| USS Yorktown |
| By Gary Rosier, Photographer |
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The USS Yorktown (CV-10), named after the USS Yorktown (CV-5) which sunk during the Battle of Midway, served through the end of World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and was even used as a recovery ship for Apollo 8. She now rests as a museum and National Historic Landmark at Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum in South Carolina. Gary Rosier takes us along as he visited the USS Yorktown and the USS Clamagore submarine. Read more…
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| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRPORT PROPERTY - TEXAS |
 New Airpark Lots! Ft Worth, TX • $119,000 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • Godley, TX. Gated, private, concrete road. Joshua ISD, city water, power, high speed internet. Direct access to Ben Franklin Airport (59TX) just outside the DFW Bravo. Homes, hangars, and hangar-homes permitted. Low assessments. No timeframe to build. Developer is offering build-to-suit services and will consider owner financing. Lot 1, 1.00 Acres $119,000 Lot 2, 1.34 Acres $149,000 Lot 3, 1.34 Acres $149,000 Lot 4, 1.34 Acres $149,000 Lot 5, 1.32 Acres $149,000 Lot 6, 1.18 Acres $119,000 Lot 7, 1.40 Acres $199,000 • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRPORT PROPERTY - VIRGINIA |
 VA AIRPARK BUILD HOME/HANGAR • $89,000 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • Rare opportunity to own a lot in an already sold out community, perfect to build right away or for future retirement. Level open lot 1/3 acre lot has all underground utilities including: High Speed Internet, natural gas, public water & sewer and located in a gated Aviation Community nestled in the picturesque Shenandoah Valley VA. The community was designed so all home owners have direct access to a paved taxiway leading to the Eagles Nest Airport runway.( Identifier W13). • More Info » |
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| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AMPHIBIAN |
 Buccaneer II Seaplane 100hp EF • $49,000 • PRICE REDUCED • Buccaneer II built in 2019 and refit in 2022. 0 hour 100hp Aeromomentum AM13, Kiev Prop, Aerograph EFIS, Garmin G5, Stratus ESG transponder, Garmin GTR 200B radio, in-dash iPad mount with cooling, fiber dash. Full Lotus Sponsons,, Matco wheels, and brakes, 6x6 tires, dual hand brakes, Aventura II style windshield, 12-gallon tank, professionally built. Best priced EFI and glass panel seaplane. Light Sport with 550lb useful load. Everything is new • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED ANTIQUE-CLASSIC |
 Stinson AT-19/V-77 Reliant • $184,500 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • 1944, TT 1380, SMOH 155, recovered in 2015 in poly fiber with a progressive restoration since 2015. New Trig radio and transponder w/ADSB out. Most instruments new or overhauled. Recent alternator, starter, brakes, and propeller overhaul. Two spare engines available. Hangared in central Florida. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BEECHCRAFT |
 Garmin Loaded B55 • $167,000 • FOR SALE • Clean low time 1969 B55. 4891 TT. LT. Eng. SMOH: 1424.0 (0 STOH). RT. SMOH: 1117.0 (0 STOH). No Known Damage. Garmin GTN 650, G430, Aspen EFD 1000 Pro with synthetic Vision, GFC600 AP, G340 Audio Panel, GTX330ES with ADSB Out. GDL 52 XM. FlightStream 510 Bluetooth with Connectivity. EDM 790 Engine Monitor. Usefull Load: 1796.5. See spec sheet for more info. This is one fast bird! • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY |
 Cougar Aircraft Company • BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY OFFERED • Loved by owners, every Grumman GA-7 is being bought up by smart flight schools. Economical Lycoming O-320-D1D, approved for unleaded. With lightweight props, accessories, and glass cockpit, this great airplane will be even better. Long range, better performance at lower fuel burn means higher profits for flight schools. Ideal for 135 NASA Regional Air Mobility Program. Outstanding safety record as the only twin with Vmc below Vs. Docile, yet a delight to fly. We own the FAA & EASA TC, IP, and tooling to restart production, and a prototype 180HP version. Invest, license to build, or acquire. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA |
 1967 CESSNA 172E (T41B) • $130,000 • AVAILABLE • TT 6,652, 180 HP Lycoming O-360-A1A, 30 SMOH, ADS-B OUT, 2-KX170B Bendix/King Radios, PM1000 intercom w/PM8000B audio panel, Horton STOL Kit, 30 hrs on O/H Hartzell constant speed prop, new interior, extra capacity fuel (52 gals). NDH, hangered, all logs in PDF format, sale will include fresh annual for June, 2022. Plane located in Sterling, CO. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED EQUIPMENT |
 Bambi Bucket • $17,500 • AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE SALE • Used BB3542 Bambi Water Bucket 420 us gallon (1590 liter) Water Tested at SEI Industries In Stock SEI 2022 List Price $24041.00 • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED EXPERIMENTAL |
