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1957 Cessna L19 305C Bird DogSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Denver, CO, USA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored 1957 Cessna L19 305C Bird Dog, registered as N919BD. With a total time on the airframe of approximately 4,600 hours, this fully restored example presents a highly original military configuration, complete with wing-mounted rocket pods, that is becoming increasingly difficult to find. The airframe, described as a fully restored and excellent overall condition, is complemented by clean, organized logs from day one, including historical records with some early entries in French. Powered by a Continental O-470 series engine, the aircraft shows approximately 530 hours since major...

Year
1957
Make
Cessna
Series
L-19 / O-1 Bird Dog
Model
L19 305C BIRD Dog
Tail #
N919BD
Serial #
24-551

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Specifications

Category
Single-Engine Piston
Intended Use
Classic / Antique, Military / Warbird, Backcountry, Utility, Recreational
Flight Rules
IFR
Seats
2

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Total Time
4,600 hrs
Engine 1 Time
530 hrs (SMOH)
Prop 1 Time
530 hrs (SMOH)
Logbook Status
Clean, organized logs from day one. Historical records included (some early logs in French - all available for review)

Avionics

GPS

Aircraft retains a largely original, period-correct avionics configuration consistent with the Bird Dog's military heritage, offering a classic cockpit presentation.

Comms

Aircraft retains a largely original, period-correct avionics configuration consistent with the Bird Dog's military heritage, offering a classic cockpit presentation.

Additional Equipment

Rocket Pods

Original military configuration, including rocket pods

Interior & Exterior

Interior Notes
Interior presents in excellent condition and remains largely true to the aircraft's original military configuration. Clean, well-kept, and functional with proper restoration attention. Cockpit layout is simple, purposeful, and consistent with the Bird Dog's heritage. Glass, controls, and interior surfaces all show very well.
Exterior Notes
Exterior finished in high-quality paint with strong overall presentation. Aircraft shows extremely well and reflects the level of care taken during restoration. Original military-style details, including wing-mounted rocket pods, add to its authenticity and ramp presence. A standout example with excellent curb appeal

Engine & Propeller

Engine Type
Piston
Engine Count
1
Engine Make
Continental
Engine Model
O-470

Asking Price

$132,500

Aircraft Location

Denver, CO, USA

Listing Details

Used
For Sale

Price History

Jul 28, 2026: $132,500 - trade-a-plane

Apr 25, 2026: Call for Price - trade-a-plane

Jul 2, 2025: $145,000 - trade-a-plane

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First Seen: Jul 2, 2025

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