Post Oshkosh Blues |
By Dana Brejakova, Contributing Writer & Photographer |
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I am pretty sure we all have been there. I am talking about that unpleasant feeling of missing something mixed with "I don't wanna go to school" sensation around the stomach when we return home from Oshkosh. When the buzzing stops, everyone bugs out, and the gates of EAA AirVenture close, the strange sensation of emptiness creeps in and our aviation loving soul sinks. Oh no, the post Oshkosh Blues strikes again. Read more…
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AEROBATIC |
Lazer Z-300 Rebel 300 • $100,000 • MOTIVATED SELLER • High Performance Aerobatic Aircraft, Lycoming IO-540. TTAF: 866.1, Powerplant TSMOH: 866.1. Propeller TSOH: 255.5 TSN: 643.6 (MTV-9-B-C/C200-15). Was Completed by Gerry Zimmerman 1993. Fantastic aircraft designed for higher alttitudes in Colorado with the bigger 540 engine. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRPORT PROPERTY - ALBERTA |
2012 Airplane Hangar • $299,000 • HANGAR FOR SALE • 60x80 hangar located in Bassano Alberta, only an hour and a half from Calgary and Medicine Hat! Private lot (owned by buyer), CEN2, 50x18 main door as well as a smaller entrance door for vehicles/tractor, in floor heat, finished floor, fuel tank with pump included. Excellent condition! • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRPORT PROPERTY - TEXAS |
Direct Taxiway Land Available! • CHECK THIS OUT • We Are At Oshkosh! Booth #4037 Come see us! The Landings Airpark at Pecan Plantation is a spectacular setting for the aviation enthusiast who desires the convenience of fly-in living. Features include a 3,100 foot paved runway, concrete taxiways, and a self-serve fuel station at the southeast end of the runway. Runway frontage and taxiway access land from .65 acres to 1.9 acres.Lots are come with paved roads, electric, water, and sewer service. There is no time limit to build hangars. FAA Identifier-66TE Runway-17-3,100’ x 50’ asphalt Taxiways Concrete Elevation - 684 (est) Unicorn - 122.975 • More Info » |
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED ANTIQUE-CLASSIC |
1965 ERCOUPE (ALON A-2) • $35,975 • FOR SALE • w/Pedals - spin proof - C-90 Continental - accident free – excellent condition - 158 hrs. SMOH - Intercom - two Nav/Coms, w/Glide Slope = excellent instrument trainer– cyl. head temps- automotive gas certified- engine heater - shoulder harnesses - always hangered - No corrosion problems (entire airframe sprayed with ACF – 50 corrosion inhibitor)- new battery - AFTT 2,677 - All AD’s - All Logs since new Plus 38 years of maintenance records - fresh thorough annual, including borescope & Mode C transponder certification 4.5 gph Mo Gas = cheap flying = great time builder • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AUCTION |
1977 Mooney M20J-201 / BIDS • $50,000 • ACCEPTING OFFERS • Bank Owned / Repo. Sell to Highest Bidder-Minimum Bid $50,000 Being Sold "As-Is / Where Is" (Located in Atlanta, GA). Inspection unavailable,No Phone Calls / E Mail Bids until 5:00 p.m. est 8/10/23 Pmt.due 72 business hours,Free & Clear Title T.T. 5,252 - 889 SMOH All Engine Logs complete, Airframe logs start 7/1983, Annual 10/22, Compressions 77/78/74/77, Ldg Gear motor overhauled 2018, Paint: 2016, Leather Interior 2003, No known Damage History noted in logbooks, no evidence of undocumented repairs, Fuel Bladder STC Avionics: Dual430's 340 TXPDR.,GDL-82 ADS-B,JPI-700,STEC-30 Aspen 900 EFIS • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BIPLANE |
1942 BOEING STEARMAN • $195,000 • FOR SALE • PT-17 A75N1 Stearman 154 hrs since complete restoration by Jim Kimball Enterprises. R680 Lycoming 300HP 154hrs, Hamilton Std 2B20 prop 154hrs, A&P owned third owner, Annual due Jan 2024. All Log books, STC records, No damage history. uAvionix ADSB out, Red Line brakes, new pads, new diamond tires, Air Wolf Oil sys, 12v sys, Jasco Starter, New Hooker harness belts, Two place P/T comm, King Comm and Trans, Garmin Map, Two National Parachutes, Extra Service Parts/Manuals, Always hangered. See Spec Sheet for more details. Exterior 10, Interior 9 • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA |
Cessna 140A • $34,987 • NEW PRICE! • 1950 Cessna 140A. Total Time Airframe 2,047. Engine Since Major Overhaul 1,436. Continental C90. ADSB out. Upgraded brakes. Cessna 150 seats. Annual is current. Fun to fly! • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED HELICOPTER - BELL |
Bell 47G • $135,000 • FOR SALE • Bell 47Gfor sale 25hrs SMOH on franklin 235 hp,100hrs SMOH M/R transmission 108 hrs left on tail rotor blades, Main rotor grip inspection due in 90 hrs fresh overhauled M/R blades, new bubble and interior, all other components low to mid time • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED HELICOPTER - SCHWEIZER |
