| Kewanee Fly-in For Lunch |
| By Kevin Moore, Contributing Writer & Photographer |
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Kewanee Municipal Airport (KEZI) is a wonderful paved airport on the outskirts of Kewanee, Illinois where, in early September, volunteers and the airport host pilots and crews from the National Stearman Fly-in that takes place at Galesburg. Dozens of Stearmans, as well as other assorted aircraft, make the flight to Kewanee for a wonderful lunch. Read more…
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| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AEROBATIC |
 Keleher Lark Single Seat O-200 • $23,875 • ACCEPTING OFFERS • This amazing airplane was designed for gentlemen’s aerobatics, would make an economical time builder, only sips about 5.5 GP at 125 MPH, has toe brakes, has folding wings, comes with a custom trailer. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! See the Specs page for build history by a Mechanical Engineer and upgrades by the current A&P/IA owner. Most Lark’s were built with the A-65 or A-85 engine but this beauty has the 100 HP Continental 0-200, only 384 TSMOH. This Lark is very easy to fly and land, handles crosswinds nicely, stalls at 49 MPH. A 6 foot pilot will fit comfortably in the cockpit. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRPORT PROPERTY - ARIZONA |
 Hangar Home in the Pines • $1,280,000 • FOR SALE • Beautiful custom built 4,200+ sq-ft home plus hangar in Mogollon Airpark. Situated at the north end of the runway on 1.18 acres and bordering the HOA greenbelt for ultimate privacy amongst tall pines. Spectacular open floor plan with soaring ceilings and large picture windows throughout. Cozy wood burning fireplace in the great room, large kitchen for entertaining, granite counters & T & G ceilings. Split floor plan with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths PLUS a guest quarters above the 48x48 hangar with bath, kitchenette, fireplace, living & bedroom area! • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRPORT PROPERTY - UTAH |
 Airport Community Home • $1,100,000 • ACCEPTING OFFERS • This charming Spanish custom home has a wonderful flowing floor plan designed to bring the outdoors inside with an abundance of windows to capture the surrounding vistas. Entertaining a large crowd is not a problem with private patios in front and in back to enjoy warm nights and the beautiful transformations of the scenery. Sitting in the Hot Tub with a cool beverage you can appreciate the..45x50 Hanger included in the price (tax ID's GMSR-5C-HU316,317,318,319,320). • More Info » |
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| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AMPHIBIAN |
 AVENTURA II AMPHIB FLYING BOAT • $59,999 • GET IT WHILE YOU CAN • 2006 Aventura II Aventura II amphibious flying boat 475 hour airframe since new 475 hour engine since new Rotax 912 uls 100hp Electric gear Electric flaps Great fabric. Always been in hanger. Individual hand brakes Flies great No leaks Great glass Panel mounted AirMap EXP4 Mode C transponder ADSB IN & Out wingtips October 21 condition inspection Intercom system Radio installed EGT gauge Dual throttles • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED ANTIQUE-CLASSIC |
 1929 Travel Air 4000 Biplane • FOR IMMEDIATE SALE • Rare opportunity - this Travel Air biplane has a history that will speak to the adventurer in you and just in time to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Travel Air in 2025. Just had fresh annual. Kitted out with Continental W-670, TT 2358/501 SMOH, Sensevich W98AA prop TT 501, Trig TT22 transponder ADS-B Out, Trig radio, Intercom, Garmin GDL 31 GPS. N9872 in books/film ("Nothing by Chance" "The Huntress"), ads, tv programs and docs. Currently located Carlsbad, CA. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AVIAT |
 Husky • $135,500 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • 1995 A-1 Husky 1370 TT airframe engine and prop 26” gd yrs Annual due Feb. 2023 Sky beacon adsb • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BELLANCA |
 210HP Low Time, big tire Scout • $156,000 • FOR SALE • Total Time Airframe: 1969.4. Engine SMOH: 57.3. Lycon upgraded cylinders 10 hrs. 210HP. Hartzell-PSOH: 57.3 hrs. Factory Metal Spar Wings with VG's. Factory upgraded heavy duty wing struts. New interior. Goodyear 26' tires. Schneider wheel skis. KX155 Nav/Com, ILS. KT76A Transponder. Wingtip ADSB. 70Gal. Fuel. Fresh 3/22 Annual. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED de HAVILLAND |
