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Stinson L-5E

Ownership Cost Report

Single PistonGenerated March 13, 2026

Purchase Price

$30,000 - $200,000

Annual Fixed

$5,515 - $13,040

Hourly Variable

$84.45/hr

5-Year Total

$99,800 - $349,650

Purchase Price Range

Low estimate$30,000
High estimate$200,000
Active US fleet20

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

Annual Fixed Costs

Insurance (experienced pilot)$1,915 - $2,340
Annual inspection (estimated)$2,500
Hangar / tiedown (varies by region)$1,800 - $6,000
Miscellaneous (database fees, etc.)$500 - $1,500
Total annual fixed costs$5,515 - $13,040

Hourly Variable Costs

Fuel (9.3 GPH x $6.50/gal)$60.45/hr
Engine overhaul reserve$24.00/hr
Unscheduled maintenance reserve~$15-30/hr
Total hourly variable cost$84.45/hr

Annual cost by usage

100 hours/year$13,960
200 hours/year$22,405

Engine Details

EngineLYCOMING 0-435A/0-435C
Horsepower190 HP
TBO1,500 hours
Overhaul cost$30,000 - $42,000

5-Year Total Cost Projection

Purchase price (midpoint)$115,000
Fixed costs over 5 years$27,575 - $65,200
Variable costs (100 hrs/yr x 5 years)$42,225
5-year total ownership cost$99,800 - $349,650

Insurance Estimates by Experience

Pilot ExperienceAnnual PremiumHull Value
New PPL (<500 hrs)$2,588 - $3,738$30,000 - $200,000
Experienced (500-1500 hrs)$1,915 - $2,340$30,000 - $200,000
ATP (1500+ hrs)$1,104 - $1,518$30,000 - $200,000

Market Prices by Year

Year BandLowMedianHigh
1970-1979$19,320$27,600$37,260
1980-1989$26,565$37,950$51,233
1990-1999$38,640$55,200$74,520
2000-2009$54,338$77,625$104,794
2010-2019$78,488$112,125$151,369
2020-present$120,750$172,500$232,875

Performance Quick Reference

Cruise speed80 kts
Range409 nm
Fuel burn9.3 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.