Overview

A RARE FIND: MINT CONDITION DE HAVILLAND DHC-2 BEAVER

Widely regarded as one of the most iconic bush planes ever built, the de Havilland Beaver is best known for its rugged design, unmatched short takeoff and landing (STOL) performance, and legendary reliability in the most remote environments. This aircraft is more than a machine — it’s a piece of aviation history.

Now offered for sale: a fully restored, museum-worthy 1953 DHC-2 Beaver with only 4,480 total time airframe hours — possibly the lowest in existence worldwide.

Originally built for military use, this aircraft has been meticulously restored by Sealand Aviation, with attention paid to every detail:

-New piston engine and Hamilton Standard two-blade propeller (2024)

-Complete restoration inside and out

-Fresh paint, new interior, modern wiring, and updated upholstery

-Test flown and ready to go

-Approved De Havilland data plates

-Includes all logbooks since new

-Original 1953 military maintenance manuals in mint condition

This aircraft hadn’t flown since 1989 until its recent professional revival. It’s now in like-new condition and ready to fly and be

proudly displayed.  Own a classic workhorse. Fly a legend.  This is more than just a Beaver — it’s a rare chance to own the best of its kind.

Features

  • NEW Paint 2025
  • New Interior 2025
  • New cockpit 2025
  • 7 Seats
  • 6000 lb upgross kit
  • Sealand extended baggage compartment
  • Data plates from De Havilland
  • 35" Alaska Bushwheels
  • Cleveland Wheels and Brakes
  • Floats included
  • Wing LED Nav/Strobe Lights
  • Tail LED Nav/Strobe LED Anti-Collision Beacon(Red)

Avionics

  • $127,000 invested in the panel
  • GMA340 Audio Panel
  • TY96A Com Transceiver
  • TFM-138
  • Garmin GTX 345 Transponder ADS-B In/Out
  • In-Panel Aera 660 GPS mount and wiring
  • (2) GI275 Flight Instruments
  • Dual USB Charger Ports on the passenger side
  • EI CGR-30P Engine Monitoring System
  • Aero-Led combined Nav/Pos/Strobe Lights
  • Integrated LED Landing Pulse Lights
  • Garmin GTP 59 OAT Probe
  • Trig TY96A Transceiver
  • Air Gizmo Mount
  • Garmin GAE 12 Encoder
  • Kannad ELT
Reduced Price:
NEW


$925000

  • Year: 1952

  • Manufacturer: De Havilland

  • Model: DHC-2 MK.I

  • Serial Number: 531

  • Total Time: 4490

  • Condition: Used

  • Location: Whitehorse, Yukon

  • Engine: Pratt & Whitney R-985 Wasp Junior Radial Piston

  • Exterior Color: White with Green Trim

  • Interior Color: Grey

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