 DHC-1 RANGER SUPER CHIPMUNK • $95,000 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • 90Hrs SMOH 2619Hrs TTAF Very rare and unique 1952 Experimental 200HP Ranger Engined Super Chipmunk for sale. This plane flies amazing, looks good on the ramp and even better in the sky! Restored by Cal-Aerofab Flight Academy in Chino, California. Repainted and restored in 2019 and flown regularly since. In conditional inspection through May. Powerplant: 90smoh Ranger 6 L-660-C5 overhauled by Brad Ball of Santa Paula. All compressions in the high 70s. Avionics: Garmin GTX 327 Mode C Transponder Garmin GTR 200 • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED ENGINES FOR SALE |
 Sun N Fun 2022 Engine Line-up • $1 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • JB Aircraft Engine Service Inc. 2022 Sun N Fun Engine Line-Up. These engines for sale at Sun N Fun North Exhibit N61 on the flight line side of Hanger B. 2 each new XP IO-360-M1B Engines 188 & 195 HP (These two engines are loaded with many options) $37,500.00 & $38,500.00, 1 each IO-540-D4A5 260 HP certified Complete $47,000.00 Out-Right, 1 each O-360-A1A 180 HP certified Complete $34,500.00 Out-Right, 1 each O-320-D3G 160 HP certified Complete $32,500.00 Out-Right. These engines will go on sale Tuesday 4/4/2022 8:00 AM at Sun N Fun North Exibit in JB Aircraft Engine Service Inc. Tent. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED FAIRCHILD WANTED |
 WTB - Fairchild PT-19/23/26 • WANTED TO BUY • The Commemorative Air Force a Texas Non-Profit is looking to purchase a Fairchild PT-19/23/26. We are looking for an aircraft in good mechanical airworthy condition to assign to a new CAF Chapter somewhere in the US. The aircraft will be used for airshows, fly in events, and other aviation activities that support the Mission of the CAF. We are looking to make cash offers. • More Info » |
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| A VIEW FROM THE COCKPIT |
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Photo provided by Dave Mitchell.
Click on the photo to see previous airport photos. |
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| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED GYRO |
 Cavalon gyroplane 2017/493hrs • $130,000 • DELIVERY AVAILABLE • SUPER GYROPLANE! Unique color, Rotax 914UL 115hp, Garmin 795 included, radio ATR833, Transponder TRT800,ELT Kannad406, Heated Alcantara seats with lombar support ajustable, dual control, electronic altimeter and airspeed, lighted cockpit, sun sheild and more... • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED RAFFLE |
 WIN THIS CUB! • NOW AVAILABLE • To support volunteer-maintained Ranger Airfield in 2022, RAF's 5th annual giveaway is this beautiful J3 Cub. Expertly restored by Legend, 250 hrs smoh, it's ready for many years of fun. Ranger is a public field operated 100% by volunteers. Click "Enter Here" for info and help keep history alive. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED TAILDRAGGER |
 '14 Supermarine Spitfire MK26B • $249,000 • AWARD-WINNER FOR SALE • Stunning Grand Champion Replica Spitfire as seen at Airventure 2019. Professionally built by a Canadian 'Structures' AMO. All Aluminum Monocoque airframe, 59.4Hrs trouble free TTSN. 260 HP 3.5 V6 Engine with MTV23-B electronic controlled propellor, (new in 2018). VNE 193 Knots, Max cruise 175 Knots, Stall speed 43 Knots. Retractable MLG. Pre-programmed 'Motec' 18017E Sport Dash Computer. VFR instruments. Digital Comm & Transponder. New price. OBO. • More Info » |
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| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED VAN'S RV |
 Vans RV-4 (Glass, IFR, Smoke) • $75,000 • SALE PENDING • 1998 Vans RV-4. Great build quality by repeat builder. Same owner last decade. ACTT 1200 Engine 1200 TSMOH 160+HP Lyc O-320 w/ Dual P-Mags and EI Commander. Sensenich FP Prop, 20SOH. Garmin G3x (w/ Sirius XM), Garmin GMC307 dual axis AP, GPS20A WAAS, ADS-B IN (GDL39)& OUT (GTX23ES Remote), SL-30 NAV/COM. Smoke system, w/ dual injectors! Complete Under-Floor Electric Flaps (no bulky flap actuator), Removable Rear Stick. Phlogiston Spar. Canopy Cover. FAST & CHEAP TO FEED. Fly it like a fighter, or an airliner, your call. Military move forces sale. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED WARBIRD |
 Hawker Fury FB MK11 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • One of the famous Baghdad Fury’s – Recovered from Iraq in 1979 – Restored as RAN 369 in the US – Rebuilt with P&W R3350 – Excellent condition - Located in France • More Info » |
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