Category: Golden Age (1919-1939)

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1957 De Havilland DH82A Tiger Moth (Jackaroo) For Sale: “Restored, Always Hangared”

A 1957 de Havilland DH82A Tiger Moth (Jackaroo) has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

For sale, Thruxton Jackaroo, registration G-AOEX, which is the ‘Series 1’ prototype from a modified DH82A Tiger Moth. The Jackaroo was developed at Thruxton aerodrome in Hampshire to create a four-seat cabin biplane, using war surplus Tiger Moth air frames. Two prototypes were built at Thruxton in 1956; G-AOEX was finished as a standard four-seater with cabin and known as a Series 1. It was test flown by Lt-Cdr Pat Shea-Simonds on March 2, 1957. Following the flight of the first prototype in March 1957, a total of nineteen aircraft were converted, three for use as crop sprayers”. G-AOEX is 1 of only 5 that are airworthy today. Restoration was complete December 22, will come with a new ‘Permit to Fly’ issued by the LAA and very low flying hours since restoration complete. Formally owned and operated by the Wiltshire School of Flying, still in WSF red and silver colours. Aircraft has always been hangered during ownership (since 1985)

The aircraft is located in Basingstoke, United Kingdom and is currently being offered for £58,000 Click here to check out the listing on eBay.

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Aero Graphics Velie Monocoupe 113 Build Log: 24.5″ Span [Video]

The latest video build log from DX Modelworks focuses on Aero Graphics’ 24.5″ span Velie Monocoupe 113.

The kit is based on plans designed by David Deadman and is a beautiful representation of this 1928 design. This particular build sees the model built for three-channel RC with an array of modifications, including custom 3D printed components. The video concisely details the project, and like the channel’s previous videos, its photo documentation and tips will likely be helpful to both new and experienced modelers alike.

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Reid P-12E For Sale: “One of a Kind”

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An experimental / homebuilt 1976 Reid P-12E has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Specifications – Year: 1976; Manufacturer: REID; Model: P-12E; Registration #N3412E; Serial Number: AWR-01; Total Time: 96 Owners Description – “One of a Kind WWI [sic] Army Single engine land – BiPlane. Wing 22′-6” Wing Area 138 sq. ft. Length 15′-3 1/2.” Empty Weight 1327 Lbs. Gross Weight 1706 Lbs. Limiting Speed 195 mph.” Engine: Engine Notes: Engine: Make & Model Warner M-165A Serial No. 3170-A H.P.165. Props – Prop Notes: Propeller: Make & Model Aeromatic 220/078 Serial No.3170-A Dia/Pitch 78″/ads.

The aircraft is located in Oshkosh, Wisconsin and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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2011 Legend Cub For Sale: “Excellent Condition, No Damage History”

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A 2011 Legend Cub has been spotted for sale. The listing states:

2011 Legend Cub 700 hrs TT Contintal 0-200D2B 700 tt Bowman 1500A Amfib floats Excellent condition No damage history

The aircraft is located in Milo, Maine and is currently being offered for US $142,500. Click here to check out the listing on eBay, which includes a number of additional photos.

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1920 Sperry Messenger Project For Sale

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A 1920 Sperry Messenger project has been spotted for sale. The listing states:

1920 Sperry Messenger biplane project, all steel tube tube fuselage and tail assembly, misc. raw materials, airfoil strut material, spruce spar blanks,wings framed but not completed., instrument panel mock-up with period instruments, motor cycle type wheels and brakes, complete set of Lloyd Gates drawings.

The project is located in Wainscott, New York and is currently available for US $5,500, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the listing on eBay.

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Beech Model 18 / C-45H Airframe For Sale: “Most Gauges, Equipment Inside”

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A Beech Model 18 / C-45H Expeditor airframe has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

I need to move this plane in two weeks !! you will need tires and a trailer. The Plane can be trailer mounted on an angle of 45 Degrees to haul. Moving assistance may be available. I am not sure of the year. twin engine Pratt and Wittney. I am looking for the engines and I have a number for the person who may have the wing tips. This plane has most gauges and most of the radios and equipment inside.

The aircraft is located in Walnut Grove, MO and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the listing on eBay.

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2010 Carbon Cub For Sale: “Beautiful, Always Hangared”

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A 2010 Cubcrafters Carbon Cub EX (450 TT) has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

BEAUTIFUL 450 Hour Carboncub 180 HP; Always Hangered; Certified 1865 Lbs / 930 Useable Long-Range Fuel AOA; Dynon EMS; ADS-B Out; Few Bells And Whistles, Just Terrific Fun At A Good Price. Airframe Notes: Long-Range Fuel Tanks (43 gal) and Aluminum Fuel lines New Bungees __ hrs Dual controls, toe brakes, flaps, electric trim Alaska 3200 tailwheel 8.00 X 6 Tundra Tires Landing Light, LED NAV and strobes. Engine Notes: 180 HP ECi O-340 TITAN Engine 450 TT Dual LightSpeed Electronic Ignition w/ Battery Backup Cowl Flaps Damage history – Prop strike five years ago. I jumped on the brakes at the hold short, after noticing another airplane on the same runway. Shock Load Inspection and Repair performed by : JB Aircraft Engine Service ( jbaircraftengines.com) 203 Challenger Dr. Sebring, FL. 33870 Shop Order 17-3938 8/8/2017 Documentation is available and the engine is running great.

The aircraft is located in Largo, Florida and is currently being offered for US $185,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the listing on eBay.

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DH Gypsy Queen Engine For Sale: “Complete Other Than Starter Motor”

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A de Havilland Gypsy queen aero engine has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

De Havilland Gypsy queen aero engine as removed from the aircraft. Flight time expired but lots of life left for fitting into a vintage car chassis. Complete other than the starter motor. Air cooled approximately 11LTR,400HP, 6 cylinder, dry sump which with some modification would enable the engine to run with the pistons at the top. There are lots of 4 cylinder Gypsy engines that have been inverted running in VSCC cars.

The engine is located in Cwmbran, United Kingdom and is currently being offered for £5,500, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the listing on eBay.

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Build Log & Tips: SIG’s 1/16 Scale Monocoupe 90 [Video]

The latest from our sister channel DX Modelworks is up and it focuses on SIG’s beautiful 1/16 scale Monocoupe kit.

This particular build is a conversion from rubber power to RC, and like the channel’s previous videos, its photo documentation and tips will likely be helpful to both new and experienced modelers alike.

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Clearprop Releases New Tool DH.9a / Polikarpov R-1 Advanced Model Kits

Clearprop Models has released their new tool Airco DH.9a (CP72027 / early version) and Polikarpov R-1 (CP72026) model kits in 1/72 scale.

The kits are designed for advanced modelers and feature six sprues (one clear), photoetched parts, a colored / detailed assembly guide and decals with marking options for five DH.9a machines and four examples of the Polikarpov R-1 (a redesigned version of the DH.9A which performed its maiden flight in 1923).

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