listing placed 26 January 2026 United Kingdom

1/6th share for sale Grumman AA5 Kirknewton

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AA5 Traveler £7250 ono

G-BDFY is a 1975 Grumman AA5 operated by "The Grumman Group" based at Kirknewton near Edinburgh. A one-sixth share is available, giving a rare chance for a pilot to enjoy the delights of private ownership in one of the smartest aircraft and best run groups in Central Scotland.

FY is a well looked-after aeroplane, always hangared at Kirknewton and never used for training, hence its low airframe hours – 5000 in 50 years. The engine has 600 hours since being zero-timed.

The aircraft
The Traveler is acknowledged to be a delight to fly with light and responsive controls and excellent visibility. G-BDFY is a very capable tourer and has been on many trips to Europe.

The aircraft cruises at around 105kts and burns around 31 litres per hour
Lycoming O-320 engine 600 hours since zero-timed
Airframe hours 5,000
MTOW 2,200 lbs and empty weight 1,459 lbs
Propeller: 30 hours since overhaul

Avionics
Garmin GMA 340 audio with 4 place intercom and split intercom facility
Garmin GNC 255 NAV/COM 1 with radio 8.33 FM immune, VOR and ILS
BendixKing KX155 NAV/COM 2
Garmin GTX330 Mode S transponder
King ADF
King DME
Garmin GPS296
Single axis Century autopilot with VOR track capability

Interior
Sheepskin front seat covers

Fees & Administration

Share available at £7250 ono
£160 per calendar month by standing order
£110 per tacho hour wet

Pilots must have 100 hours minimum total time for insurance purposes. Instructor in the group can provide famil training and revalidations etc

Online calendar booking system in place for self-booking. Very good availability.

For further information, please contact Malcolm on 07710447378

Contact Details 07710447378