2007 Schweizer 300C • $250,000 • YOUR SEARCH IS OVER • Excellent 300C with 124 hours on Lycoming remanufactured engine, 200hp. Dual fuel tanks, excellent component times. See spec sheet for all the equipment. Exterior 9, interior 9. Super nice flying helicopter based in Minneapolis. Private owner. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED LIGHT-SPORT |
Super Petrel Ls Rotax 914UL • $165,000 • FOR SALE • Super Petrel Ls 2017 230hs SNEW ROTAX 914UL 115hp turbo. Dynon skyview, autopilot, transponder, Garmin Gpsmap 696, flies great. Very nice plane, excellent condition. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PROJECT - NAVAJO |
1975 PIPER NAVAJO 4 PARTS ONLY • $48,900 • NO REASONABLE OFFER REFUSED • Please read ad. Piper Navajo PA-31P (Pressurized) project for sale, located in Miami. Left engine runs. Last it ran was October 2022. Spinners, flap and aileron are inside aircraft. Interior parts seems to be all there. Interior has no water leaks nor mold. No logs prior to 2016. It has not flown since 2018. Looking to sell quickly, make me an offer. Great for extra parts or to part it out. Call or email for questions. Be aware!!! It's a big and expensive project, just to build twin time. Lets not waste time, Inquire if you are a serious potential buyer, please! • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PROJECT - RV6A |
Van's RV6A Slider Canopy • $25,000 • PROJECT FOR SALE • This RV6A Slider Canopy is being posted for sale with all sheet metal components completed. All flight surfaces, wings, and fuselage have been finished with impeccable craftsmanship. The project does not have an engine, prop, or avionics. It is ready for the next guy to customize. • More Info » |
A VIEW FROM THE COCKPIT |
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Photo provided by Myles Elsing. Click on the photo to see previous airport photos. |
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED RAFFLE |
PIPER SUPER CRUISER PA-12 • WIN THIS AIRCRAFT! • The Ernie Hall Aviation Museum is holding a Raffle to fundraise and support our scholarship programs for A & P students and Commercial pilot students. This excellent Piper PA-12 is Lycoming O-320 powered. Borer prop, Super Cub heavy duty gear, Cleveland double puck brakes, Dakota Cub Wings with flaps and VG's, Skylight, Lifetime Struts, 48 Gallon Fuel, ADS-B out. Needs nothing. Ready for your next back country adventure. Drawing is September 21st, 2023. Tickets Are $50 Each. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED TAILDRAGGER |
2023 Aircam with G3X, IFR!! • $220,000 • FOR IMMEDIATE SALE • Looking to sell my brand new Aircam Gen 2! Float kit installed, and wired/ready for floats Has AeroLED navigation/strobes and landing lights. IFR and Night certified Fully primed, built with care by an A&P IA, family situation changed and now I have 2 little girls and need something to fly my family of 4 around Avionics: IFR certified G3X 10 inch screen (GDU-460) Garmin GNX 375 with GPS navigation and ADSB In/Out G5 backup Garmin GAP-26 Heated Pitot Tube with AOA! GMA 245R Audio Panel (allows for 3 seat intercom) Engines: 2 new Rotax 912 ULS engines Propellers: 2 warp drive 3 blade propellers. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED TURBO |
Low Time 2019 Sling 4 Turbo!! • $200,000 • UNDER CONTRACT • Or best offer! I love this plane so much I built a Sling TSi. The flush riveted leading edges on this Sling 4 Turbo make it one of a kind and regularly flies 135-140kts TAS at 8gph or eco mode 125-130 at 6.5gph! 653VR was built at The Airplane Factory Build Assist Center in Torrance CA. The 338hrs TT will change as aircraft is flown regularly. Garmin Glass Panel installed by Midwest Panel Builders with ADS-B in/out - Non IFR but easy add on, leather interior, simple grey paint is 9/10 or use it as a base for your custom paint job. • More Info » |
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED VAN'S RV |
VANS RV9 - SLIDER+EXTENSION • $152,000 • FOR SALE BY OWNER • 2012 RV9, 317Hrs. TT. ECI-0-360-A1A/180HP. Cato 3 Blade Prop., Slider Canopy. Steinair Panel with, 2 AFS/4500 Screens, Garmin GTX 327 Transponder, GDL 52, GDL 82, Garmin GPS 175, Tru-Trak A/P, Garmin GTR 200 Com, Garmin SL 30 Nav Com, PDA 360EX Audio Panel, Elec Aileron and elevator trim, Full EMS, Canopy Track Extension, New Battery, Tires, Brakes, Canopy shade, Canopy cover. The history behind the colors, make for interesting, positive and colorful conversations. Very well trimmed, fast, VERY fuel efficient, fun aircraft. • More Info » |
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