Category: Modern Era (1945-Present)

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2024 CC Carbon Cub FX2 Project For Sale: “Factory Built, Loaded”

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A 2024 CC Carbon Cub FX2 project has been spotted for sale. According to the listing, the aircraft has 236 TT with a 363i 186 HP upgrade. It is a factory-built, FX-2 model loaded with options (Garmin G3X Touch, GTX-345 ADS-B, GMC 307 autopilot with two servos, GTR200 radio, 29″ ABW tundra tires, extended-range tanks, extended baggage, rear access door, leather seats, stainless brake lines, and more). It originally weighed 1,865 lb gross (downsized to ~1,500 lb with Baumann floats; 1,320 lb under older light-sport regs).

The aircraft was damaged in a crosswind landing: main gear folded, left wing and left elevator support, right wing outboard, and related structure were impacted; two-blade Catto prop and some cowlings, cooling, skylight, overhead tube, right door, and several gear fittings show damage, but the 363 FFI engine and most avionics remain intact. It’s repairable and, when repaired, could be valued around or above $350k before further cockpit upgrades; the seller notes that the aircraft is being offered at roughly 15% of repaired value, without the high-end Garmin radios and display installed, leaving flexibility for the buyer to source equipment. The aircraft is stored in Okeechobee, FL, with full logs, FAA bill of sale, and airworthiness certificate included, and it’s sold as a project/rebuild with independent repair cost estimates dependent on parts availability and shop labor.

The aircraft is located in and is currently available for US $44,950, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

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Lycoming-Powered LongEZ Project For Sale

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A LongEZ project has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This is a Long EZ Project, built in the late 80’s to early 90’s.The plane is at KJVW in central Mississippi. It has a reported 900 hours on it, with no logbook entries to back that up, but judging from the wear items (nose gear mount bushing wear for instance) I believe that should be close to the hours given me by the previous owner. It’s been deregistered, with no builder logs, etc. The engine is a Lycoming O235L2C. The engine logbook shows around 1450 hours, with the last reported maintenance entry in 1996. The workmanship done by the builder seems to be well done except for the instrument panel wiring, for instance. With a decent DAR you should be able to get an airworthiness certificate, but you’ll have to do some work probably. The serial number is 001-2000, assigned by the previous owner I believe. In the paperwork I found an N number of N8KD, which is no longer valid, due to the plane having been deregistered.

The aircraft is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

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New Book Takes You Inside The Top Secret USAF MiG Squadron

Coming soon from Osprey and author Rob Zettel is American MiG Pilot: Inside the Top Secret USAF “Red Eagles” MiG Squadron, which puts readers inside the head of one of America’s most experienced MiG pilots as he tells the thrilling tale of the top-secret US operation that wouldn’t feel out of place in Top Gun.

After finding themselves outflown over Vietnam, the American military launched top-secret Operation Constant Peg, using illicitly obtained Russian Fighters pitted against star US fighter pilots in simulated combat exercises. With controls labelled in Russian and the only spare parts being the ones they could salvage, the pilots who climbed into the MiGs – the Red Eagles – accepted all of the risks associated with operating these aircraft.

This book describes what it was like to be there day in and day out at one of the most access-restricted airfields in the entire USAF, flying MiGs alongside some of the very best fighter pilots hand-picked from the ranks of the USAF, US Navy and US Marine Corps. Rob “Z-Man” Zettel tells the Red Eagles story for the first time through the experiences of a pilot who flew these aircraft to their maximum performance in simulated combat engagements, often several times a day, against frontline fighter pilots of the three US sister services.

Vivid accounts of training engagements put the reader right in the cockpit, while historical photographs help paint the picture of an operation that took the US Air Force from its disappointing performance in the Vietnam War to unprecedented success in Operation Desert Storm.

The 368 page hardcover book is currently available for pre-order with release slated for February 12.

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ResKit Developing All-New, 3D Printed A-7 Corsair II Model Kit

ResKit has announced the development of an all-new A‑7 Corsair II model kit in 1/48 scale.

The kit will be the company’s first full 3D printed offering, being engineered from the ground up to deliver sharp detail and accuracy. It will include a highly detailed cockpit, fully rendered wheel bays and landing gear, busy avionics and gun bays, and fine external surface engraving, all produced using high‑resolution 3D printing for crisp edges and scale‑thin parts. Separate control surfaces, open panels and rich internal structure are being designed to let builders pose their Corsair II in dynamic display and maintenance configurations straight from the box.

As of this writing it appears a final release date has not yet been announced. Click below to check out additional renderings.

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1977 Cessna 172N For Sale: “Well Maintained, Pleasure to Fly”

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A 1977 Cessna 172N Skyhawk has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

N75926 is a well-maintained Cessna 172N training aircraft with a total time of 10,250 hours. The Lycoming O-320 H2AD engine was overhauled by Signature Engines in November 2022 and has 1,575 hours since major overhaul. This aircraft features modern avionics, including a G5 Attitude Indicator, G5 Horizontal Situation Indicator, Garmin 430W GPS, and a Garmin 335 Transponder with ADSB out. The interior has been updated in 2023, with seats covered in faux leather, making it a favorite among students, CFIs, and renter pilots. It is a pleasure to fly and is ready for its next adventure. The annual inspection was completed on October 1, 2025.

