N58160 - 1974 SCHWEIZER 269C


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    Aircraft Summary


    General

    Year
    1974
    Manufacturer
    SCHWEIZER
    Model
    269C
    Serial Number
    740324
    Registration #
    N58160
    Condition
    Used
    FlightRules
    VFR
    Description
    For sale is a 1974 Hughes 269C (Schweizer 300C), registration N58160. This helicopter has been well maintained, always hangared, and features complete and continuous logbooks. It is a solid, turnkey aircraft ideal for flight training, time-building, or private use. The 269C is widely respected as a reliable and forgiving piston helicopter, offering excellent visibility, low operating costs, and straightforward maintenance. The airframe has a current total time of 8,412.3 hours (as of June 1, 2025). The Lycoming HIO-360-D1A engine shows Approximately 375 hours remain on the current cycle. The helicopter comes with a complete lifetime component and AD tracking list (updated June 2025), providing a clear picture of component status. Highlights include: main rotor mast with 87% life remaining, main rotor hub with 92% life remaining, tail rotor driveshaft with 89% life remaining, and main rotor blades with approximately 68% life remaining. Several components, including dampers and lubrication items, are at 91-100% life remaining. This level of documentation ensures peace of mind and transparency for the next operator. Avionics include a Garmin GTR 205 comm radio, Garmin GDL 82 ADS-B Out solution, and an intercom system. The interior features brand new leather seating and refurbished plastics, presenting clean and updated for both training and private flying. The 269C remains one of the most practical piston helicopters in service, known for its simplicity and low cost of ownership compared to Robinson trainers. With excellent visibility and predictable handling, it is an ideal aircraft for flight schools, private owners, and time-building pilots. This helicopter is being offered with full logs, records, and the updated lifetime component/AD tracking list. It is turnkey, ready to fly, and available immediately.

    Airframe

    Total Time
    8412.3
    Airframe Notes
    1974 Hughes 269C (Schweizer 300C), N58160. Airframe total time 8,412.3 hrs (as of 6/1/25). Always hangared, complete and continuous logbooks. No known damage history. Maintained to a high standard by A&P/IA with lifetime component/AD tracking. Detailed spreadsheet of component status available, updated June 2025.

    Engine

    Engine Manufacturer
    LYCOMING
    Engine Model
    HIO-360-D1A
    Engine Time
    1125
    Engine Time Since
    SMOH
    Engine Notes
    Lycoming HIO-360-D1A, S/N RL-24858-51A. 1125 since Lycoming factory rebuild (3/14/2005). Approx. 375 hrs remaining on current cycle. Excellent documentation with clear time-tracking. Engine runs strong and has been consistently maintained.

    Avionics

    Avionics/Radios
    Garmin GTR 205 Comm Radio (new install) Garmin GDL 82 ADS-B Out solution Intercom system No unnecessary extras - kept light and practical for training and personal use.

    Exterior

    Exterior Notes
    Exterior in good condition, white base with accent striping. Always hangared.

    Interior

    Interior Notes
    Interior recently updated with brand new leather seating and refurbished plastics. Clean, bright, and comfortable for both training and private flying.

    Inspection Status

    Inspection Status
    Classic Hughes 269C with exceptional documentation. Lifetime component/AD list updated June 2025 shows major components with significant remaining life: MR mast 87%, MR hub 92%, TR driveshaft 89%, MR blades ~69%, TR gearbox input 83%, dampers 91%+. Several components reset or replaced with 100% life remaining. Full spreadsheet included in sale. This helicopter is turnkey, well-suited for flight schools, private owners, or time-builders. Proven reliability, forgiving flight characteristics, and lower operating costs compared to Robinson trainers make the 269C a standout in the piston helicopter market. Offered with complete logs, records, and component tracking. Available immediately.


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