Grumman American aircraft financing
The Grumman American AA-1 and AA-5 family (Yankee, Traveler, Cheetah, Tiger) and the GA-7 Cougar twin are known for bonded aluminum construction, sliding canopies and good speed for the horsepower. The Tiger was later built again by other companies.
Financing notes: These are affordable to buy, but bonded structure and a smaller specialist network make a knowledgeable pre-buy important. The Cougar is a twin and follows twin-engine lending guidelines.
Grumman American models compared
Typical mid-market price and estimated payment at 7.75% APR (September 2026), using common lender down-payment and term guidelines.
| Model | Years | Seats | Cruise | Typical price | Down / term | Est. payment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA-1 Yankee | 1969-1971 | 2 | 117 kts | $26,000 | 15% / 15 yrs | $208/mo |
| AA-5 Traveler | 1972-1975 | 4 | 130 kts | $42,000 | 15% / 15 yrs | $336/mo |
| AA-5A Cheetah | 1976-1979 | 4 | 130 kts | $48,000 | 15% / 15 yrs | $384/mo |
| AA-5B Tiger | 1975-1981, 1992-2006 | 4 | 139 kts | $70,000 | 15% / 15 yrs | $560/mo |
| GA-7 Cougar (twin) | 1978-1979 | 4 | 160 kts | $80,000 | 20% / 15 yrs | $602/mo |
Principal and interest only. Prices are typical asking ranges from our database; verify a specific aircraft with Vref or Aircraft Bluebook.
Grumman American ownership costs and buyer guides
- Buyer & Upgrade GuidesGrumman AA-5 Traveler and AA-5A Cheetah Buyer's Guide: The 150-hp Grummans
- Buyer & Upgrade GuidesGrumman Tiger Buyer's Guide: AA-5B vs AG-5B, Inspection Points and Loan Math
- Cost of OwnershipGrumman AA-5A Cheetah Cost of Ownership: A Budget Four-Seater by the Numbers
- Cost of OwnershipGrumman AA-5 Series Cost of Ownership: Traveler vs Cheetah vs Tiger Compared
- Cost of OwnershipGrumman AA-5B Tiger Cost of Ownership: Annual Budget and Performance per Dollar
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Grumman American financing FAQs
How much does a used Grumman American aircraft cost?
Across the 5 Grumman American models we track, typical mid-market prices run from about $26,000 (AA-1 Yankee) to $80,000 (GA-7 Cougar). Condition, engine time and avionics move individual airplanes well above or below those figures.
What is the payment on a Grumman American aircraft loan?
At 7.75% APR with typical down payments and terms, estimated payments for a mid-market Grumman American range from about $208 to $602 per month, depending on the model. See the table on this page for each model.