Cessna 414A Chancellor Restoration

Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 07:23 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

A pilot undertook a six-month, comprehensive refurbishment of his 1978 Cessna 414 to create his dream aircraft, updating it to modern standards.
The project included a complete overhaul of the cockpit, replacing the original panel with a state-of-the-art glass cockpit designed by the pilot, a renovation that cost approximately $120,000.
The interior was fully renovated with premium materials like suede seats and wooden cabinetry, while the exterior received a meticulous stripping, prep, and hand-painted finish.
The goal was to blend modern technology and aesthetics with the aircraft's classic heritage, resulting in a plane that rivals recent-vintage business jets in appearance and capability.

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See a pilot’s process to create the Cessna 414 of his dreams.

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