1978 American Champion Decathlon 8KCABSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Morris, IL, USA

This 1978 Bellanca Decathlon 8KCAB, listed at $79,000, presents an interesting opportunity for a hands-on buyer. Based in Morris, IL (C09), the aircraft is currently being flown actively and shows a low total time of just 650 hours on the airframe. It is powered by a 150 hp AE IO320 engine driving a constant-speed propeller.

The seller, John Musgrave, notes that the aircraft "needs some tender, loving care," indicating it requires attention to bring it up to a higher standard. While no damage history is explicitly mentioned in the listing, the condition report is limited, and the price reflects the need for cosmetic or mechanical work. This...