Side by Side |
By Ben Keirn, Contributing Writer & Photographer |
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Lately, I’ve had the old Harry Woods song “Side by Side” rolling through my head. Those who know me well, know well that I’m prone to fits of nostalgia. Classic movies, well-worn songs, and vintage airplanes all tend to grab my attention. So it’s fitting that a tune written in the roaring twenties would be dancing between my ears, albeit a much later rendition in my head, with Dean Martin singing the lead. Of course, there’s a different reason the old tune has been playing in my noggin. Read more…
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AGRICULTURAL |
2013 402B • FOR SALE BY OWNER • 2013 402B-15 1285.6TT Owner Operated Ag-Nav Plat/flow AM-safe Big Gear single point fuel 170 fuel Hopper-rinse smoker ss fasteners 3-piece ws ws washer Vg's 2 sets of booms (micronair/cp09) Canadian plane since new. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRPORT PROPERTY |
COEUR D'ALENE LAKE HANGAR HOME • $4,195,000 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • PRIVATE AIRPARK ''HANGAR HOME'' AT CARLIN BAY, COEUR D'ALENE LAKE. A perfect North Idaho Base Camp w/ direct access to a 2750' grass airstrip. 5600 SF hangar attached to a FULLY-FURNISHED luxury home. The 2800+ SF floorplan with 3 bedrooms/3 bath, open living, kitchen and dining area w/nana doors that open to a massive covered patio w/ full kitchen, fireplace and amazing views. The hangar features a 65' door w/ an 18'4'' clear span, radiant heat floors w/ in-floor drain. 50'x60' pole barn for storage and a built-in ''gym''. Waterfront access to private community beach at Carlin Bay included. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AMPHIBIAN |
2020 SeaRey Elite SLSA • $60,000 • ACCEPTING OFFERS • This is a brand new (3/2020) with less than 30hrs TT. Factory Built elite Searey SLSA!! (189k new). Suffered damage from a wind storm. The aircraft has been inspected throughly and the parts listed below will need to be replaced. This has everything you would want in a seaplane! Be flying in a month or two! We are doing a silent auction so if you are interested please EMAIL your offer, We will make a decision by Sunday. Plane will go to the highest offer. Aircraft is available to inspect in Deland FL anytime until Sunday. We can also do all repairs if desired Thank you. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED ANTIQUE-CLASSIC |
1946 7AC Champ • $40,500 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • N84321 0-235-C 115 HP, Custom Aircraft Exhaust Adds 10 HP, 95 hrs SMOH, 29" Bush wheels, VGs, 13 Gal Main (2) 5 Gal Wing Tanks, Sensenich 76-38 Climb Prop, Skytec Starter, Flight Line 760 Radio, Garman 396,New Spars & Rib 2008 Wings, LSA Qualified, Shoulder Harness Front & Back, Buzz Wagner STC with Large Dorsal Fin, All Logs, Annual Due 7/1/2021 • More Info » |
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BEECHCRAFT |
1964 Beechcraft Baron 95-B55 • $28,000 • CHECK IT OUT • Perfect for A&P/Pilot wanting multi hrs. 6926 TT, Engines 1048 SMOH, Props 906 SNew. Last Annual 8/2014, VGs. Dual Yoke. Ferried from CA to KSUS in 2017 w/gear down, all Compressions good except 1 cylinder, We just don't have the maintenance staff available to do the work. Paint & Interior 4-5. Old Avionics. Glove Box missing. Only damage found in logs was replacement of right leading edge in 2006. Purchasing this plane will support Wings of Hope's work providing medical air transport services-free of charge-to individuals who need specialized medical care in the US and internationally. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BIPLANE |
Pitts Smith • $30,000 • NEW PRICE! • Pitts-Smith 115 hp less then 200 hrs total time and 20 hours on engine and airframe since ground up restoration. Easy flying Acro machine with full inverted fuel and oil. Needs nothing. See Sport Aviation April 2019 for a wonderful article on the airplane and its history. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA 150 |
A150K Aerobat Night/IFR ready • $65,000 • YOU SNOOZE, YOU LOSE • 1970 Aerobat Cessna A150M Night/IFR ready. Over $30k in avionics/upgrades Hours: Airframe 3950, Eng O-200-A 2050 TSMO 66/74/65/77. New Surefly Ignition and Slick 4301 mag. (left), ARP Carb Ice detector, JPI FS-450 Fuel monitor. Vac.system removed, included, ASPEN EFD1000/E5 EFIS, Garmin GNX-375 IFR Navigator ADS-B (in-out) transponder, Updated circuit breakers/switches, Auto gas/Single door STC/Approvals. Replaced fuel tanks with NOS tanks, new seals and transducers, Flap roller kit, Rudder/Elevator bushings/bolts, Wheel paints/jump seat included! Trades consdered! • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA 182 |
Dynon Skyview Cessna 182 • $159,950 • RARE AIRCRAFT FOR SALE • We've just completed the restoration of this beautiful 1977 Cessna 182Q. Beyond the immense detail of stripping, painting, and fully fitting the new leather interior, this is the first Cessna 182 with complete Dynon-Skyview avionics suite panel with Garmin 175. Dynon claims the autopilot should be certified by year-end and the price should be about $4k to install. Airframe tt 5430, Prop 40 SMOH 2016, we will overhaul the engine as part of the sale. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED DONATIONS WANTED |
