| Mission Possible – A Complete Restoration of a CESSNA 180 |
| By Dana Brejakova, Contributing Writer & Photographer |
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A rather sad-looking bird in the maintenance shop's corner seems like she has seen better days. Gutted torso, missing doors, demounted tail, no seats, no panel, and exposed wires hanging from almost all cavities may not look too optimistic at first glance. However, a closer look offers telltale signs of consistent work to put this timeless classic - Cessna 180 – back on track. It will take time but hang in there, Cessna bird. You will be flying again. Read more…
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| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AEROBATIC |
 Avions Mudry Cap-21 • $75,000 • FOR SALE • 22 hours since restoration by Val de Loire Aviation in France. Built for Catherine Maunoury who competed in the World Aerobatics Championships in it in 1982 and 1984. Painted in honor of Phantom F4Js of No 74 Sqn RAF “Tiger Squadron”. Airframe 976 SNEW, Engine 22 SMOH, increased fuel capacity, steerable tailwheel. Delivered with fresh annual and ADS-B out. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRCRAFT TRANSPORT |
 Dream Worx Aircraft Transport • SERVICES OFFERED • Looking at purchasing a used aircraft that can't be ferried? Well your going to need it disassembled and transported , look no further . With over 20 plus years in the aircraft salvage business we have moved our share of aircraft from Cessna 150's to 421's, Piper Navajos to Cubs, big and small, special requirements we specialize in. We are a family business, the same crew moves every aircraft we haul. Our equipment 2018 or newer Trucks & Trailers, With over 93 aircraft moved in 2019 alone • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED ANTIQUE-CLASSIC |
 Snooze you Lose • $74,500 • FOR SALE • Piper PA-11 / O-200 continental 100HP, swing away engine mount 120 SMOH, 36 Gal. Fuel Tanks, Alaska Gear Safety Cables, Sealed Struts, Cleveland Wheels & Brakes, Super Cub elevators, Sky Light, 5 Point aerobatic Harness, 4 CYL EGT & CHT, Digital Oil Pressure, Temp, Voltage, Tinted Windows, Fueling Steps, Tow Hook, Strobe Light, NAV Lights, Starter and Generator, Fresh Annual Inspection. Great float or bush airplane. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AUCTION |
 Aircraft Estate Auction • AIRCRAFT AUCTION • 2006 AIR TRACTOR 602 P&W PT6-60AG, 3500TT, New Gear, 10" Gate, Satloc M3, 15 Vane Spreader, Smoker, Rinse System. 1967 BEECH V35 BONANZA, 2550 TT, 350 SMOH IO-520-BA6B "Gold Medallion" Engine and 3 Blade Prop. Nice P/I, Older Collins Radios, S-Tec 60-2 A/P, 1943 PIPER J3 CUB, Complete rebuild 2007-08, Ceconite 101, New Interior, Converted to 0-200 by Univair STC with full electrical. All of these aircraft are from 1 estate and will be selling at Public Auction on Thursday October 29, 2020 in Newport, Arkansas. Logbooks and aircraft available for review by appointment until auction date. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA |
 Loaded Workhorse 1977 C206 • $146,900 • FOR SALE • This decked out Cessna 206 has 4170 Total Time. 1262.0 SMOH by Victor. Prop; 880 Since new on a MT-9-D 3-blade. Garmin 530W, Garmin 430W, G340, KFC 150 AP with Flight Director. Traffic, Rozen Visors, Standby Vac, Oversize fork with heavy duty gear. 1621 Useful load and the list goes on! No Damage History. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CUBCRAFTERS |
 Carbon Cub • $225,000 • AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE SALE • Carbon cub SS for sale 540+ hours, Built in 2018 by cub crafters,35 inch Bush wheels, Beringer rims and brakes, TK1 shocks, Acme Arrow tail suspension, Baby Bush wheel, leading edge slats, G3X panel with Auto pilot and Brs chute • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED ENGINE |
 Continental IO-550B w/ Prop • $47,500 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • Continental IO-550B with all accessories and 3 Blade Hartzell Propeller with back plate. Zero TSOH on Engine and Prop. Accepting reasonable offers • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED EXPERIMENTAL |
 Pulsar 1 2016 • $18,000 • FOR SALE OR TRADE • Pulsar 1 2018 582 gray head engine. Rotax Rick Company rebuilt it. The engine have 64hrs,and airframe 164hrs.Engine and airframe logs available as well .Pulsar comes with a fresh annual,hand held radio, no transponder,cruse120mph climb 1100fpm.This is excellent cross country airplane. I can fly and delivery this airplane up to 300 miles from my hangar. The distance is only about my vacation time which I have left. Also I'm offering 30 days free hangar after purchase. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED FERRY PILOT |
