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 1982 Partenavia S.P.A. P.68C fixed-wing, multi-engine aircraft, registration N490NR. The aircraft is equipped with two Lycoming IO-360 series reciprocating engines rated at 200 horsepower. Total recorded airframe time is 12,257.7 hours.

This well-cared-for aircraft represents a rare opportunity to acquire a meticulously maintained machine with a documented and transparent service history. The most recent annual inspection was completed in July 2025, and the aircraft is currently out of annual.

Maintenance has been exclusively performed by a FAA-certified Part 145 repair station, ensuring all manufacturer-recommended and FAA-required inspections and service intervals have been completed and properly documented through the most recent annual. Digital logbooks are available for the airframe, engine, and propeller(s), providing full traceability of the aircraft's history.

The aircraft has been hangared its entire life, protecting it from the elements, and is washed and detailed on a regular basis. To maintain systems readiness and engine health, the aircraft is started and run up monthly — the most recent run-up was completed on August 18, 2026. Note: a new battery will be needed.

This aircraft served a meaningful mission, primarily conducting wildlife surveys and natural resource support operations throughout the state of Ohio. A use profile consistent with low-stress, purposeful flying.

Inspection dates: September 15, 17, 24, 7am-3pm. By appointment only! 

Aircraft and Powerplant Information

FIELD

Year

1982

Manufacturer

Partenavia S.p.A.

Model

P.68C

Aircraft type

Fixed-wing, multi-engine airplane

Registration number

N490NR

Total airframe time

12,257.7 hours

Engines

Two Lycoming IO-360 series A&C reciprocating engines

Rated horsepower

200

Flight rules equipment

VFR and IFR, with inspections due

Recorded Engine and Propeller Times

COMPONENT

TIME SINCE OVERHAUL

TIME SINCE NEW

Engine No. 1

735.4 hours

7,627.40 hours

Propeller No. 1

143 hours

11,423.3 hours

Engine No. 2

735.4 hours

5,586.90 hours

Propeller No. 2

143 hours

11,927.3 hours

The above times are presented as supplied by the seller and should be independently verified by bidders against the available aircraft and maintenance records.

Avionics and Equipment

The aircraft received a reported $120,000 avionics and equipment upgrade in 2015, including:

Garmin G500

Garmin GMA 35

Garmin GDL 69 SXM weather system

Garmin GTN 750

Garmin GTX 33 ES transponder

Garmin GTS 800 traffic-avoidance system

Garmin GDL 88 ADS-B system, in and out

Mid-Continent MD302 standby instrument system

Mid-Continent TA102 USB power ports

J.P. Instruments EDM-960 engine data management system

Autopilot

Bidders should inspect the aircraft before bidding.

Interior and Exterior

The seller rates both the interior and exterior at 8 out of 10. The interior was updated in 2018, and the aircraft was painted in 2018. These ratings are subjective, and bidders should rely on their own inspection when evaluating cosmetic condition.

Maintenance and Records

The most recent annual inspection was completed in July 2025. The aircraft is currently out of annual inspection.

According to the supplied information, maintenance was performed by an FAA-certified Part 145 repair station through the most recent annual inspection. Digital logbooks are available for the airframe, engines, and propellers.

The aircraft is reportedly started and run up monthly. The most recent stated run-up was completed on August 18, 2026. A new battery will be required.

The Motorola two-way radio and the portable nav unit mounted on left yoke will be removed prior to sale. Also, the loose items on interior floor are not included in the sale and will be removed prior to sale.