DONATE An Airplane • AIRCRAFT DONATION • PLEASE DONATE AN AIRPLANE A great tax deductible opportunity to help our 30 year old fatherless boys ministry continue to help our national expansion. - Americas Fatherless Foundation Sponsored by Dads for Boys - Founded 1989 FOR SALE - DONATED 1972 BARON B-58 IN HAWAII $100k OBO - EXCELLENT CONDITION • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED EXPERIMENTAL |
4 Seat EXP - 1200+ FPM CLIMB! • $43,000 • NEW TO MARKET • Amazing performance from like new 2005 CP608 Super Diamant. 180 hr TT. 2+2 seat tailwheel aircraft. Piel design, larger than Emeraude. Powered by 175 HP mod. Lyc O-320. Responsive but stable--Spitfire wing. Full panel. NDH. Well documented constrn; all logs. Outstanding build quality. Previously owned by ATP who flew with his grandchildren. No expense spared in maint. Everything gone through-$9,000 annual 2019. New HT starter, lifetime hoses, tailwheel, baffles. IFR cert2013. Annual Sep21. 50 POH. Hangared. Exc. paint & AirTex interior. 40 gal fuel; approx 700 pound limit. • More Info » |
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED GETAWAYS |
ARGENTINA SELF FLYING TOUR • GREAT OPPORTUNITY • Discover our self-flying tours designed primarily for pilots who want to travel along the beautiful ARGENTINA visiting the most interesting places and outstanding landscapes - Come with your pilot companion, family or friends to enjoy this incredible tours - Argentina offers you the most diverse ecosystem and landscapes found in the same country, Glaciers, Falls, Andes Mountains, Beautiful Lakes, Breathtaking Ocean views Visit them all in our special designed itineraries • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED ONLINE TRAINING |
ONLINE GROUND SCHOOL • TRAINING AVAILABLE • The dream to fly is personal and powerful. From the moment you catch the ‘aviation bug’, the sky will call you — for a lifetime. Every journey starts with a step. One of the best first steps is acquiring the knowledge needed to becoming a safe aviator. Our PPL and IFR Ground Schools are “Made in Alaska” with lessons learned from one of the last aviation frontiers. At Angle of Attack, we’re grassroots, always available to help, and truly passionate for the artistry and craft of flying. We’re not just making pilots - we’re making aviators. Answer the call to adventure and start today! • More Info » |
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A VIEW FROM THE COCKPIT |
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Photo provided by Ryan Nelson. Click on the photo to enlarge it and see previous airport photos. |
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Dustin Mosher was able to correctly identify last week's photo of Murphy Airport (1U3) in Murphy, Idaho, USA. Congratulations! |
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PROJECT |
DR107 One Design Kit • ACCEPTING OFFERS • DR-107 One Design - No time to finish it. Roger Rourke Welded Frame, Dynafocal Type 2 Engine Mount, Stainless Firewall, Fuel & Header Tanks. Sliding Canopy, Rudder Pedals (2 sets, Original & Rourke), Stick, Turtle Deck & Tail Feathers. Includes Grove Landing Gear with Grooved trailing edge & Cleveland Brakes. Wing almost complete, mounted for this frame, skins on. Needs Leading Edge (incl CNC'd) Glued on, Ailerons need to be built (hw included). No Instruments, Engine or Prop; you can finish it exactly the way you want it. Consider Reasonable Offers • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED RAFFLE |
PIPER CUB RAFFLE • WIN THIS AIRCRAFT! • Piper Cub Raffle. J3-85hp. Only 2500 tickets available! Benefits Stratus Aviation Foundation, a Philadelphia area based non-profit which involves the community in general aviation, building aircraft, and scholarships to those in need who are pursuing a career in aviation. Tax deductible, 501c3. • More Info » |
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED SERVICE |
Avionics-PAINT-Restorations • PAINT SHOP SPECIAL • Spectre Aeronautics is a full service paint, maintenance, air-frame repair, sheet metal, composite, fabric, interior & avionics facility. One-Stop-Shop. We offer everything from full restorations, to minor spot, leading edge and hangar rash repair. Avionics openings for ADSB and new equipment install. Openings Available Call/Text Ryan for more info (409)201-5561 We have a cancellation spot open for anyone looking to move quickly. Tackle multiple projects at once. Get your inspection, interior, ADS-B/avionics upgrades done while your aircraft is in for paint to minimize downtime. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED TAILDRAGGER |
2012 PA-17 Piper Vagabond?? • $24,500 • IT'S GOTTA GO! • 2012 ?? Piper Vagabond PA 17 ? ; 90 Continental !-Have moved-no place to keep it! Best offer! Completely rebuilt in 2012 -replaced fuselage with new 2 DOOR WAG fuselage -Intentionally registered at that time as an Experimental light sport- fuselage and engine are 1948 Vagabond - Engine 3020 SMOH1198 10 since cylinder rebuild Flew 11 hours in past 3 years- It is time to part with my child! (Peppermint Patty) Panel mount radio/intercom, electric trim, wing tanks, shoulder harness. Located in Syracuse, NY area • More Info » |
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