CessnaTwin piston · La Verne, CA

1973 Cessna 421B

Price: $389,000
Year: 1973
Total time: 7,510 hours
Location: United States

Specifications

General

Sale Status: For Sale
Make/Model: CESSNA 421B
Registration #: 421B0390
Serial #: N444TA
Total time: 7510
Engine 1 Time: 890 SMOH
Engine 2 Time: 10 SMOH
Prop 1 Time: 440 SPOH
Prop 2 Time: 380 SPOH
Useful Load: 2454 lb
Condition: Used
Year Painted: 2019
Interior Year: 2020
Flight Rules: BTH
Package Deal: Includes Aircraft Plus Crated Spare Engine

Airframe

Total Time Airframe: 7,501.5 Hours

1973 Cessna 421B Golden Eagle (S/N: 421B0390 ' N444TA)

Fresh Annual Inspection Completed September 18, 2026 by Vegas Aviation

- Pressurization: 5.0 PSI cabin differential (8,000 ft cabin at 20,000 ft)

- All-Weather FIKI Certified: Pneumatic wing/tail boots, heated glass windshield, heated props

- Gross Weight: 7,450 lbs MTOW ' Basic Empty Weight: 5,310 lbs ' Useful Load: 2,140 lbs

- Usable Fuel: 198 Gal (Auxiliary fuel tanks installed)

- Vortex Generators: Micro AeroDynamics VGs installed (STC SA5101NM)

- Modifications: Cleveland wheels and heavy-duty brakes (STC SA197GL); ME 76-2 gear side brace kit (SK4414-8E) installed

- Complete & Continuous Logs from birth (1973 to present)

- Fully documented historical repairs returned to service: 1996 landing overrun and 2013 right stabilizer tip hangar rash

- Next 24-month IFR Pitot-Static/Altimeter/XPDR certification due December 2027 (Duncan Aviation)

Engine

Package deal: SALE INCLUDES RUNNABLE CRATED SPARE ENGINE!
Engines: Continental GTSIO-520-H (375 HP ' 1,600 hr TBO)

Includes a crated Continental GTSIO-520 spare engine (~1,220 hrs) located at shop in Las Vegas, NV (buyer to arrange/pay freight).

- RIGHT ENGINE: 0.0 hrs SMOH by RAM Aircraft, LP (CRS VA1R551K; overhauled 06/2025, installed 09/2026; ~10 hrs operational break-in). Compressions: 80/80 on all 6 cylinders. Modified per RAM STC SE8338SW-D (new RAM camshaft, overhauled VAR crankshaft, heavy-style crankcase, new Continental steel cylinders, relocated turbo oil line). Equipped with General Aviation Modifications, Inc. (GAMI) turboGAMIjectors (STC SE09963SC).

- LEFT ENGINE: 876.5 hrs SMOH by Mena Aircraft Engines (CRS S9QR340N). Compressions at Sep 2026 annual: 1) 74/80, 2) 73/80, 3) 71/80, 4) 73/80, 5) 72/80, 6) 77/80. Overhauled turbocharger (P/N ) and 500-hr magneto inspection completed at 591 hrs SMOH. New Superior crankshaft nose seal installed 09/2026.

- AD Compliance: Both engines complied with AD 2023-09-09 on 09/18/2026 with new exhaust tailpipe V-band clamps (P/N 2274-50). Starter adapters complied with AD 2007-05-15. Overhauled engine fire extinguisher bottles installed 09/2026.

- Equipped with electro-thermal de-ice boots and propeller synchrophaser

- Left Propeller: Hub S/N 002803 ' 2,102.9 hrs PTSN ' 435.3 hrs SPOH

- Right Propeller: Hub S/N 002800 ' 2,028.2 hrs PTSN ' 376.4 hrs SPOH (Overhauled by Byam Propeller Service)

- Both propellers inspected under Annual Inspection on September 18, 2026 with zero defects.

