Aircraft for Sale: 1948 Beechcraft A35 Bonanza N795B
Beautiful A model Bonanza 35 with new style paint scheme and 4,700 hours TTAF. Always hangered and great maintenance history.
Garmin GPS coupled to a Bendix True Trac digital Auto Pilot, Bendix/King Transponder, ADS-B out, and Collins NAV/COMM stack to name a few. mid time engine with 754 hours SMOH and 242 hours STOH.
More pictures, videos, and digital log books available by request.
Located at L31, Madisonville, LA
Brokered by Alan Faulk, Zane Co. Aero, Hicks Airfield T67 office
Details
- Maximum Seats4
Registration Number
N795B
Serial Number
D-1807
Manufacturer year
1948
Airframe
Total Time:4781
Engine 1 Time:754 SMOH
Engine 2 Time:242 STOH
Prop 1 Time:36 SPOH
Useful Load:1252 lb
1- Aircraft TT: 4781 Current Tach: 2169.81
2- Annual Inspection Next Due: : April 2026
3- ELT Battery Due: April 2027
4- Certified IFR/VFR Next Due: April 2027
5- Heated Pitot Tube
6- All Applicable / Recurring Airworthiness Directives are current
7- Airframe Log Book 1948-1958 missing
In Annual, performed 4/2025
Engine Details (e.g. Total Engine Time; Suggested TBO; Hours Remaining)
Continental E-225-8 S/N 40078-D 225HP, TBO (2,000HRS)
TTE- 3,027 hrs
SMOH- 754 hrs in 8/1984 Lou Stallings Aircraft of Tulsa, OK
STOH- 242 hrs in 4/2010 Performance Aircraft Powerplants
Compressions #1. 77/80 #2. 74/80 #3. 78/80 #4. 79/80 #5. 76/80 #6. 78/80
Propulsion
Hartzell Constant Speed 2-Blade Prop
Model- HC-A2X20-4A1, S/N- AK83
SMOH- 36 hrs in 7/2019
In Annual, performed 4/2025
Performance Specs
Max Take-Off Weight (P): ~2,550 lbs
Engine: Continental E-185 (165 hp)
Cruise Speed: ~150 kts
Range: ~700 nm
Take-Off Run: ~900 ft
Take-Off Run (50 ft): ~1,600 ft
Landing Roll: ~700 ft
Avionics
Garmin Aera 510 GPS coupled to True Trac AP
Bendix/King KT76A transponder ADSB OUT by Tail Beacon
Collins 251-150 NAV/COMM #1
Collins 251-150 NAV/COMM #2
Collins 350-150 audio panel
Flightcom 403MC intercom
Radair CDI
Bendix True Trac Autopilot with manual trim
Electronics International engine monitor
Electronics International fuel totalizer
Additional Features:
Wingtip/Landing/Tail Beacon Lights
Pitch Trim
Rudder Trim
Single Push-to-Talk Switch
Dual Toe Brakes
4-Place Intercom System
Interior/Exterior; Additional Equipment
Interior: Rated: 7/10
Plush gray leather seats with cloth center and red piping. The headliner and side panels, carpet are gray and in good condition. Seats and carpet in 2010 by Aviation Research Systems.
Exterior: Rated: 7/10
Painted in Matterhorn White, with Black and Las Vegas Gold accent stripes. Shines great and has fantastic ramp appeal. Recent paint correction and ceramic coating. The paint is very slick. There are some paint chips and flaking in areas that can be touched up. The flaking areas were treated during paint correction. Paint in 2009.
Additional Equipment:
Long Range Tip Tanks installed in 2010
One piece windshield
Electric Flaps
Electric Landing Gear
Window Vents
Maintenance Details
April 2025 Annual Inspection
Aircraft Model Overview (Reference only)
The 1948 Beechcraft A35 Bonanza is an early variant of the iconic Beechcraft Bonanza line, one of the most enduring and respected aircraft families in general aviation history. Introduced shortly after World War II, the Bonanza was designed to bring advanced engineering, speed, and comfort to the civilian aviation market. The A35, produced in the late 1940s, represents one of the formative steps in the Bonanza’s evolution, building upon the original Model 35 design that would go on to become the longest-running production aircraft line in history.
A defining characteristic of the A35 Bonanza is its distinctive V-tail configuration, which reduced drag and weight while giving the aircraft its instantly recognizable profile. Power is provided by a Continental E-185 engine producing approximately 165 horsepower, delivering strong performance for its era and positioning the Bonanza as a high-performance personal aircraft compared to contemporaries. The aircraft’s all-metal, low-wing design further set it apart, offering improved aerodynamic efficiency and handling.
The cabin of the A35 was designed with comfort and innovation in mind, typically seating four occupants. For its time, the Bonanza offered a relatively spacious and well-appointed interior, along with excellent forward visibility from the low-wing layout. The aircraft’s handling was responsive and precise, appealing to pilots seeking a more capable and engaging flying experience than that offered by basic trainers or utility aircraft of the period.
Within the general aviation community, the early Bonanza models quickly earned a reputation for speed, quality, and advanced design. The A35 helped establish Beechcraft’s reputation for producing premium aircraft and laid the groundwork for decades of continuous Bonanza development. Although early Bonanzas require knowledgeable ownership and maintenance, they remain admired for their craftsmanship and performance.
The 1948 Beechcraft A35 Bonanza remains a significant aircraft in general aviation history. Its combination of innovative design, solid performance, and enduring legacy has made it a classic among vintage aircraft enthusiasts. As an early chapter in the Bonanza story, the A35 continues to symbolize post-war optimism and the rapid advancement of personal aviation.
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