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1979 Mooney M20K 231 Project For Sale: “Extras Installed, Cheap”

A 1979 Mooney M20K 231 has been spotted for sale. According to the listing, the aircraft has 2,762 total hours and 406 since major overhaul on its upgraded Continental TSIO-360-LB turbocharged engine (200 HP, 1,800-hour TBO). It features the desirable Monroy long-range fuel system (102 gallons total capacity), enabling up to 1,000 NM nonstop flights. Recently involved in a minor gear-up landing, the aircraft sustained light belly skin wear and a curled 3-blade McCauley prop. The plane has complete logs, and the annual just expired in March 2026. It wears a “Bravo” paint scheme with gray leather interior showing normal wear. Some avionics, including Garmin units, were removed, but several instruments (digital tach, EDM 700, WX-1000 Stormscope, KI-209, etc.) remain.

The aircraft is located in Punta Gorda, Florida and is currently available for US $37,950, although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes many additional photos and details.

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1959 Cessna 182B Airframe Project For Sale, Includes Logbooks

A 1959 Cessna 182B airframe project has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

1959 Cessna 182B fuselage, wings, wing struts, cowlings, control surfaces, horizontal stabilizer, and vertical stabilizer. The project will be sold AS IS, with logbooks. The project is located at T31 Aero Country in McKinney, TX. Shipping is not available, but it will fit on the back of your 30-foot trailer (at least, it did for me).

The aircraft is currently available for US $30,000, although the listing states that the seller is “very open” to offers. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

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Eduard Releases New “Weekend Edition” P-40N Model Kit

Another new release from Eduard for April is a Weekend Edition P-40N Warhawk model kit in 1/48 scale.

The Curtiss P‑40N was the final major production variant of the P‑40 fighter‑bomber, optimized for lighter weight, higher speed, and improved durability. Derivative of the earlier P‑36 and first flown in 1938, the all‑metal P‑40N typically carried six 0.50‑inch machine guns and could also carry light bombs, serving as both an air‑superiority fighter and ground‑attack aircraft. Though often outclassed by newer Axis fighters at higher altitudes, the P‑40N proved rugged and reliable in low‑ to medium‑altitude operations across multiple theaters, including North Africa, the Pacific, China, and the Soviet Union, and over 5,000 N‑models were built, making it the fastest and most numerous late‑Warhawk sub‑type.

The new release (84210) includes Eduard plastic parts and decals with marking options for four aircraft: P-40N-5, Lt. David R. Winternitz, 8th FS, 49th FG; P-40N-5, Lt. Col. Julian E. Thomas, CO of 45th FS, 15th FG; P-40N-20, Lt. Charles G. Whitley, 89th FS, 80th FG and P-40N-20, Lt. J. A. Thomas, 110th TRS, 71st TRG.

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1973 Piper Arrow II For Sale: “New Paint and Interior, Super Low Time Engine”

A 1973 Piper Arrow II has been spotted for sale. The listing states:

1973 Piper Arrow II For Sale. This aircraft has a super low time Engine, 62 SMOH. It’s equipped with a Garmin 530W, Dual Garmin G5’s, and a Garmin GTX 345 Transponder with ADS-B In and Out. New Paint and interior in 2024.

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

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New Illustrated History Focuses on the Folland Gnat, Red Arrow and Cold War Fighter

Coming soon from Pen & Sword and author Ray Deacon is Folland Gnat: Red Arrow and Cold War Fighter, an illustrated and factual record of the challenges faced by William Petter, chief designer at Folland Aircraft, in gaining recognition for his cheap, lightweight fighter concept.

Petter saw the Gnat as a viable alternative to other front-line interceptors, such as the Hunter and Swift, under development in the early 1950s. He called his fighter the Gnat, although ‘pocket rocket’ became a popular alternative. Unperturbed at having failed to attract interest from the RAF or Air Ministry, Petter decided to proceed with a privately-funded prototype powered by an Armstrong-Siddeley Viper engine to prove his design’s viability. Named Midge, the aircraft made its maiden flight at Boscombe Down in August 1954 and performed well. In July of the following year, the prototype Gnat made its maiden flight powered by a more powerful Bristol Orpheus engine. The Ministry of Supply finally began to offer support, placing an order for six development Gnats for trials work, but no production orders were forthcoming. Conversely, the Indian Government was very impressed, placing orders for a batch of Gnat fighters, followed by licenced-manufacture of several hundred examples in India. The Gnat went on to serve the country well in two wars with neighbouring Pakistan. Recalled in detail are the shooting-down of a number of Pakistani F-86 Sabres by the Gnat leading to the legendary sobriquet, ‘Sabre Slayer’. At the other end of the spectrum, Finland decided to expand its air force with the purchase of a squadron of Gnat fighters. Anticipating a requirement for a Vampire T.11 replacement, Petter wasted no time in preparing designs for a tandem-seat trainer based on the Gnat fighter, his efforts being rewarded with orders for a production variant for the RAF. There are also detailed accounts of the aircraft’s impressive period displaying with the famous Yellowjacks and Red Arrows aerobatic teams.