The aircraft is located in Lynn Haven, FL and offers are currently being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos.

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The F-14 and its Final Mission Detailed in Lavishly Illustrated New Book

Coming soon from Osprey and author Tony Holmes is The Last Catfight: The F-14 Tomcat’s final combat cruise, a lavishly illustrated celebration of the much loved workhorse of the US Navy – the F-14 Tomcat – and a unique insight into its crucial final operational tour over the skies of Iraq.

The Last Catfight charts the combat experiences of the US Tomcat crews that took the jet into action during Operation Iraqi Freedom, flying hundreds of missions all over strife-torn Iraq to try to ensure the safety of Coalition troops on the ground. The F-14 units played a key part in protecting the polling stations during two vital government elections held in 2005, and were also in the vanguard of Operation Steel Curtain, when the US Marine Corps went head-to-head with al-Qaeda near the Syria/Iraq border.

Combat accounts from the men and women flying these missions bring the F-14’s exploits to life as Grumman’s last fighter is put through its paces in the world’s most demanding combat environment. Whether conducting convoy patrols, looking for IEDs, chasing insurgents through the streets of Baghdad, destroying bomb-making factories or strafing and bombing enemy strongholds, the Tomcat was never found wanting thanks to the professionalism of the crews and the new technologies debuted by the iconic naval fighter on its very last cruise.

Aviation author and editor Tony Holmes has interviewed the commanding officers, pilots and radar intercept officers, and their first-hand accounts are featured alongside a stunning array of colour photos.

The 320 page, hardcover book is currently available for pre-order with release slated for February 12.

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1962 Beech 23 Musketeer Project For Sale: “Full Logs and Service Records”

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A 1962 Beech 23 Musketeer project has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This classic 1962 BEECH 23 MUSKETEER N2301Z has been stored in a community hangar in Lorain County Regional Airport in Elyria, Ohio. Four-seat light cabin aircraft with fixed tricycle landing gear, Single-engine, low-wing design, Two-blade fixed pitch propeller, pilot manual and specs included. Lycoming 0-320 series reciprocating engine. Last oil change with engine start in May 2020. Last formal inspection 1991. Radio and instrument panel need updated. Full Log books and service records available.

The aircraft is located in and is currently available for although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

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1979 Bellanca 17-30A Super Viking For Sale: “Well Maintained, Recent Annual”

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A 1979 Bellanca 17-30A Super Viking has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This is a well-maintained piston single aircraft offering strong performance and modern avionics. It shows approximately 3,265.8 total airframe hours and 1,636 hours since major engine overhaul. A recent annual inspection was completed in June 2025 with no hours since. Avionics include Garmin G5, GTN650, GNC255, GMA345, and Appareo Stratus ESG ADS-B. The aircraft cruises at approximately 172 knots and includes wing and canopy covers and a premium Lightspeed headset.

The aircraft is located in Round Rock, TX and offers are currently being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos.

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2010 Czech Sport SportCruiser For Sale: “Excellent Condition, Current Annual”

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A 2010 Czech Sport SportCruiser (Piper Sport) has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This is a clean, well-maintained light sport aircraft with 1,276 total airframe hours and a proven Rotax 912ULS 100 HP engine. The aircraft has no damage history, has always been hangared, and was never used for flight training. Avionics include Dynon D100 and D120 PFD/MFD, Dynon AP74 two-axis autopilot, Garmin SL30 NAV/COM, GTX 335 ADS-B Out transponder, Garmin GDL50 ADS-B In, Garmin Aera 796 GPS, and a PM3000 audio panel. The aircraft is equipped with a Sensenich three-blade propeller and has recently received updates including replacement fuel sensors and fuel pressure sensor, with new fuel lines currently being installed. Recertified as an ELSA with an increased useful load, this SportCruiser presents in excellent condition inside and out with complete logbooks available. Annual inspection is current through September 30, 2026.

The aircraft is located in Duncan, OK and offers are currently being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

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2023 Starduster Too For Sale: “Ready For Operation”

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A 2023 Starduster Too has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This 2023 Starduster Too is a well-built experimental aircraft designed for sport flying and recreational aviation. With approximately 600 hours, this aircraft has been properly maintained and is ready for continued operation. It includes a Levil “BOM” system that provides a pseudo glass cockpit through iPad Bluetooth integration with ADS-B Out capability, offering modern navigation and situational awareness features. This added technology enhances flight safety and convenience for pilots seeking a blend of classic design and modern avionics. A unique and capable aircraft for aviation enthusiasts and sport pilots.

The aircraft is located in Lutz, FL and offers are currently being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

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