL $11,095.00 Manual Adjustments DESCRIPTION VALUE - - TOTAL $0.0 Floats ITEM AGE VALUE - - - TOTAL $0.0 Retail Percent Change ITEM VALUE Change Last Quarter 0.00% Change Last 12 Months 0.00% Change Since New -44.23% Price When New $358,585.00 Condition & History Paint D - Poor Interior Condition (Basic) D - Poor VREF VALUATION MONDAY, AUGUST 09, 2021 VREF VALUATION AUGUST 09, 2021 PREPARED BY VREF 1976 CESSNA GOLDEN EAGLE 421 C © 2021 VREF Publishing, Inc. | All Right Reserved | www.VREF.com 4 Comments - Important Note
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Prices depicted in VREF are averages based on the marketplace from the previous quarter. These average prices may not represent a specific serial number. Each serial number is unique. Prices can vary widely due to time, condition maintenance history and equipment. VREF VALUATION MONDAY, AUGUST 09, 2021 VREF VALUATION AUGUST 09, 2021 PREPARED BY VREF 1976 CESSNA GOLDEN EAGLE 421 C © 2021 VREF Publishing, Inc. | All Right Reserved | www.VREF.com 5
What's in the Cessna 421 Golden Eagle TCDS
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