The 240 page, hardcover book is currently available for pre-order with release set for May 30.

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Eduard Releases Limited Edition “Mighty Eight” P-51D Kit With 13 Liveries

Eduard has released a new, limited edition “MIGHTY EIGHT: 65th Fighter Wing” P-51D Mustang kit in 1/48 scale.

The new release (11196) includes Eduard plastic parts, pre-painted PE parts, painting masks, resin parts (wheels, two types of exhausts) and Eduard decals with marking options for a whopping 13 aircraft from the 4th FG, 355th FG, 361st FG and 479th FG.

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1945 Piper J-3C Cub For Sale: “Annual to September 2026”

A 1945 Piper J-3C Cub has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

J3C Cub Hangared Muskoka YQA; Engine A65 235 SMOH 5/30/84; McCauley 1B90 7443 TSN 4300; Fuselage Recovered Polyfiber 1988; Wings Recovered Polyfiber 1998; Sealed Struts, Grove Disc Brakes 406 ELT, Shoulder Harness, GARMIN GPS, ICOM Radio; 2 Headsets; Maintenance Records From 1965 By AME Owner. Annual to September 2026.

The aircraft is located in Ontario, Canada and is currently available for C $45,000, although offers are also being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes a number of additional photos.

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MikroMir Releases New Junkers Ju-388 L-1 Model Kit

MikroMir has released a new Junkers Ju-388 L-1 model kit in 1/72 scale.

The Ju‑388 L‑1 was a late‑WW2 German high‑altitude reconnaissance variant of the Ju‑388 “Störtebeker.” Optimized for long‑range photo‑reconnaissance at high altitudes, the L‑1 featured a pressurized cockpit, a streamlined glazed nose for cameras, and powerful Jumo 213 engines that gave it speeds around 600–650 km/h (380–400 mph) and a service ceiling well above 12,000 m (40,000 ft). Like the rest of the Ju‑388 series, it entered service only in small numbers during the final phases of the war and saw limited combat, but one captured Ju‑388 L‑1 was later acquired by the United States and is now preserved in the National Air and Space Museum.

The kit includes masks, photoetching and decals. Click below to check out sprue images and the product link.

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1954 Beech Bonanza For Sale: “Well-Maintained, Upgrades, Complete Logs”

A 1954 Beechcraft Bonanza E-35 has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

1954 Beechcraft Bonanza E-35, a well-maintained classic aircraft with desirable upgrades and complete logs. This Bonanza has been converted with a Hartzell hydraulic propeller and features a number of modern improvements, including an upgraded alternator and starter. The aircraft is also equipped with a Garmin G5 HSI and directional guidance system, eliminating the vacuum pump for added confidence during instrument approaches… The aircraft is powered by a Continental E-225-8 engine with approximately 625 hours since major overhaul. Total airframe time is 4,428 hours… This aircraft is also equipped with STC’d HID LED (high-intensity discharge) landing lights on both sides… The aircraft currently has an annual inspection valid through August 2026.

The aircraft is located in Tucson, Arizona and is currently available for US $95,000 although bids are also being accepted. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

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1967 UH1H Huey Airframe For Sale: “Vietnam Vet, Comes With Trailer”

A 1967 UH1H Huey helicopter airframe has been spotted for sale. The listing states (in part):

239-776-9544; 1967 Huey helicopter UH1H; She’s a Vietnam vet served from 68’-70’; 67-19487 with the 61st and 134th AHC. She looks good and is Ready for parades, display or perfect for video production. At night It has solar powered beacon, nav and strobe lights! No data plate, no engine, what you see is what you get! It Comes with the helicopter gooseneck trailer. The trailer has airbag suspension and 4 new tires it’s ready to tow! Bill of sale for the helicopter and trailer.

The aircraft is located in Valdosta, Georgia and is currently available for US $50,000. Click here to check out the eBay listing, which includes additional photos and details.

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