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D-140 Abeille

Seats
4 4
Power
180 hp134 kW
Cruise
119 kt220 km/h
Jodel D-140 Abeille
Jodel D-140 Abeille
Jodel D-140 Abeille
Jodel D-140 Abeille
Jodel D-140 Abeille
Jodel D-140 Abeille
Jodel D-140 Abeille
Jodel D-140 Abeille
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About the D-140 Abeille

The Jodel D-140 Abeille is a French single-engine fixed-wing touring monoplane tailored for private flyers and aero clubs. Featuring a single piston engine, the layout accommodates up to five occupants, providing a practical option for general aviation travel and touring.

Rooted in an earlier licensed design, the aircraft evolved into a larger touring platform built in France. Notable iterations include a glider tug configuration, and various editions were acquired by the French military. Alongside factory output, numerous examples were completed by homebuilders from construction plans, with operations continuing among recreational fliers and clubs decades after its introduction.

D-140 Abeille variants

DesignationSeatsEngine powerMax take-off weightCruise speedRange
D-140 Abeille This page 44180 hp134 kW2,646 lb1,200 kg119 kt220 km/h648 nm1,200 km
D-140 Mousquetaire 44180 hp134 kW2,646 lb1,200 kg119 kt220 km/h648 nm1,200 km
D140E 44180 hp134 kW2,646 lb1,200 kg119 kt220 km/h648 nm1,200 km

D-140 Abeille prices

Asking prices of those for sale now, US dollars

Asking prices for the 2 Jodel D-140 Abeille aircraft for sale with a price run from $106,946 to $134,316, with a median of $121,000.

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By year built
BuiltFor saleMedian askingRangeMedian hours
1960–19642$121,000$106,946 – $134,316–
1965–19692––6,400

D-140 Abeille running costs

$224 an hour
A year
LowTypicalHigh
Fuel$6,191$7,954$9,229
Oil$144$180$234
Engine overhaul reserve$2,167$2,667$4,833
Annual inspection and maintenance$2,500$3,500$4,500
Hangar$3,000$6,300$9,600
Insurance$1,389$1,781$2,173
Total$15,391$22,382$30,569
Per hour$154$224$306

Engine

Model
Lycoming O-360-A1A
Power
180 hp
Overhaul
2,000 h / 12 yr
Fuel burn
8.2 – 10.3 gal/h
Fuel price
$8.20 /US gal

D-140 Abeille for sale now

All D-140 Abeille for sale (4)

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