 Ravin 500 • WIFE SAYS SELL IT! • 2010 Ravin 500, 438 TTSN, twin turbo/intercooled Lycoming S1A5 350HP, 275 hrs since IRAN, 1225 TSOH. MTV 4 BLD prop 225 TSN, 220kt cruise at 23k. Outstanding performance, very nice to fly. Huge 160USG wing fuel capacity, empty 2316#, gross 3575#, useful 1259#. G5, G500 2xGNS430W, G340, G345 TXPDR ADSB, MVP50, traffic, XM weather, Sorcerer Autopilot. Excellent paint/interior. Sleek and fast long range cruiser. Attracts attention everywhere it goes. If you like the PA24, you'll love the Ravin! • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED FLOAT PLANE |
 2015 SeaRey Elite E-LSA • $135,000 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • This is a factory built Elite S-LSA that has been converted to E-LSA.The original owner wanted to install the G3X touch and G3X autopilot (2 axis) before it was allowed to be installed on certified aircraft. It has seen water only a few times since I flew it to VA (from Port Angeles, WA) and has been hangered the entire time. Beautiful airplane and ready for adventure. 334.3+ Hrs on the Airframe/Engine (Turbo Rotax 914). Conditional in progress along with 4/5 year rubber replacement. New EarthX lithium battery. New voltage regulator. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED HELICOPTER |
 Bell 47 M74L1 w/part 137 cert • FOR SALE • New 1200 hr. inspection, was converted to G4/540 from G2a/435 during 1200 hr. All components new or very good times. Main rotor blades 4300 remaining, tail rotor blades 2500 remaining and new No Bar kit. Ag Nav Guia with nav bar displays 4 items and new $3000 antenna. Custom spray system with stainless steel spray boom. All components including engine by Scotts Helicopter. This one is as nice as you will find. Tandem Mack nurse truck with landing pad and all stainless steel tanks including certified 300 gal. av gas tank. Nice gooseneck helicopter trailer that pulls helicopter forward. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED LIGHT-SPORT |
 Sky Arrow • $75,000 • MAKE OFFER • Too many planes, too many projects cleaning out the hangar. This is the MACDADDY of Sky Arrows. Rotax 914 and electrically adjustable prop ! Brand new led Nav & Strobe lights. Seals and cylinders changed in 2020. Less than 500 hrs tt. Not an LSA rather an experimental. ADSB IN & OUT. Run up weekly and annual is current. Full logs & build documentation. Make me an offer.This was the pride and joy of a retired Delta L-1011 Captain. • More Info » |
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| A VIEW FROM THE COCKPIT |
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Photo provided by Capt. Brandon Reed, USAF.
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| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED RAFFLE |
 $30K Engine Credit - $20K Cash • $50 • ANNUAL SWEEPSTAKES • If you hold the lucky number on October 1, 2022, you will WIN a $30,000 Engine Credit with Ly-Con Aircraft Engines towards the Engine of YOUR Choice. The Swift Museum Foundation is selling ONLY 2,500 tickets for the chance to WIN one of the following: $30,000 Credit - Ly-Con Aircraft Engines Credit (New, Re-Build or Overhaul) - Stratus 3 - Garmin Area 660 - Apple iPad Mini - Brightline Flight Bag * $20,000 CASH Option in lieu of $30,000 Engine Credit HELP The Swift Museum Foundation by making a Tax Deductible $50 Donation for the preservation of our rich aviation heritage. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED TAILDRAGGER |
 1946 Cessna 140 C-8512F • $28,000 • AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE SALE • For Sale 1946 Cessna 140 with C-85-12F AFTT 1950, 776 SMOH. TOH performed at 1950.9. KX170B KT76A XPNDR ADS-B out IFR equipped 150 electrical and exhaust Scott Tail Wheel 3200 Extensive March 2022 annual Compression is 79, 79, 76 and 76. New tundra tires Always hangared in Turlock, California Working A&P • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED TRAINING |
 Minnesota's Aerobatic School • CHECK IT OUT • Basic thru Advanced Aerobatics, (UPRTA Training) Upright and inverted spin training, (LOC-1) Unusual Attitude and Emergency Maneuvers Recovery Training. 40 yrs. aerobatic experience. 22 years full time Lucas Oil Airshow Pilot. (RET), Michael Wiskus will guide you through a personalized training program that will light that fire within, building confidence and skills you've only dreamed of. Safe, reasonable rates, certified Pitts S-2C. Call to book your first "discounted" session! Located 20 miles west of Minneapolis. Hotel's within 1/4 mile of the airport (KCFE). • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED VAN'S RV |
 2018 RV-8, 130hrs TT • $105,000 • FOR SALE • 2018 RV-8, 130hrs AFTT. Engine SMOH 130hrs Prop SNEW 130hrs No Damage. Quick build fuselage, Todd slider canopy, Cleveland canopy cover, tall man front seat, adjustable rudder pedals, windshield heat and fans, rear seat heater , double front vents, both seats double shoulder harness, dual controls. Solid crank 0-360, fixed pitch. New Hertzler Silver Bullet composite prop Saber extension and bolts. Flies and lands very straight, 170 mph indicated at low power settings. Extensive upgrades • More Info » |
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