Category: Modern Era (1945-Present)

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“Rare” Military Piper L-21B Project Offered For Sale

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A “rare, very sought after” example of the Piper L-21B Super Cub (PA-18-135) has hit the market.

Described as a military version of a Piper PA18, this particular machine was reportedly built in 1952 and is equipped with a Lycoming O-290-D2. The listing states (in part):

The plane had been stored from 1981 in a farm shed which was purchased in a land sale. It was then outside for around 6 months before we initially listed the plane. When the plane was first listed, we had a lot of storms which unfortunately caused some damage to the wings (shown in the photos)… This is a 1954 rare military version of a Piper PA18, called L21B. They are very sought after. a good thing is that every single part is available should you need it.

The project is located in Tonbridge, United Kingdom and is currently being offered for £7,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Hawker Hunter Airframe With “Complete Cockpit” Offered For Sale

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A Hawker Hunter airframe has hit the market.

Although details are scarce, the machine reportedly has a complete cockpit but no engine. It is located in Hull, Yorkshire, UK and is currently being offered for £10,000.01. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

A second Hunter airframe we reported on last month is also still available as of this writing.

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Ex-Harrier Rolls Royce Pegasus 105 Engine Offered For Sale

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A Harrier’s Rolls Royce Pegasus 105 engine is currently available for sale. The listing states (in part):

This engine was removed from Harrier GR9 ZD327 after its last ever flight. At the time of removal the engine was fully serviceable, unfortunately at some point thereafter the engine suffered minor damage to the cold nozzle outlet duct area, this was caused by a very careless forklift driver. *The engine has subsequently had the three LP fan stages & stators removed & these are not included with the sale of this engine.* Obviously the engine is now no longer airworthy or ground runnable but it would make an ideal display item for a museum or Harrier enthusiast or for use as a ground instructional training aid. INCLUDES TRANSIT / DISPLAY STAND

The engine is located in Ipswich, United Kingdom and is currently being offered for
£3,995. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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1952 Beechcraft C-45H Offered For Sale: “Extensive Annual Completed, Never a Freighter”

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1952 Beechcraft C-45H S/N 52-10897 (N606PA) has hit the market.

The airframe reportedly has 8,875 hrs TTSN, while the two Pratt & Whitney R985 AN-1 engines have 475 hrs SMOH (58 hrs STOH) and 75 hrs SMOH. The aircraft is fitted with two Hamilton Standard propellers with 0 hrs since A.D. (4/20). The listing states (in part):

This aircraft has just completed an extensive annual which included the following: Wings recently pulled and epoxy primed internally, new leading edges replaced (removed de-ice boots). All new oil / fuel lines / scat tubing etc NOS control surfaces with fresh covering. Landing gear & wheels painted, seals were replaced as well. All new tires & tubes. All new wheel bearings and races. Needs radios/avionics and interior. Never a freighter.

The machine is located in Delaware and is currently being offered for US$119,500. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(via Platinum Fighter Sales)

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Aero L-29 For Sale With No Reserve: “Well Maintained, Flies Really Good”

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A 1973 Aero Vodochody L-29 has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

Airplane is well maintained and flies really good. Needs paint job or strip paint and keep aluminum look.

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

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Offers Being Accepted for “US Registered, FAA Certified” F-86E Sabre

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Offers are now being accepted for a “US registered and FAA certified” Canadair F-86E MK6. The listing states (in part):

A crack in one turbine blade was discovered during 400HR inspection. The turbine wheel can be repaired or the are 3 spare RR Orinda engines that can be purchased with the airplane. We are looking for offers on the airplane. The airplane was operated by Flight Test Systems. It has been stored in Carson City, NV for approximately 10 years.

Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Photo: Public Domain / Robert Sullivan via Flickr)

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Douglas DC-6 Cockpit Trainer Project Offered For Sale

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A Douglas DC-6 cockpit trainer has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Acquired by Bill Duff from the United Air Training Center when Stapleton Airport was still around in Denver. Used to training incoming United pilots on the DC-6 operating system. The Simulator is in okay condition, missing most of its controlling unit set up for the sim. Window glass and aluminum skins are in decnt shaoe, glass has some hazing from age. No indicators, radios, or seats

The trainer is located in Greeley, Colorado and is currently being offered for US $7,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Modelsvit Completes Design of Upcoming P-82 E/F/G Twin Mustang, Releases New Renderings

Modelsvit has announced that the design phase for their upcoming 1/48 P-82 E/F/G Twin Mustang has been completed.

At the moment, additional details still appear to be fairly limited, however, the company did accompany their announcement with a new series of renderings, additional examples of which can be seen below.

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1956 Grumman HU-16C Albatross Heading to Auction Block

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1956 Grumman HU-16C Albatross N43155 (S/N 141276) has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

Log Books ATT: 4195.90 Airworthiness: Aircraft has a restrict airworthiness for aerial surveying, patrolling/other Maintenance Annual Date: 09/2018; Progressive Inspection: Yes, Comments: Twin Radial Engines Cabin Configuration: 16 Place: 4-6 Pilot/Co-Pilot/ 10 Cabin Seating; Engine Mfr: Wight Engine Type: Radial AV Gas Rec TBO: 1400 Since Overhaul: ENG 1: 238.60; ENG 2: 150:00 Est

The machine will reportedly be up for auction with bidding online from 8/26-9/2. It is located in Harlingen, TX with inspections reportedly available by appointment. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(Photo: Bill Larkins / CC BY-SA via Wikimedia Commons)

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1967 Aero L-29 Delfin Offered For Sale, “Complete Logs”

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A 1967 Aero L-29 Delfin (N919WW) has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

TT 3640, Engine M-701, SMOH 272, Complete Logs. Plane is sold as is. Plane hasn’t flown in around 9 years I believe. Last time it was in annual was I believe 2011. Has been hangared the entire time it was owned. Paint is in good shape along with interior. Needs ADSB upgrade, tires, and fuel system gone through.

The aircraft is located in Paris, Texas and is currently available for bidding. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay, which includes a number of additional images.

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