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Citabria, Decathlon & Scout vs Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub)

How the Citabria, Decathlon & Scout and Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) stack up for Canadian buyers: how many are registered here, what they are fetching, and what is for sale today. The figures come from the Transport Canada register and from live MarketPlane listings.

Registered in Canada492890
Model years1946–20211938–2010
CategoryBush / backcountryBush / backcountry
For sale now23
Average asking$55,000$144,333
Asking range$55,000–$55,000$80,000–$208,000
Most based inOntarioOntario

Registered counts: Transport Canada Civil Aircraft Register (aircraft data only). Prices: live MarketPlane asking prices in CAD. Condition drives price far more than model does. Verify the times, the logbooks and the damage history, and arrange an independent pre-purchase inspection.

Citabria, Decathlon & Scout for sale
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Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) for sale
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Common questions

Is a Citabria, Decathlon & Scout or a Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) more common in Canada?

There are more Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) on the Canadian register (890 vs 492), so parts, mechanics and comparable sales are easier to find.

Which is cheaper, a Citabria, Decathlon & Scout or a Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub)?

On MarketPlane right now, the Citabria, Decathlon & Scout has the lower average asking price. The ranges overlap heavily though. Engine time, avionics and damage history matter far more than the badge on the tail.

Where can I buy a Citabria, Decathlon & Scout or Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) in Canada?

Both are listed for sale on MarketPlane.ca with the times, avionics and logbook details buyers check. It's free to list and buyers contact sellers directly.