Propeller

Propellers: Dual McCauley 3-Blade Constant Speed, Full-Feathering (3AF37C516 / 90LFB-0)

Avionics

Flight displays & standby: - Primary Flight Display: Garmin G600 TXi 10.6" PFD with Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT) and Terrain Alerting
Autopilot / digital flight control: - Autopilot / Flight Director: Genesys Aerosystems S-TEC 3100 Digital 3-Axis Autopilot
Navigation & communication: - GPS / Nav / Comm: Garmin GNS 530W WAAS GPS/NAV/COMM
Engine monitoring & systems: - Engine Analyzer: Insight Graphic Engine Monitor (GEM 1200)
Additional equipment & systems: - Certified Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) with full pneumatic boots, heated windshield, heated props

MODERN TOUCHSCREEN GLASS COCKPIT CONVERSION (2020) & DIGITAL FLIGHT CONTROL
Multi-Function Display: Garmin GDU 1060 Touchscreen MFD
Electronic Standby: L3Harris ESI-500 Electronic Standby Instrument (Attitude, Altitude, Airspeed, Slip/Skid)
Fully integrated with Yaw Damper
Flight Envelope Protection & Stability Augmentation
Altitude Preselect, Indicated Airspeed (IAS) Hold, Vertical Speed Hold
Fully coupled LPV, ILS, and GPS approach capability
Transponder / ADS-B: Garmin GTX 345 All-in-One Transponder (ADS-B In and ADS-B Out)
Bluetooth Flight Stream Datalink: Transmits ADS-B Traffic and Weather to ForeFlight / iPad
Weather Datalink: Garmin GDL 69A SiriusXM Satellite Weather and Audio Receiver
Audio Panel: King / Garmin Audio System with Marker Beacons and Intercom
Fuel Management: Shadin DigiFlo Digital Twin-Engine Fuel Flow Computer
Keith Products / Factory Freon Air Conditioning System
Supplemental Crew and Passenger Oxygen System with overhead distribution and masks
Micro AeroDynamics Vortex Generators (STC SA5101NM)
Cleveland Heavy-Duty Wheels and Brakes Conversion (STC SA197GL)
Norton / Tradewind High-Performance Radome (STC SA807EA)
Whelen Aerospace Technologies High-Intensity Anti-Collision Strobe Lighting (STC SA615EA)
Dual Propeller Synchrophaser System
Main Landing Gear Side Brace Reinforcement Kit (SK4414-8E per ME 76-2)
Re-webbed seat belts with FAA Form 8110-3 flammability certifications
Artex 406 MHz ELT with remote panel switch (New battery installed 09/2026, exp. 06/2032)
24-Month Pitot-Static, Altimeter, and Transponder recertification completed December 26, 2025 by Duncan Aviation Inc. (Tested to 30,000 ft; valid through December 2027)

Interior

EXTERIOR (Rated 9/10): - Complete strip and custom repaint completed August 12, 2019 by Avitech

- Premium Axalta Polyurethane high-gloss finish:

* Base: Matterhorn White (765385)

* Major Stripe: Fire Red (570046)

* Accent Stripe: Sable Pearl (859682)

- Pneumatic de-ice boots in excellent condition, clean glass, and clear heated windshield panel

- Custom 7-place executive interior refurbished March 2020 by A-D Aircraft Interior Specialists in compliance with FAR 25.853 flammability requirements

- Four-place center executive club seating built with Skandia DAX fire-rated foam and upholstered in Moore & Giles Orion Collection leather (Black Orion Galaxy with Brown Sequoia inserts)

- Pilot and Copilot seats finished in matching Moore & Giles Black Orion Galaxy leather with genuine Aerolamb sheepskin inserts for long-range cruising comfort

- Side panels, window surrounds, and headliner wrapped in Pale Beige Tapis Ultra-Leather

- Right-hand forward executive writing work table and dual hot/cold beverage dispensers

- Aft belted flushing relief/potty seat

- Dedicated aft baggage storage area with cargo tie-down netting

Remarks

Package deal: COMPLETE AIRCRAFT PLUS RUNNABLE CRATED SPARE ENGINE INCLUDED AT $389,000!

Detailed Description

Why Buy This 1973 Cessna 421B Golden Eagle?

N444TA offers turbine-class comfort and real-world cross-country utility without turbine operating costs. Turnkey and exceptionally well-equipped, this offering represents unprecedented value: the sale includes the complete aircraft plus a crated, runnable spare Continental GTSIO-520 engine (~1,220 hrs) currently stored in Las Vegas, NV (buyer responsible for shipping from Las Vegas).

