Category: Modern Era (1945-Present)

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For Sale: “The Most Complete P-2V Neptune Cockpit Out There”

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A Lockheed P2V Neptune cockpit section, described as the “most complete” example out there, is currently available for sale. The listing states (in part):

I have collected now most of the instruments for the pilot’s and copilot’s side of the instrument panel. I have even got the super-rare plotting board that was located dead center in the instrument panel of the Neptune. Not only have I got the plotting board, but I have the NOS replacement glass for the board so that once it is installed in the panel it will look AMAZING!… This is the most complete P-2V Neptune cockpit out there and it is in very good condition. The instruments are even correct for the type and style used by the US Navy…. This cockpit is covered in spraylat (A protective coating designed to protect things like plexiglass windows). The spraylat makes the cockpit look just a bit dumpy, but once it is removed it makes the glass and fiberglass underneath it really look good! My P-2V Neptune cockpit comes with a very large compliment of the original instruments, scopes, switches, seats, pedals, and more…

The dimensions are listed as 7’4″W, 9’4″H and 28’L The section is located in Toquerville, Utah and is currently available for US $24,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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F-5 /F-20 Cockpit Section For Sale: “Original, Rare, With Many Extra Parts”

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An “original, rare” prototype F-5 / F-20 cockpit section has hit the market which reportedly boasts “many extra parts to facilitate in the restoration.” The listing states (in part):

Vintage Used 21 Ft. X 5 Ft. section of an Original F-5 prototype transition to F-20 Fuselage/Cockpit with a working canopy and many extra parts included. Comes with a 4 dolly wheel cradle under it. Can be rolled around. It comes with the parachute backpack, (no parachute), and also lots of instruments and panels.

The section is located in Ellijay, Georgia and is currently being offered for US $14,950, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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First Look: Test Build / Sprues For Airfix’s New Tool Avro Vulcan B.2 Kit

Airfix has released an update on their upcoming, new tool 1/72 Avro Vulcan B.2 kit (A12011) which includes sprue images and detailed test build photos.

As previously reported, the company initially announced the kit’s development at the Scale Modelworld 2019 event in Telford. The kit’s spures have been “rigorously inspected” by the development but are still subject to change before production. Likewise, the model seen in the new test build images is still subject to change as well, as the process allows the team to “examine both the accuracy of molding detail and effectiveness of models construction from the parts.”

The Vulcan kit is currently slated for release sometime this autumn. Click below to check out a selection of the newly released images.

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For Sale: Hawker Hunter Airframe “Dismantled, Ready For Transportation”

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A Hawker Hunter airframe has been spotted for sale.

Details are limited, although the machine is described as disassembled and ready for transportation. It is located in Wickford, UK and is currently being offered for £15,000, although bids are also being accepted.

Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay, which includes a number of additional photos.

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“Good Flying Condition” 1946 Ercoupe Offered For Sale

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A 1946 Ercoupe in “good flying condition” has hit the market.

According to the listing, the machine was last flown a month and a half ago but is in need of an annual. The airframe has 1763.4 and the engine 30 hrs since overhaul. All books and logs are reportedly included.

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

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“One of a Kind Conversion, Reno Racer” BAC Mk.3 Jet Provost Offered For Sale

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A BAC MK3 modified Jet Provost has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

XN553 Forsale MK3 converted to a 4, One of kind conversion Jet Provost, Cleveland Brakes, pre-oil sysytem, 2750 lbs thrust, empty weight 4100 lbs, King Air seats, G5s, alot extras to much to list. Reno Racer very fast modified

The machine is located in Forked River, New Jersey and is available for $85,000 B/O, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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“Beautifully Restored” 1952 Beechcraft Expeditor 3MN Offered For Sale

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A “beautifully restored” 1952 Beechcraft Expeditor 3MN (S/N CA-104 / N7185) has hit the market.

Originally built as a 3NM Navigation Trainer for the Royal Canadian Air Force, this beautiful Beech-18 was returned to SNB-5 configuration during a 2000-01 restoration. Sold by the RCAF in the late 70’s, it subsequently went through a number of owners but has never been a freighter.

The airframe reportedly has 6970 hrs TTSN (628.9 Hrs since restoration by General Aviation Services), while the two Pratt & Whitney R985 AN-1 engines have 628.9 hrs SMOH by Covington (11/04/98). The aircraft reportedly includes an avionics package, Shadin Digiflo-L fuel flow, co-pilot instruments, 286 gallons of fuel (giving an approximate seven hours endurance with a maximum take-off weight of 9300 lbs), authentic 1950’s USMC paint scheme and a comfortable six-place leather executive interior featuring a couch, writing table, headphone jacks and power outlets.

The machine was featured in the May/June 2016 issue of Warbirds Digest as well as the 2011 Ghosts calendar (Nov.) and was even the subject of a die-cast model. It is located in Texas and is currently being offered for US$199,500. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(via Platinum Fighter Sales)

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1946 Piper J-3 Cub With “New Fuel System, Tires, Bungees” Offered For Sale

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A 1946 Piper J-3 Cub is available for sale. The listing states (in part):

N2511Z SN16124 TTAF4800, C85-8 SMOH 80, prop 80 SOH, metal spars, new fuel system, sealed struts, new tires, new gear bungees, 12 gal aux tank, auto fuel STC, grove brakes, annual July 2020.

The aircraft is located in Easley, South Carolina and is currently being offered for US $31,500. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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For Sale: “Always Hangared” DHC-2 Mk1 Beaver (Originally Military L20/U6A) With Current Annual

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A 1956 DeHavilland DHC-2 Mk1 Beaver (originally constructed as military model L20/U6A) has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

EDO 77-4050 amphib floats (big wheels, heavy duty hydraulics) customized by Kenmore (STC SA3680NM). Only 6000 TTAF, 1060 SMOH, 40 SPOH (2017 O/H). Garmin 430, King KX155 COM, audible landing gear alert system and much more (see STC list). Tip tanks (115 Imp Gals total capacity). Never operated commercially. 5730lbs GW increase STC. Always hangared. Excellent maintenance since imported to Canada from USA in 2006. Extensive & comprehensive documentation and all ADs complied with. Basic empty weight 3833 lbs. Gross Weight 5370 lbs. Exterior 9.5/10, Interior 9/10.

The machine (SN869) includes a lengthy STC list and has a Canadian certificate of airworthiness, all ADs complied with and a current annual. It is located in Orleans, Canada and is currently available for C$550,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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Restored Beechcraft Super G18 Offered For Sale

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1962 Beechcraft Super G18 S/N BA616 (N50WA) has hit the market.

The airframe reportedly has 4750 TTSN (300 hrs since restoration), while the two Pratt & Whitney R-985 SB Wasp Jr. engines each have 300 hrs SMOH. Additional features include an avionics package, restored interior with 7 pax configuration (all executive chairs) as well as a 3 pax bench to provide an 8 pax configuration.

The aircraft is located in Utah and is currently being offered for US$379,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.