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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 — registered fleet, prices and what's for sale right now. Figures come from the Transport Canada register and live MarketPlane listings.

Registered in Canada492893
Model years1946–20211938–2010
CategoryBush / backcountryBush / backcountry
For sale now00
Average asking
Asking range
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 — always verify times, logbooks and damage history, and arrange an independent pre-purchase inspection.

Citabria, Decathlon & Scout for sale
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None listed right now — set an alert on the Citabria, Decathlon & Scout page.

Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) for sale
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None listed right now — set an alert on the Piper Cub (J-3, PA-11, PA-18 Super Cub) page.

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 (893 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)?

Prices overlap heavily and depend on engine time, avionics and condition more than the model. Compare live listings for both to see the current spread.

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.