Cessna 500 Pre-Buy Checklist
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Purchase Price
$1.0M-$4.0M
Prebuy Items
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ADs
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Insurance
$23,625
per year (experienced)
Known Maintenance Issues
7 FAA Service Difficulty Reports (2015-2024)
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reports (SDR). Higher counts may reflect fleet size.
Safety Record (NTSB)
Public incident data · 1982-2025
11
Total Incidents
10
Accidents
6
Fatal
180.3
Per 1K Fleet
Raw public data from NTSB. Not a safety grade. Compare with fleet size and hours flown.
Purchase Price by Year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Cessna 500 cost?
Typical purchase price: $1.0M-$4.0M
What should I check before buying a Cessna 500?
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 Cessna 500?
Experienced pilots: $23,625-$28,875/year.
Are there any known issues with the Cessna 500?
Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.
Cost Summary
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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.