Category: Golden Age (1919-1939)

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Le Blond Radial-Powered Pietenpol Project Offered For Sale

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A water damaged radial Pietenpol project has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

it was somewhat submerged in 2011. It was washed and engine flushed then. About five years ago engine was serviced and ran. Its complete except propeller (not included). Basically selling engine and throwing in airframe. Airframe needs rebuilt, and all instruments are shot. have all paperwork except early engine logs. The engine logs were started at top overhaul in 1991. 2 hrs airframe and engine since toppped. This is sold AS-IS no warranties. These engines are rarely for sale. Perfect fit for ww1 replica.

The project is located in Sulphur Rock, Arkansas and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“One of a Kind, Corporate Configured” 1945 Douglas DC-3 For Sale

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A “one of a kind, corporate configured” Douglas DC-3 (S/N 34378 / NC33611) is available for sale. The listing states (in part):

One of a kind corporate configured 1945 Douglas DC-3. S/N 34378 is the former transport of the Columbia Broadcasting System, Outboard and Marine Manufacturing and EAA. Low total time with only 17,896 hours. This DC-3 was the last of its model to operate carrying passengers for a Part 121 Air Carrier on the US registry and also has a number of historic aviation figures in its logbook such as Paul Poberezney and Jimmy Leeward to name a few. S/N 34378 was the cover for Flying Magazine in August 1981 and AOPA Magazine in December 2016. This is a rare turn-key opportunity to purchase an exceptionally cared for DC-3 with spare parts and support equipment.

The aircraft is reportedly powered by Pratt & Whitney R1830-94 engines with 152 and 920 SMOH by Anderson Aero Engines in 2013. The machine is located in Virginia with pricing available upon request. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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1934 Waco YKC Project “With Rare Ambulance Option” Offered For Sale

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A 1934 Waco YKC cabin aircraft “with rare ambulance option” has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Jacobs radial – constant speed prop – frame and control services restored – control wheel restored – many more new and rebuild parts including a bump cowl and instrument panel fabricated b Roger James. Disassembled but all parts are there.

The aircraft is located in Kouts, Indiana and is currently available for US $25,000. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Great Shape, Always Hangared” Stearman PT-17 Offered For Sale

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A W670 Continental-powered 1941 Stearman PT-17 Kaydet has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Classic/Antique Single Engine Airplane, SMOH: 530, Redline Brakes, Registration N6348, Always Hangared, Plane is in great shape!

The machine is located in Woodland, California and is currently being offered for US $94,900, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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First Look: Airfix’s Upcoming New Tool 1/48 DH Tiger Moth

Airfix has released a number of new photos showing their upcoming new tool de Havilland D.H.82a Tiger Moth in 1/48 scale.

The kit (A04104) was developed to be “as accurate as possible,” utilizing original research data and engineering drawings as well as information gathered from an airworthy Tiger Moth at Headcorn Aerodrome. It will also incorporate a “clever design feature” for builders looking to acheive maximum detail:

The wing internals have tiny and rather discrete indentations which serve as a guide to the placement of rigging holes, should you decide to go for total authenticity with your build, holes which are not visible if you elect not to rig the model.

The new model will reportedly include to livery options representing K-2585/G-ANKT (formerly T6818), owned and operated by The Shuttleworth Collection and K-4259/G-ANMO, based at Headcorn Aerodrome. The new kit is currently available for pre-order and is expected to be released this spring. Click below to check out additional photos.

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Rare, “Excellent Condition” 1940 Waco VKS-7 Offered For Sale

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An “excellent condition” 1940 Waco VKS-7 is available for sale. The listing states:

NC29372; Serial number 5230. One of only six in the world. Continental W670M engine, 240 HP with only 56 hours since major overhaul. Dual controls, wide landing gear. Fresh annual inspection. 70 gal fuel capacity. ADS-B compliant. New paint. Fabric excellent. Cleveland brakes. Hangared at Gene Snyder Airport (K62), Falmouth, KY.

