Piper PA-18-135 Pre-Buy Checklist
Single Piston · 218 active
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
31
Total Incidents
31
Accidents
2
Fatal
142.2
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 Piper PA-18-135 cost?
Typical purchase price: $30K-$200K
What should I check before buying a Piper PA-18-135?
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 Piper PA-18-135?
Experienced pilots: $1,915-$2,340/year.
Are there any known issues with the Piper PA-18-135?
Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.
Cost Summary
Purchase$30K-$200K
Annual Fixed$5,515/yr
Hourly Variable$57.70/hr
5-Year Total$86K-$323K
Engine
ModelLYCOMING 0-290 SERIES
Power140 HP
TBO2,000 hrs
Overhaul$22,000-$32,000
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.