Category: Golden Age (1919-1939)

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Three C-47 / DC-3 Aircraft Offered For Sale

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Three C-47/DC-3 aircraft have hit the market.

The collection reportedly consists of three airframes (C-47-DL S/N 9053 – N47FJ, C-47B-5-DK S/N 14511 – N51938 and DC-3-455 S/N 6325 – N486C) as well as six PW R1830 engines.

According to the descriptions, N47FJ was constructed in 1943 and served with the US Army Air Corps in Algeria as well as with the 9th Air Force in England, where it flew sorties in support of the D-Day landings. It last flew in 1990 and has a TTSN of 22,322.75.

N51938 was built in 1944 and originally delivered to the US Navy, serving as an executive transport. It last flew in 1982 and has a TTSN of 21,259.

N486C was built for American Airlines in 1942, but ended up serving with Air Transport Command during WW2. It was later acquired by Eastern Airlines. It last flew in 1990 and has a TTSN of 48,962.

The aircraft are located in Missouri and carry a list price of $135,000 for all three machines. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Top Image: NASA via Wikimedia Commons)

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Pietenpol Air Camper Project/Parts Machine Offered For Sale

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An example of the extremely popular Pietenpol Air Camper, a homebuilt aircraft originally introduced in 1928, has hit the market as a project/parts machine. The listing states (in part):

Damaged 2015 Pietenpol Air Camper with 92hrs TT; engine, propeller, and the engine mount are not included. Skin removed from the lower portions of the wings and portion of the fuselage for inspection. To my best knowledge the damages are limited to: lower cowling, landing gear legs, landing gear bracket, left wing – minor damage to the 1 rib (during aircraft transport), right wing – 2 ribs, 1 wing strut – slightly bent.

The Pietenpol is currently available for US $2,590, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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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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HpH Models Releases New Interior Images of Upcoming 1/32 C-47 Kit

HpH Models has released new images detailing the interior of their upcoming 1/32 C-47 model kit.

As previously noted, two kits will reportedly be made available, beginning with the C-47 and followed by a DC-3. The company states that it is currently finishing work on the C-47, although additional details, including pricing and full kit contents, remain a mystery at the moment.

The kit will reportedly be available to purchase at the Telford show. Click below to check out additional pics.

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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.

(via Trade-a-Plane Top Image: NASA via Wikimedia Commons)

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Static “Flying Flea” Display Reproduction Offered For Sale

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A static display reproduction of the HM.14 “Flying Flea” has hit the market. The listing states:

This NON-flyable replica airplane that has been used for display purposes only. There is no motor or prop included in this auction. This auction includes the Pouduciel Flying Flea (yellow) plane with the life size mannequin that is seated in the plane. Also included is the display stand (wooded) that the plane is presently sitting on with the documentation/books/brochures shown in the pictures. This item would be great for a collection, restaurant, museum or man cave. Please pick up only, we will help you load.

The reproduction is based in Mayville, New York and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Dora Wings to Release “What If” WW2 Military Version of Gee Bee Racer

Dora Wings has announced the upcoming release of a “what if” version of the iconic Gee Bee racer as the Granville P-45B “Bee Killer.”

Details, including kit contents, scale and release date have not yet been reported, although a number of photos have been published which can be seen below.

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Aeroplane Heaven Releases New Bristol Bulldog For FSX, P3D

Flight Simulation developer Aeroplane Heaven has released their new Bristol Bulldog Mk IIA for FSX, FSX SE and P3D.

As previously reported, the representation of the golden age RAF fighter, which trained many pilots who served in the Battle of Britain, is the result of careful research with “much attention to detail.” It is reportedly being created using the latest tech and techniques to be “the definitive tribute to this iconic and important aeroplane.”

Features are said to include the type’s special pressurized gas-starting system, a wing-mounted, wind-powered generator, cocking levers on the twin Vickers machine guns and opening ammunition boxes. In addition, the brake wires and levers on the wheels are animated and all wires and struts are touted as being correctly modeled and complete with scale turnbuckles.

For the first week of the release, the company is reportedly offering the Bulldog along with the Grumman F3F for no extra cost.

Product Page ($27.95)

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HpH Releases New Images of Upcoming 1/32 DC-3/C-47 Model

HpH Models has released new images of their upcoming new tool DC-3/C-47 models in 1/32 scale.

Two kits will reportedly be made available, beginning with the C-47. However, additional details are still scarce at the moment and pricing, availability and full kit contents remain a mystery.

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Aeroplane Heaven’s New FSX, P3D Bristol Bulldog Nearing Completion

Flight Simulation developer Aeroplane Heaven has released updated screenshots of their upcoming Bristol Bulldog Mk IIA for FSX, FSX SE and P3D.

As previously reported, the representation of the golden age RAF fighter, which trained many pilots who served in the Battle of Britain, is the result of careful research with “much attention to detail.” It is reportedly being created using the latest tech and techniques to be “the definitive tribute to this iconic and important aeroplane.”

Features are said to include the type’s special pressurized gas-starting system, a wing-mounted, wind-powered generator, cocking levers on the twin Vickers machine guns and opening ammunition boxes. In addition, the brake wires and levers on the wheels are animated and all wires and struts are touted as being correctly modeled and complete with scale turnbuckles.

Development is reportedly nearing an end and testing is now underway. A final release date has not yet been reported. Click below to check out a selection of new images.

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