 ATP Ferry Pilot • AVAILABLE • At Cleared Direct Air, our goal is to provide professional and affordable transportation services across the CONUS. Our fully managed, trustworthy service allows you to have aircraft transferred worry free by professional ATP rated pilots. Over 50 different types flown from cubs to jets. We specialize in Cessna, Beechcraft, Piper, Diamond, Cirrus, Pitts, Extra, Tailwheel, Experimental aircraft. Available Nationwide ! Just leave the rest to us! Customer Referrals upon request! • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED GLASAIR |
 Fantastic Glasair III • $139,000 • RARE AIRCRAFT FOR SALE • This is a truly special Glasair III built by a career aviation enthusiast. Engine Lycoming IO-540-S1A5 300hp 1122 hrs SMOH – 517 hrs since all New Cylinders Installed 8.5:1 Compression Avionics Garmin GTN 540 GPS Navigation System Shadin Fuel Computer Two noise-canceling Headsets (LEMO Plugs) 2X Garmin G5 EFIS/HSI Instruments Lynx 9000 ADS/B In/Out 2nd electric Standby Attitude Indicator New Gill 242 battery • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED GYRO |
 Magni M16 Gyrocopter • $55,000 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • Magni M-16 two seater gyrocopter, Rotax 914 turbo engine. Yellow body, aviation radio, 455 total hours, VFR , transponder, Garmin GPS map496, recent annual at 455 hours. No damage or major repairs, runs and flies great! Basic Sport Pilot license (20 hours minimum) required to pilot. I recently flew cross country from Austin area to Gulf Shores Alabama. Flies great! • More Info » |
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| A VIEW FROM THE COCKPIT |
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Photo provided by John Telfeyan.
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see previous airport photos. |
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West Michigan Regional Airport (KBIV) in Holland, Michigan, USA. Congratulations! |
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| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED HELICOPTER |
 Superb Rebuilt Hiller UH-12B • AVAILABLE • Magnificent Hiller UH-12B for sale! Over three years and countless dollars spent on remake! Engine, Transmission, and all rotables fresh! You won't find another like this one anywhere! • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PIPER |
 PIPER Aztec PA-23-250 YR 1960 • $35,000 • ACCEPTING OFFERS • Original snub nose. STC DeVore Casket Door. Total Time: 5,022 Hours Garmin GNC 250XL, GMA 340 Audio Panel, GTX 320 Xponder, King KX175B, Vertical card compass, Bendix T-12C ADF, Uavionix Skybeacon ADS-B wingtip. All aluminum starter and solenoid wiring replaced with copper. STC'D Plane Power alternators, Lightweight starters,new windows. Some spares/Tooling with sale & Liferaft Cargo door Lycoming O-540 A1D5 left and right. Hartzell HC-A2VK-2 All compression's 80/72. Oil samples clean. Engine 1 Hours: 2,616 SMOH Engine 2 Hours: 2,958 SMOH Logs from day 1 & Inspection Schedule since ownership • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PROJECT |
 Mong Sport Biplane Project • $7,500 • PRICED FOR FAST SALE • Mong Biplane project. Fuselage as pictured. Wings are mostly completed except for alignment of flying wires, which are included. Continental C-85 Engine core currently installed. Builder planned to install O-320. Enough parts to reassemble engine included. Have complete plans. Many of the forms for making parts. Disc brakes. Has Wing tank option already configured in wings. Many additional pictures available. Contact me for additional photos. Will sell internationally. Will pack container you supply for shipping for added charge. Aircraft located in Springfield, Ohio • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED RAFFLE |
 Vans RV12 • $100 • WIN THIS AIRCRAFT! • Vans RV12 Raffle, Brand new Aircraft, less than 10 hours flight time. Absolutely stunning. Dynon Skyview flat panel avionics. We are an all volunteer non profit, 501c3, proceeds benefit our “Kids in Aviation” scholarships. We will draw the winner as soon as all 2500 tickets are sold. Don’t let the end date fool you, tickets are selling quickly and we expect to draw early this spring 2021. Someone will own this beautiful, light sport, new airplane for $100. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED TAILDRAGGER |
 1976 Cessna 172N Tail Dragger • $69,500 • PRICE REDUCED • Up for sale is a beautiful Cessna 172N Tail dragger O-320 160hp AirframeTT:3547 SMOH:1634.85 Last Annual 11/2019. Ralph Bolen INC. tail wheel conversion. Bush Conversions Stall Fences and aileron seals. 4 place intercom. TKM MX300 Nav/Comm radios VOR,ILS IFR certified. ADSB compliant Garmin 335 Transponder. This is a one of a kind Cessna always privately owned not a trainer. Flies hands free, Always turns heads. Paint and interior are in great condition. Great aircraft for the money wont find another like it. • More Info » |
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