The aircraft itself features substantial mechanical equity, highlighted by a freshly installed, zero-time RAM Aircraft major overhaul on the right engine (only ~10 hours operational time) equipped with GAMIjectors and RAM camshaft upgrades. Paired with a strong-running Continental GTSIO-520-H on the left side (~877 hrs SMOH) and recently inspected dual McCauley 3-blade props, it delivers 375 HP per side for confident high-altitude cruising. Having a dedicated ~1,220 hr spare engine on hand provides the ultimate peace of mind and operational backup for geared Continental operations.

The modernized touchscreen cockpit features a Garmin G600 TXi 10.6-inch PFD with Synthetic Vision, a Garmin GDU 1060 MFD, WAAS navigation via GNS 530W, and a digital Genesys S-TEC 3100 3-axis autopilot with envelope protection and coupled LPV approach capability. A glass L3 ESI-500 standby and fresh 24-month IFR certification by Duncan Aviation ensure total operational readiness.

Certified for Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) with full boots and a heated windshield, N444TA pairs all-weather capability with a 5.0 PSI pressurized cabin, factory air conditioning, supplemental oxygen, and Micro AeroDynamics Vortex Generators. Ramp appeal is backed by a 2019 Axalta three-color exterior and a 2020 custom Moore & Giles executive leather interior with sheepskin crew seating.

With complete continuous logs from birth, a fresh September 2026 annual inspection, zero deferred maintenance, and a crated spare engine included, N444TA is primed for immediate flight operations.

Remarks

N444TA presents an uncommon ownership opportunity in the Cessna 421B market, pairing high-altitude pressurized capability with comprehensive modernization and exceptional mechanical value.

- Includes Crated Spare Engine: In addition to the aircraft, the purchase includes a crated, runnable spare Continental GTSIO-520 engine (~1,220 hours total time) currently stored at a maintenance facility in Las Vegas, NV (buyer responsible for freight arrangements from Las Vegas). Having an operational spare engine on hand provides a substantial financial and operational hedge against geared Continental downtime.

- Fresh Powerplant Investment: The right engine has just been replaced with a freshly hung, zero-time major overhaul by RAM Aircraft, LP (CRS VA1R551K; completed June 2025, installed September 2026; only ~10 operational hours since overhaul) featuring factory-new steel cylinders, 80/80 compressions, RAM STC SE8338SW-D enhancements, and turboGAMIjectors.

- Proven Left Engine & Props: Left engine is a strong-running Continental GTSIO-520-H overhauled by Mena Aircraft Engines (~877 hrs SMOH) with strong compressions across all cylinders. Dual McCauley 3-blade constant-speed propellers feature electric de-ice (~435 LH / ~376 RH SPOH) and fresh September 2026 inspections.

- Modern Touchscreen Glass: Features a 2020 touchscreen flight deck upgrade centered on a Garmin G600 TXi 10.6-inch PFD with Synthetic Vision, Garmin GDU 1060 MFD, WAAS GNS 530W, Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out transponder, L3 ESI-500 electronic standby, and an advanced digital S-TEC 3100 3-axis autopilot with envelope protection and coupled LPV approach capability.

- All-Weather FIKI & Pressurization: Certified Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) with pneumatic boots and heated windshield. The 5.0 PSI pressurization system delivers an 8,000-foot cabin at 20,000 feet, complemented by factory air conditioning and supplemental oxygen.

- Airframe & Ramp Appeal: Fitted with Micro AeroDynamics Vortex Generators (STC SA5101NM), Cleveland heavy-duty wheels and brakes (STC SA197GL), and ME 76-2 gear side brace reinforcement. Finished in an elegant 2019 Axalta three-color exterior (rated 9/10) and a 2020 custom Moore & Giles executive 7-place leather interior with crew sheepskins, executive table, and belted aft potty (rated 8.5/10).

- Turnkey Maintenance Status: Fresh Annual Inspection completed September 18, 2026 by Vegas Aviation. 24-month IFR pitot-static and transponder recertification completed December 2025 by Duncan Aviation (tested to 30,000 ft; valid through December 2027). The aircraft features continuous, complete records from factory delivery in 1973 to present, with all historical maintenance fully documented and signed off to FAA standards by certified repair stations.

Turnkey executive comfort, fresh annual, zero-time RAM powerplant, and a crated spare engine included. Contact Benjamin Lipson at Lipson Aviation to arrange viewing or review full digitized logbooks.

$389,000

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