Beechcraft · 2006+
Beechcraft Bonanza G36 (2006-present)
iSpecifications
Cruise
176KTAS
Range
920nm
Seats
6
Useful Load
1120lbs
Full-fuel payload
640lbs
Fuel Burn
15gph
Fuel Cap.
80gal
MPG
13.5mpg
Stall (Vs0)
58KIAS
T/O roll
1140ft
Ldg roll
640ft
Power
300hp
Engine
piston single
Gear
Retractable
IFR
Yes
Category
certified
Pricing
Typical
$700k
Range
$480k – $1.1M
Annual all-in
~$30k/yr
All-in estimate at ~100 flying hours a year — fuel, annual inspection, engine reserve, insurance, and hangar. It scales with your actual hours, and insurance and hangar vary most by region and pilot.
Cost to own — estimate
Set your yearly hours and local fuel price. Fixed costs (insurance, hangar, annual inspection) don't change with hours; fuel and the engine reserve do.
- Fuel (15 gph)
- $9,750
- Engine reserve (toward overhaul)
- $2,824
- Fixed (insurance, hangar, annual, subscriptions)
- $17,426
- Total per year
- $30,000
- Per flight hour
- $300
- Miles flown / year (at cruise)
- 20,254 mi
- Cost per mile
- $1.48/mi
Estimate, not a quote — insurance and hangar (the fixed bucket) vary most by region and pilot. Anchored to our model figure at 100 hrs and $6.50/gal.
Strengths
- Most reliable Continental engine in its class (IO-550-B); field overhaul $45K–$55K
- Current production with strong factory support and ongoing refinement
- True 6-seat club seating plus cargo door; realistic 920 NM range with reserves
- G1000/GFC 700 glass cockpit; NXi models (2014+) add VNAV and modern avionics
Weaknesses
- Useful load reduced ~195 lbs vs. analog A36 due to avionics weight
- GFC 700 autopilot repairs are specialized and costly if issues arise
- Appreciated 12–18% annually 2020–2024; valuation may plateau in 2025–2026
- G1000 database subscriptions and software updates require ongoing management
Overview
The 2006-present Beechcraft Bonanza G36 is the current production A36 with Garmin G1000 glass cockpit and GFC 700 autopilot. Mechanically, the G36 is essentially an A36 (IO-550-B 300 HP, 3,650 lb gross, club seating, 6 seats) with a modern panel and refined production quality. The G1000 NXi upgrade arrived in 2014, adding faster processing, modern graphics, ADS-B integration, and VNAV capability.
Approximately 800+ G36 examples have been delivered through 2026. Production continues at modest volumes (50-80 units per year), making the Bonanza G36 one of the few certified GA airplanes still in active production alongside the Cessna 172S, 182T, T182T, 206H, T206H, and Piper Archer/Seminole.
The G36 occupies the premium 6-seat single-engine market: roughly $700K-$900K equipped used, $900K-$1.1M new. Direct competitors include the Cirrus SR22T (~$1M new) and the Mooney M20 Ultra (~$800K-$900K new). For buyers prioritizing 6-seat club seating and cargo capability over speed, the G36 is the premium choice.
Variants & History
| Feature | A36 (1970-2005) | G36 (2006-present) |
|---|---|---|
| Panel | Analog steam gauges (varies) | Garmin G1000 (2006-2013) / G1000 NXi (2014+) |
| Autopilot | KFC 150 / KFC 200 / various | GFC 700 integrated |
| Engine | IO-520-B/BA → IO-550-B (1984+) | IO-550-B 300 HP |
| Empty weight | ~2,335 lbs (late A36) | ~2,530 lbs (+195 due to avionics) |
| Useful load | ~1,315 lbs | ~1,120 lbs (-195) |
| Production refinement | Mature | Mature, refined |
| Price (used, well-equipped) | $200K-$450K | $540K-$850K |
| Price (new) | N/A (out of production) | $900K-$1,100K |
Performance
176 KTAS cruise, 1,230 FPM climb at 3,650 lb gross, 15.0 GPH. Service ceiling 18,500 ft. Range with reserves at 80 gallons: 920 NM at economy cruise.
Real-world cross-country: 4 adults + 4 hours fuel + bags within W&B routine. The 920 NM range supports nearly all single-leg US transcontinental segments with reserves. Club seating (rear-facing seats 3/4 face forward seats 5/6 in cabin) gives passenger-class travel for families.
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Avionics Ecosystem
The G36 panel evolved through two distinct generations:
| Era | Panel | Years |
|---|---|---|
| G1000 (original) | Garmin G1000 PFD/MFD with GFC 700 | 2006-2013 |
| G1000 NXi | G1000 NXi with faster processing, modern graphics, ADS-B integration | 2014-present |
The G1000 NXi adds significant capability over the original G1000:
- VNAV (vertical navigation)
- Modern graphics and faster processor
- Native ADS-B In/Out
- WAAS GPS approach support refinements
- Surface watch and approach guidance enhancements
- Connectivity (Garmin Pilot, FlyGarmin)
Most G36 buyers prefer the 2014+ NXi panel due to these enhancements. Pre-NXi G36s (2006-2013) typically trade $50,000-$100,000 below equivalent NXi-equipped examples.
Maintenance & Support
The IO-550-B is a 550 cubic inch, six-cylinder, fuel-injected Continental engine producing 300 HP at 2,700 RPM. TBO 1,700 hours. This engine replaced the IO-520-B/BA in 1984 production A36 and has been the standard A36/G36 engine since.
The IO-550-B is widely considered the most reliable Continental 540-series ever produced -- improved cylinder head design, refined oil cooling, and decades of refinement. Field overhaul: $45,000-$55,000. Factory reman: $55,000-$70,000.
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Valuation Factors
| Configuration | Price Range |
|---|---|
| G1000 original (2006-2013) | $540,000-$720,000 |
| G1000 NXi (2014-2020) | $670,000-$850,000 |
| Late G1000 NXi (2021-2024) | $800,000-$990,000 |
| New from factory (2025-2026) | $950,000-$1,150,000 |
The G36 has appreciated significantly since 2020 (12-18% per year through 2024) due to strong demand for current-production singles. Recent slowing of price appreciation in 2025-2026 suggests the market may be reaching equilibrium.
ADs & Common Problems
G36 pre-buy is straightforward compared to vintage Bonanzas -- the airframes are post-2006 and well-supported -- but specific items to verify:
- G1000 version and database currency: Verify G1000 software version, navigation database subscription status, and any pending Garmin service bulletins.
- GFC 700 autopilot operation: Verify all autopilot modes function correctly during pre-buy test flight. GFC 700 repair is specialized.
- Engine cylinder compression and oil consumption: IO-550-B is robust but mid-time aircraft should be verified.
- Service bulletin compliance: Beechcraft issued several service bulletins for late 2000s/early 2010s G36s; verify all are complied with.
- Cargo door operation and seals: Right-side cargo door is unique to A36/G36; seals deteriorate over time.
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