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Kermit Weeks’ A-26 Project Marks Major Milestone With Engine Run [Video]

Fantasy of Flight owner Kermit Weeks has shared a new update on his A-26 restoration, including footage of the machine coming to life, a “major milestone” in its progress.

As previously reported, the aircraft (S/N 41-39401) reportedly saw wartime service with the 9th Air Force and served with the Van Nuys Air National Guard before beginning civilian use as N3457G / “Whistler’s Mother.” Later acquired by Weeks, the A-26 was damaged during Hurricane Andrew in 1992 and trucked to Chino in 1997, where it is now being restored by Carl Scholl and Tony Ritzman of Aero Trader.

Kermit notes that they “are starting to make serious progress towards completion.” Stating “the airplane was already very original, but it’s being restored to an even higher degree of authenticity. When completed, there will never be an A-26B to compete with this one.”

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“Genuine U.S. Navy” T-2C Buckeye Flight Trainer Cockpit Offered For Sale

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A “Genuine U.S. Navy” T-2C Buckeye flight trainer cockpit has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

This does not currently function as a flight sim and is for static display. It could possibly be converted to a working sim. The cockpit/instrument lights illuminate, canopy opens and closes wit air pressure from a separate air compressor and the ejection seat adjust up/down. This is an actual training device that was used to train Navy and Marine Corps pilots. A piece of Naval Aviation history. Has been restored but keep in mind this unit is over 40 years old and has some age, wear and handling issues that affect appearance.

The trainer is located in Gonzalez, Florida and is currently available for US$6,899, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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1937 Lockheed 12A Electra Jr., Oshkosh Grand Champion, For Sale With Reduced Price

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1937 Lockheed 12A “Electra Jr.” S/N 1222 (CF-LKD), 2012’s Oshkosh Grand Champion (Antique) “considered by many to be the finest Lockheed 10/12 restoration in the world” is for sale with a newly reduced price.

The airframe reportedly has 17,088 TTSN and 167 hours since complete restoration (2012). The two Pratt & Whitney R-985 SB Wasp Jr. engines have 167 and 774 hrs SMOH. The machine includes an avionics package as well as an extensive spares package which includes a spare set of good propeller blades, 1942 Clark B heavy tug, large wings stands and various specialized tools.

The aircraft is now available for US$995,000. Click here to check out the complete listing.

(via Platinum Fighter Sales)

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“Basically Completed” Pietenpol GN-1 Air Camper Project Offered For Sale

A Pietenpol GN-1 Air Camper project is currently available for sale. The listing states (in part):

Pietenpol Aircamper Project. Open cockpit, 2 place, single parasol full length wing, or add on secondary wings to make it a biplane. GN-1 version, original issue signed John Grega plans, Grega updated and strengthened original 1933 plans in 1993. Rare Aerial Biplane version (and signed plans), Chad Willie conversion. Fuselage, wings (single and bi-plane), aircraft completed, aircraft made initial taxi tests (as bi-plane), then owner/builder died, airplane sat, then disassembled and relocated. Aircraft was never inspected or registered with FAA. Initial hours not flown off. Partially reassembled. Fuselage recovered with poly-fiber. Have original paperwork and signed plans issued to builder.

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For Sale: Restored Bell 47 D-1, Screen Used Star of M*A*S*H* TV Series

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1951 Bell 47 D-1 S/N 263 (N5167V), star of the famous TV show M.A.S.H., has hit the market.

The machine was originally constructed by Bell in July 1951 and went on to see use as a U.S. Navy trainer. In 1958 it became surplus and was acquired by Adrian Grieve in 1972, who rebuilt it to Bell specifications and received a Standard Airworthiness Certificate in 1973. ​

S/N 263 was used in various action movies. Its most notable role was starring in the hit television show M.A.S.H. In the opening scene where two helicopters are flying formation, 263 is closest to the camera, In the second scene, 263 is the second helicopter on approach to the landing pads. During the ten years that M.A.S.H. was filmed, 263 was utilized many times both as set dressing and in flying scenes. 263 was utilized in the final departure scene of the final episode, one of the most watched TV episodes of all time.

Folloing the conclusion of the series, 263 was sold and used for crop dusting and cattle counting. It was then sold to the current owner who restored it back to its original M.A.S.H. TV show configuration. The machine is locate in Reno, Nevada and offers are currently being accepted. Click here to check out the complete listing.

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First Look: Dora Wings’ New Tool P-43 Lancer Completed Test Build

Dora Wings has shared test build photos of their upcoming, new tool P-43 Lancer model kit in 1/48 scale.

To date, details about the upcoming kit (DW48029) are scarce, but it appears that it will include US, Chinese and RAAF markings. It will reportedly be available sometime after July 10.

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“Always Hangared, Great Shape” Stearman PT-17 Offered For Sale

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A W670 Continental-powered 1941 Boeing Stearman PT-17 Kaydet has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

SMOH: 530; Redline Brakes; Registration N6348; Always Hangared; Plane is in great shape!

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

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Roden to Release Second New Stearman Kaydet Model Kit

Following the recent release of their Stearman PT-17 Kaydet model kit in 1/32 scale in May, Roden has announced the upcoming release of a second kit representing the Stearman PT-13/N2S-2/N2S-5 Kaydet.

As of this writing, details on the new 1/32 offering (633) are limited, although the company notes that it will “soon appear.”

(Roden via AeroScale)

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“Low Times, Annualed and Flying” 1957 Twin Beech E18S Offered For Sale

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A 1957 Twin Beech E18S described as “low times, annualed and flying” has hit the market. The listing states (in part):

First Class bird. Pics are currant – taken 6\2020. No excuses, currant and flying. 1957 Twin Beech E18S, N21011, Total time (EST times) 9400, P&W985’s 350/600, props 20, Garmin 530, Garmin 496, Kx155, King Kt76A, PS PMA7000B, Traffic-watch, Fuel computer, Holds 400g, Logs/manuals/catalogs included. In annual – flying regularly, Tall cabin – lots of room. 8 seats. Search tail number on video site for a walk around and it taking off.

The machine is located in Fort Valley, Georgia and is currently being offered for US $199,500, although offers are also being accepted. The listing also states “might trade for trawler / yacht.” Click here to check out the complete listing on eBay.

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