1971 Grumman AA-1A Yankee
150hp Engine STC!
Upgraded to 150HP! IFR-Equipped, Modern Avionics.
Only 2,250 TTAF / 878 SMOH. Currently flying.
If you've been searching for a Yankee that's been done right, this is it. N71YY is a beautifully maintained 1971 AA-1A that combines the AA-1's famously sporty, nimble handling with a serious performance and avionics upgrade — making it one of the most capable, fun-to-fly Yankees on the market today.
Performance Upgrade
Forget the stock 108hp AA-1A. This airplane has been upgraded with an STC'd 150HP Lycoming O-320, transforming it into a genuinely quick, confident performer.
Expect climb rates over 1,000 fpm and a gross weight bumped to 1,560 lbs — giving you real useful load and margin that the factory Yankee never had.
Fuel burn is a lean and efficient ~8 GPH at 2,450 RPM, so you get the extra power without giving up the AA-1's reputation for economical flying.
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Engine: Lycoming O-320, 150HP (STC)
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878 SMOH
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2,250 hours total airframe time
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New Sky-Tec starter
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Clean, well-cared-for engine compartment
Panel & Avionics — IFR Ready
This isn't a tired old panel — it's been thoughtfully modernized for real IFR utility and situational awareness:
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Garmin GNS 430W with new screen
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Garmin GTX 330 Mode S Transponder w/ ADS-B Out
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Garmin GI-106A CDI
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PS Engineering PAR200B audio panel with remote comm & Bluetooth
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Electronics International FP-5L Fuel Computer
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Electronics International R-1 RPM Tachometer (certified primary)
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LED landing light with steady & flashing modes
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LED beacon light
Everything you need for serious IFR cross-country work or instrument training, in a package that's still light, nimble, and fun to hand-fly.
Why Fly a Yankee?
The AA-1A is built around a bonded, riveted aluminum structure and that signature bubble canopy that gives you visibility unlike almost anything else in general aviation — climb, descend, and turn, and you can see the world around you.
Controls are sporty, responsive, and precise, making every flight feel like more than just point-A-to-point-B.
With the added horsepower, this Yankee is no longer just fun — it's genuinely capable, whether you're building time, working on your instrument rating, or just looking for an economical airplane that doesn't feel like a rental.
Interior & Extras
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Clean interior throughout
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Digital logbooks available for review
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Canopy cover and tow bar included
Why This Airplane
At just $52,500, this AA-1A offers an exceptional opportunity to get into a sporty, economical airplane without taking on the cost of the major upgrades typically associated with bringing an older Yankee up to modern standards.
This particular AA-1A stands out from the used-Yankee crowd with its 150 HP conversion, modern IFR-capable panel, and documented, well-maintained history. Many Yankees on the market still have their original powerplants and dated avionics — this one has already had the expensive upgrades done for you.
For $52,500, you’re getting a capable, efficient airplane that’s ready to fly and offers tremendous value for the money.
Perfect for flight training, instrument time building, economical cross-country flying, or a pilot who wants a sporty, honest-handling airplane that rewards good stick-and-rudder skills.
ONLY $52,500 USD
Call Michael Arnold at 904-580-0508
for serious sales inquiries.
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