Description:
1957 DeHavilland DHC-2 Beaver – STOL | Floatplane | Private Use
💰 Price: $675,000 USD
📍 Location: Cochrane, Ontario, Canada (CYCN)
📞 Contact: Calem Austin | +1 (226) 706-8488
✈️ Aircraft Overview:
This well-cared-for 1957 DeHavilland DHC-2 Beaver (ex-military L20) is privately operated and in excellent condition throughout. Outfitted for true backcountry utility and comfort, this aircraft features dual controls, 6-place seating, tip tanks, and a full winter cover kit. The airframe is clean, with no damage history and matching serial numbers on all control surfaces.
⚙️ Airframe:
Total Time: 8,302 hours
Empty Weight: 3,638.4 lbs (on floats), 3,241.5 lbs (on wheels)
Max Takeoff Weight: 5,370 lbs
STOL Capable: Yes
Condition: Airframe 9/10, Paint 7/10, Interior 8/10
Control Surfaces: All matching serial numbers
ADs, SBs, and NDT: Fully current
🔧 Engine & Propeller:
Engine: 891 hrs SMOH (TBO 1,400 hrs)
Propeller: Hartzell 3-blade, 33 hrs SNEW (Installed 2024)
🛠️ Upgrades & STCs Include:
5370 lb gross weight upgrade
Baron STOL kit + wing angle mod
Lifetime struts
Sealand door posts & elevator stainless pushrods
Cabin extension
Alaska door with internal handle
Aerocet floats with all new hardware (2024)
Rear steering mod
Short stack cabin heater
Cessna seats & headliner
Firewall battery relocation
Bubble side windows
📡 Avionics & Equipment:
Dual Com radios
GPS
Autopilot
Recent windshield replacements
Rudder trim
Stock heater stack
Full winter cover kit with intake shutter
📝 Remarks:
This Beaver is equipped for rugged operations with modern float hardware, STOL performance, and comfort upgrades, making it ideal for private owners, remote operators, or backcountry enthusiasts. Meticulously maintained, recent improvements include new spark plugs, T-post, elevator trim jack, and brand-new propeller in 2024.
📞 Contact Calem Austin at +1 (226) 706-8488 to learn more or schedule a viewing.
Ready for work or play—this Beaver delivers both performance and heritage.