1951 Cessna L19 305A Bird DOGSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Bonners Ferry, ID, USA

This 1951 Cessna L19 305A Bird Dog (N87971) presents as a well-maintained example of the iconic military observation aircraft, currently showing 4,457 total hours on airframe. The Continental O-470 powerplant has 534 hours since major overhaul, with the seller noting an optional 0-time replacement engine available for separate purchase. The aircraft passed its most recent annual inspection in October 2024 and features modern ADS-B compliance for contemporary airspace requirements.

With 483 hours since its last major overhaul, this two-seat Bird Dog comes equipped with basic avionics including a Tarus radio package. The aircraft is based...