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1943 Boeing Stearman A75N1 (PT-17) Offered For Sale

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A 1943 Boeing Stearman A75N1 (PT-17) has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

4500 TT, Continental W 670 220hp, 150 Since over haul with roller bearings. 2004 Aircraft was completely restored from the ground up. Avionics: Garmin SL40, Garmin GTX-327, Jasco Alternator 12 volt system. Aircraft was taxing and flipped over in dirt. The top wing need repairs (see pictures,blue tap is damage) NO damage to bottom wings or fuselage. Rudder and vertical have been done with all new covering. Included will be a new MT wood prop direct from MT ($6,000)

The aircraft is located in La Mesa, California and is currently available for US $68,000.00, although offers are reportedly being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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50% Scale W.A.R. F4U Corsair Offered For Sale [Video]

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A 50% scale 1991 W.A.R. F4U Corsair has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

1991 WAR F4U Corsair, was flying aircraft but engine removed for another project, 300hrs TT, Painted 2006, Always hangared, New logs in 2015, current registration/op limitations/airworthiness included, Electric Retractable gear w/ backup hand crank, New fuel tank & sending unit, New baffling, New tires, PTT on stick, wired for handheld (not included) with coax to external antenna

Click below to check out additional information and a video of the aircraft in flight.

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Pancho Barnes’ Record-Breaking Travel Air Mystery Ship N613K Offered For Sale

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Travel Air Mystery Ship S/N RC-2002 (N613K), described as “a unique, one-of-a-kind, record breaking airplane” has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

On the 5th August 1930, the aeroplane was flown by Pancho Barnes to capture the Women’s Air Speed record at the Los Angeles Metropolitan Airport, breaking the record previously held by Amelia Earhart, raising it to 196.19 mph, Barnes broke the record by nearly 14 mph, making four passes over a measured one-mile course at a level of 150-160 feet. This aircraft has also been flown by many of aviation’s greatest including Howard Hughes and Paul Mantz.

The airframe reportedly has 0 hrs since “world class restoration” by JME Aviation Ltd. The 425 hp Wright R760(J-6-7) engine and Hamilton Standard 5406AL propeller are also said to have 0 hrs SMOH/SPOH.

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(Photo: San Diego Air and Space Museum Archives via Wikimedia Commons)

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“Early Spitfire/Hurricane Aircraft Camera” Offered For Sale

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An item described as an “early Spitfire/Hurricane aircraft camera” with “no major faults normal wear & tear” has been spotted on eBay. The listing states (in part):

This 12v camera preceeds the 24v and was fitted to the Spitfire & Hurricane in the second world war. Model G45; Ref.no lens 14a/1398; Body 14a/1389; Serial.no lens 4694; Body 4680; Maker Williamson Mfc co ltd, London & Reading. The lens is in good condition and not cracked, it comes complete with the original case as shown.

The camera is located in Ormesby St Margaret, UK and is being offered for £350, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Rare 1947 Fiat G-46-3B Offered For Sale

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A rare 1947 Fiat G-46-3B (S/N 44-MM-52-801 / I-GIGE) has hit the market.

The example of the Italian military trainer is reportedly powered by a 225 hp Alfa Romeo 115ter and includes a Becker Comm, “good condition” stock military interior and Regia Aeronáutica markings. Spares are said to include a new engine, new fuel pump and six sets of tires.

The machine is currently being offered for €225,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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“Original”, “Restored”, “Movie Star” Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero Offered For Sale

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A 1942 Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero (S/N 3858 / N553TT) has hit the market. The listing states:

Legendary WWII fighter aircraft – Original, salvaged airframe recovered from New Guinea – Detailed logbook listing all work and certifications – Original Nakajima Sakae engine available – Movie Star with combat history – Located in CA, USA

The machine reportedly underwent a “historic and authentic restoration using original engineering drawings (set of original Zero blueprints)” and returned to the air in 2000. It is marked as AI-112 and finished in the colors it wore for the film Pearl Harbor, where it flew some 55 hours for filming. The machine is reportedly fitted with a Pratt & Whitney R-1830 engine modified in order to fit without unduly changing the cowling lines of the Zero – however, as stated above, an original Nakajima Sakae engine is reportedly available.

Pricing is available upon request. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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Stearman A75 N1 N75160 Offered For Sale

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Boeing Stearman A75 N1 N75160 (S/N 75-2224) has hit the market.

The listing states that the machine has a total time of 2862.0 with a “fresh annual inspection.” Engine time is listed as 762 and prop time as 71.

The machine is located in Uvalde, TX and is currently available for US $78,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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“Factory Built” Spitfire MK 26B Offered For Sale

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A Spitfire MK 26B has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

2008 Factory Built Spitfire MK 26B. Many mods done to this beautiful 90% Spitfire. LS2 Aluminum V8 with 400+ hp. Authentic spade grip with one button for the radios and second button for firing propane & O2 Hispano Cannons. Paint scheme is of Bobby Gibbs, squadron leader out of Darwin, Australia New radiators, 2 new Val 2000 radios, Garmin GTX 327 Transponder., EKP V Avmap GPS. Custom chute and Campbell Aero Helmet. Handles just like a Mk 9, I know, I have flown both. Fully Aerobatic.

The aircraft is located in Port Orange, FL and is currently available for $340,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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Hispano Saeta In “Perfect Flight Order” Hits the Market

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A 1970 Hispano Saeta has hit the market.

The listing states that the machine is privately owned and “in perfect state of operation and in flight order” with “all the documentation in rule to fly.”

The Saeta was a two-seat advanced jet trainer designed by Willy Messerschmitt and constructed by Hispano Aviación. The type performed its maiden flight in 1955 and went on to serve with the air forces of Spain and Egypt. It was also developed into the HA-220 “Super Saeta” which was equipped with attack capabilities.

This particular aircraft is located in Valencia, Spain and is currently available for US $200,000, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Ready to Go” Douglas DC-3 Offered For Sale

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A mysterious passenger Douglas DC-3 has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Available to select customers, this is an outstanding DC-3 aircraft located in Europe. The aircraft has great times, excellent history, recent wing pull and is ready to go. Current owner available to fly the aircraft for the for Daks over Normandy.

The aircraft’s registration and serial have not been published, although it is said that its history includes military service. It is currently registered in Europe but “can easily be placed back on the US register.” Additional details are available upon request. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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