1981 Cessna 421C Golden Eagle

Description

Motorflugzeug 421C Golden Eagle With its specialized modifications for photography and cooling system improvements, EC-IHY offers a unique blend of classic Golden Eagle performance and modern aerial surveying capabilities. This 1981 Cessna 421C Golden Eagle (Tail #EC-IHY) is a highly versatile, well-maintained multi-engine piston aircraft currently positioned in Tenerife, Spain. Recently completing its last inspection in August 2025 with no maintenance due, this pressurized twin is mission-ready for both business travel and specialized aerial surveying. Aircraft Highlights Performance & Efficiency: Powered by twin 375 HP Teledyne Continental GTSIO-520-N engines with approximately half their TBO remaining (899/784 hours SMOH). Mission Ready: Certified for high-definition aerial photography with a dedicated fuselage modification for camera installation. Modernized Avionics: Features a robust IFR suite including dual Garmin GNS 530 Nav/Com/GPS units, TAS (Traffic Advisory System), and weather radar. Strategic Enhancements: Equipped with Vortex Generators for improved low-speed handling, spoiler systems, and an increased maximum weight STC for higher utility. Total Time 8,323 hrs Engine 1 Time 899 hrs (SMOH) Engine 2 Time 784 hrs (SMOH) Prop 1 Time 85 hrs Prop 2 Time 85 hrs Inspection Status Last Check Completed August 2025 Interior Exterior 9.5 /10 Avionics: aviation electronics (navigation and communications equipment installed): 2 x nav/com/gps garmin gns530 & gns530w 1 tas (traffic advisory system) bf goodrich trc497 1 com hf allied signal ktr953 1 transponder allied signal kt76a 1 transponder trig avionics tt31 1 radar altimeter allied signal kra10a 1 weather radar allied signal art161a 1 dme allied signal kn63 1 elt artex me406 1 adf king kr87 Options: modifications and sts applied: faa stc sa3458w / easa 5286-i: fuselage modification for camera installation faa stc sa4913nm / easa: spoiler system installation faa stc sa5792sw / easa 5310-i: engine refrigeration system improvements faa stc sa4592sw / easa 5310-i: improvements to the engine cooling system faa stc sa5796sw / s311-i: installation of fuel flow indicator system faa stc sa5878sw / easa s312-i: egt, cht, pressure, and oil temperature indicators faa stc 5981sw / easa s313-i: increase in maximum weights on ramp, take-off, landing, and empty faa stc sa8352sw / easa s314-i: installation of vortex generators faa stc sa3767sw / easa s315-i: installation of induction hose fasteners faa stc sa45 The Garmin on the left is WASS. The plane was painted last year. The interior is the original; we have more seats stored in the office. It now has seats for the pilot, co-pilot, and seats 4 and 7 installed. Remarks: In summary, EC-IHY represents a rare find in the current market: a well-maintained Cessna 421C Golden Eagle with no maintenance due and a fresh inspection completed in August 2025. With both Continental GTSIO-520-N engines well under their 1,600-hour TBO—showing 899 and 784 hours respectively—and propellers with only 85 hours since overhaul, this aircraft offers significant operational longevity before major scheduled service. Whether you are looking for a pressurized business commuter or a specialized platform for high-definition aerial photography, this IFR-equipped aircraft is ready for delivery from its base in the Canary Islands.