Every day, the team at Aircraft For Sale chooses an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, a good deal, or has other qualities we find interesting. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily.
Today’s Top Pick is a 1979 Beechcraft F33A Bonanza.
The Beechcraft Bonanza line, first introduced in 1947, is one of the most iconic and long-running series in general aviation history.
While early models were famous for their distinctive V-tail, Beech introduced the Model 33 in 1960 as a conventional-tailed alternative, initially marketed as the Debonair. The goal was to compete with other popular high-performance singles like the Piper Comanche.
This particular F33A Bonanza stands out as a clean, hangared aircraft with no known damage history. It represents an excellent opportunity for a pilot to acquire a legendary high-performance single that has been well maintained.
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The aircraft is powered by a Continental IO-520BB engine with only 535 hours since major overhaul. It turns a new three-blade Hartzell Scimitar propeller with just 10 hours since new. This Bonanza also features the 80-gallon, long-range fuel tanks, Rosen sun visors, and a fresh annual inspection valid until September 2026.
The panel features a Garmin 430 navigator, paired with a King KX155 as a second nav/com. A Garmin Transponder provides full ADS-B In and Out capability. The aircraft is also equipped with a reliable Century III autopilot with electric trim, making it a stable platform for cross-country flying.
Listed at $219,900, this 1979 Beechcraft F33A Bonanza represents a fantastic value, offering the legendary performance and handling of a Bonanza with a low-time engine and the core avionics needed for today’s airspace.
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