889
Registered in Canada
Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) in Canada
There are 889 in Canada, built between 1938 and 2010. 3 are for sale here right now.
3
For sale now
$144,333
Average ask
1938–2010
Model years
Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) prices in Canada
Most ask between $75,000 and $145,000. That's from 10 ads we've seen across Canada since August 2026, which ranged from $35,000 to $270,000. 3 listed on MarketPlane now, from $80,000 to $208,000.
Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) for sale in Canada
Prices vary a lot with engine time, avionics and equipment. Check the times and logbooks, and get an independent pre-purchase inspection before you buy.
What to check before buying
- Fabric condition and its age/records (a recover is a major expense), the steel tube frame for corrosion (especially the lower longerons and around the tailpost), wood or metal spar condition depending on model, and complete logbooks.
- On float and bush aircraft, check for corrosion and hard-use damage carefully.
- An independent pre-purchase inspection is essential.
Read the full guide to buying a Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) in Canada →
The Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) fleet in Canada
There are 889 in Canada, in 49 variants. The Piper J3C-65 is the most common, with 181. That makes it the 17th most common type in the country. Half were built before 1947. Most are in Ontario (286), Alberta (133) and British Columbia (128). 858 are registered privately and 31 commercially.
Where Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) are registered
Ontario286
Alberta133
British Columbia128
Quebec112
Manitoba76
Yukon46
Source: Transport Canada Civil Aircraft Register. We don't show owner information.
Every one on the register
Pick a model to see every one in Canada, with its year and home base.
Piper J3C-65 (181) · PA-18-150 (177) · PA-12 (166) · PA-11 (69) · PA-18A-150 (53) · PA-18 (36) · PA-12X (26) · PA-18-135 (20) · J3C-65X (13) · PA-18A (13) · J3C-65S (10)
38 more variants have fewer than ten each on the register.
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Common questions
How many Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) are registered in Canada?
There are 889 on the Transport Canada register, built between 1938 and 2010. Most are in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia.
How much does a Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) cost in Canada?
On MarketPlane right now they're listed from $80,000 to $208,000, about $144,333 on average. Engine time, avionics, damage history and equipment make the biggest difference.
Where can I buy a Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) in Canada?
On MarketPlane.ca. Each listing shows the times, avionics and logbook status, and you deal with the seller directly. Listing is free.
What should I check before buying a Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub)?
Our Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) buying guide covers the variants, what to inspect, and what it costs to own one in Canada.