The machine is currently being offered for US $129,000. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Lukgraph Announces Upcoming 1/32 DH.89 Dragon Rapide Model Kit

Lukgraph Resin Kit has announced the upcoming release of a De Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide in 1/32 scale.

The model will reportedly measure 456 x 332 mm and will be available in two boxings, including “2 British painting (camouflage and silver)” and “US Army and Israeli Air Force.” The kit will also boast resin castings, 3D printed Gipsy Six x 2 engine with exhaust pipes, 3D printed passenger seats (8 + 1 reserve), 3D printed pilot’s cabin interior and photo-etched sheets.

The most important elements (wings, fuselage, gondolas) are ready. A gondola consisting of two halves with a motor will be a big advantage of the model (open – you will have to make it yourself – but this is not a problem for an experienced modeller).

The kit is slated to appear “at the turn of April and May this year.” The company states that the price has not yet been determined, but will be “as friendly as possible.” Click below to check out additional images.

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“Reliable, Fun, Always Hangared” 1939 Fairchild 24 Offered For Sale

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A 1939 Fairchild 24 has hit the market. The listing states:

1939 24R SHORT NOSE 200hp Ranger. Interior all new except headliner, powder coated instrument panel, iFly700 panel mounted GPS, KLX135A GPS/Comm, Collins transponder. PS Engineering 4 place intercom. New Throttle cable, Carb Heat cable. Overhauled Eclipse Y150 starter. Falcon propeller. Overhauled carb, 60 gallons fuel, alternator STC. Hayes wheels and brakes. A&P owned. Great compressions. Fabric/ Wood in great shape. Annual 11/19. Trade for 180hp 210hp Swift, Tuna Tank C310, Cessna 337. Always hangared. Great Logs and paperwork. Comes with boxes of spare parts, the remaining oil in 55 gallon drum, estimating about 35 gallons left. I have owned this airplane for 10 years, and is a reliable, fun antique that will not let you down. Need a faster plane. TTAF-2527, TTE-2110, SMOH-628, STOH-238. Airplane flown regularly so times will change.

The machine is located in Jacksonville, Florida and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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1942 DC-3/C-49K Airframe Project With WW2 Service Offered For Sale

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A 1942 Douglas DC-3 / C-49K airframe project is available for sale.

Aircraft was built as a DC3 before the war, then modified as a C-49K and impressed into service. After the war she served with multiple passenger airlines. In 1956 she was converted into an executive transport role (we have the layout). Her most recent iteration was a cargo role.

According to the listing, the aircraft served as part of Air Transport Command during WW2, being sent to Morrison Field in West Palm Beach Florida for use in the 27th AAF Ferrying Wing. It reportedly flew in the D-Day 50th anniversary flight but was damaged by a tornado in 2008, having sat ever since. Continue reading 1942 DC-3/C-49K Airframe Project With WW2 Service Offered For Sale

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1940 Stearman PT-13D/N2S-5 HB-RBG Offered For Sale

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Boeing Stearman PT-13D/N2S-5 HB-RBG (S/N 75-5346) has hit the market.

This HB-RBG has been delivered by Boeing to the Argentine Marines (type 76D) and served there for 20 years as a combat trainer. After its time as a tow plane, the aircraft first flew in Switzerland in 1989 and became a symbol of the Aviation Museum Altenrhein where the plane is located since 1991.

According to the listing, the airframe has 4430 hrs TT, while the 450 hp Pratt & Whitney R-985-AN-14B engine has 190 hrs TTSO. The machine is reportedly equipped with a smoke system, two new parachutes and an avionics/ connectivity package consisting of VHF 8.33Khz, Mode S XPNDR FLARM and 406Mhz ELT.

The aircraft is located in Switzerland and is currently being offered for €150,000. Click here and here to check out complete listings.

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