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de Havilland DHC-3

Ownership Cost Report

TurbopropGenerated March 13, 2026

Purchase Price

$150,000 - $800,000

Annual Fixed

$14,785 - $28,115

Hourly Variable

$339.11/hr

5-Year Total

$393,480 - $1,279,685

Purchase Price Range

Low estimate$150,000
High estimate$800,000
Active US fleet18

Based on market data for average-condition aircraft across available year bands.

Annual Fixed Costs

Insurance (experienced pilot)$5,985 - $7,315
Annual inspection (estimated)$8,000
Hangar / tiedown (varies by region)$1,800 - $6,000
Miscellaneous (database fees, etc.)$500 - $1,500
Total annual fixed costs$14,785 - $28,115

Hourly Variable Costs

Fuel (38 GPH x $6.50/gal)$247.00/hr
Engine overhaul reserve$111.11/hr
Unscheduled maintenance reserve~$15-30/hr
Total hourly variable cost$339.11/hr

Annual cost by usage

100 hours/year$48,696
200 hours/year$82,607

Engine Details

EngineP&W PT6A SERIES
Horsepower500 HP
TBO3,600 hours
Overhaul cost$320,000 - $480,000

5-Year Total Cost Projection

Purchase price (midpoint)$475,000
Fixed costs over 5 years$73,925 - $140,575
Variable costs (100 hrs/yr x 5 years)$169,555
5-year total ownership cost$393,480 - $1,279,685

Insurance Estimates by Experience

Pilot ExperienceAnnual PremiumHull Value
New PPL (<500 hrs)$8,550 - $12,350$150,000 - $800,000
Experienced (500-1500 hrs)$5,985 - $7,315$150,000 - $800,000
ATP (1500+ hrs)$3,040 - $4,180$150,000 - $800,000

Market Prices by Year

Year BandLowMedianHigh
1970-1979$74,813$106,875$144,281
1980-1989$99,750$142,500$192,375
1990-1999$139,650$199,500$269,325
2000-2009$199,500$285,000$384,750
2010-2019$299,250$427,500$577,125
2020-present$498,750$712,500$961,875

Performance Quick Reference

Fuel burn38 GPH

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Disclaimer: This report is for informational purposes only. All cost estimates are based on publicly available data (FAA Registry, industry benchmarks, market listings) and may not reflect the actual cost of owning a specific aircraft. Insurance premiums, maintenance costs, hangar rates, and fuel prices vary significantly by region, aircraft condition, pilot experience, and usage patterns. Consult qualified professionals (mechanics, insurance brokers, aviation attorneys) before making purchasing decisions. HangarMath is not a licensed financial advisor or aircraft broker. Data current as of March 13, 2026.