A 1946 Globe Ultra Swift has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):
220 hp Franklin, canopy, sticks, many mods, gorgeous, cheap!!… Serial number 1115; 2 wing fuel tanks of 13 gallons each installed in addition to the factory 26 gallons, for 52 gallons onboard!!; Jack Nagel sliding canopy; dual control stick conversion!; gross weight increase to 1970 lbs; 1 piece bubble windshield; 150 seats; P51 style gear doors; Scott 3200 tailwheel; wing slot closure; Cleveland wheels and brakes; Whelen strobes; Prestolite hydraulic pump; blade pitot tube; electric pitch trim; shoulder harnesses; battery relocation; Cessna airscoops for cabin ventilation; left hand throttle assembly, works in tandem with central throttle!; airframe logbooks from 1977 (lost before)to 2023; last annual still current until 3/1/2024; total airframe time 2052 snew; engine logs from 1975 to 2023; 29 since major overhaul in late 2016… the airplane had a very complete refurbishment in 2007, then a host of upgrades and the engine overhaul by the new owner in 2016.
The aircraft was reportedly groundlooped and has some damage which is detailed in the listing, along with many additional photos. The aircraft is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota and is currently available for US $25,995, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the listing on eBay.
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