American AA-1 Pre-Buy Checklist
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Purchase Price
$30K-$200K
Prebuy Items
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ADs
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Insurance
$1,915
per year (experienced)
Safety Record (NTSB)
Public incident data · 1982-2025
12
Total Incidents
11
Accidents
3
Fatal
81.1
Per 1K Fleet
Raw public data from NTSB. Not a safety grade. Compare with fleet size and hours flown.
Purchase Price by Year
1970-1979
$19K-$37K
1980-1989
$27K-$51K
1990-1999
$39K-$75K
2000-2009
$54K-$105K
2010-2019
$78K-$151K
2020-present
$121K-$233K
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a American AA-1 cost?
Typical purchase price: $30K-$200K
What should I check before buying a American AA-1?
Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.
How much is insurance for a American AA-1?
Experienced pilots: $1,915-$2,340/year.
Are there any known issues with the American AA-1?
Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.
Cost Summary
Purchase$30K-$200K
Annual Fixed$5,515/yr
Hourly Variable$46.40/hr
5-Year Total$81K-$312K
Engine
ModelLYCOMING 0-235 SERIES
Power115 HP
TBO2,400 hrs
Overhaul$20,000-$28,000
Disclaimer
This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.