| Visiting the Weavers |
| By Ben Keirn, Contributing Writer & Photographer |
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If you read about classic aviation on social media or in e-newsletters or magazines, you are probably aware that WACO is alive and well in Battle Creek, Michigan. Since 1986 WACO Aircraft Corp has been meticulously recreating the WACO YMF model under varied ownership and in several locations. Though the company eventually landed in Michigan, the mix of classic style and modern technology has led to deliveries all over the world. You may also know that the WACO moniker has nothing to do with a certain city in Texas. No, WACO was started as the Weaver Aircraft Company, which was eventually shortened to WACO. The original company has long since gone the way of history, but there is still history to be found by going to a small grass strip in Troy, Ohio and visiting the original stomping grounds of the Weavers. Read more…
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| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED ANTIQUE-CLASSIC |
 1946 Fairchild F24W Ranger • $49,000 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE OR TRADE • 1946 F24W that was converted to Ranger in 1983 during restoration. 350SMOH, barely burns any oil, starts and runs extremely well. Paint and fabric acceptable but would be an amazing start to a restoration project! I bought 2 F24’s 2 years ago, sold one and kept this one. Sorted out squawks over the last few years. New wood prop and ready to fly! • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AUCTION |
 '90 Socata TB20 TrinidadN718EW • AIRCRAFT AUCTION • New Paint, New Interior, Updates Avionics, Fresh Annual, No Damage History | 49" wide cabin, Excellent cross country high performance. TT 2190, Lycoming IO-540 SMOH 1120, Hartzell Prop SMOH 560, Dual G5, GNS 430W, ADSB, King KAP 150 Autopilot, King TSO KX155 TSO radio, King KT76A transponder, all service manuals and parts catalogs. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AVIONICS |
 Avionics Upgrade Specials • YEAR END SPECIAL! • Order now and avoid 2024 Price increases. We specialize in Avionics and autopilot upgrade packages featuring Garmin avionics. Special pricing and availability in our Garmin Platinum installation facility. Many Garmin products in stock now. Openings available for early 2024 installs but order now for 2023 prices and tax savings. Free USB power with purchase of select Garmin packages. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BIPLANE |
 WACO UMF-5 • AWARD-WINNER FOR SALE • 1935 WACO UMF-5. 393 TTAFE. NDH. Continental W-670-9A. Aircraft built from original WACO blueprints obtained from the Smithsonian Institute. Built by John Hudec. Construction began in 1991 and was completed in 2004 with 9400 hours of work. Recipient of over 25 awards including, but not limited to, National Biplane Expo Aircraftmanship Award, Blakesburg Grand Champion Homebuilt, Tulsa Grand Champion Experimental, EAA Mid America Best of Show, and Oshkosh Replica Champion. The airplane is stunning. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA 140 |
 Cessna 140 • $29,997 • FOR SALE • 1950 Cessna 140A. No damage history. Nice plane and flies perfect. All logs Total Time Airframe 5511.1 Engine Since Major Overhaul 1,451. Continental C90. ADSB out. Upgraded brakes. Cessna 150 seats. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA 170 |
 1948 C-170 • $69,500 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • 1948 CESSNA 170 Beautiful polished aluminum with blue trim. Fabric Wings. (Great Condition) Original panel with circuit breakers. Garmin SL Comm Radio. Appareo Stratus Transponder ADSB Out. 4-Place Intercom. 2 Headsets Included. Recent Interior (see pics) Always Hangared. 3342 TT Airframe 776 SMOH C-145 Engine Millennium Cylinders Skytec Pushbutton Starter. Additional Set of "over sized" tires for grass/off airport ops. Annual completed July 2023. Pro Polished ($7500) and Ceramic Coated in 2022 including fabric wings for easy care. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA 172 |
 1979 Cessna 172N • $250,000 • NO TIREKICKERS • ACTT-3874.8 Engine SNEW 180HP-109.0 Prop SNEW-109.0 This is a low time very clean aircraft with a factory seaplane kit! Almost new engine and prop and nice paint and interior. New avionics in 2019 to include- G500TXI, GFC500 autopilot, GMA345, GTN750, GNC255A, GTX345R, G5 standby, GDL51, MD93 clock charger, synthetic vision, Garmin Flightstream and KR87 ADF. LED beacon and instrument lights. 4 seat intercom with noise cancelling headsets. Always hangared. Fresh annual with the sale. Serious buyers only. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA 180 |
 Cessna 180 • $189,000 • FOR SALE • This meticulously crafted Cessna 1956 180 is your ticket to unparalleled backcountry exploration. With a perfect blend of modern technology, performance upgrades, low time engine SMOH and utility modifications, it's ready to take you on your next adventure. Don't miss the chance to own this exceptional aircraft! • Model: 1956 Cessna 180 TTAF 2362 (approx) Seaplane ready! • Engine: TCM O-470-R TSMOH 339. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED EXPERIMENTAL |
 Sling TSI • $390k • AVAILABLE • Sling TSI, 915 2023,90 hours. -Dual G3X, G5, GTN650xi, smart glide button, chute, MT prop -constant speed prop (Auto adjusts according to RPM -rs flight systems controller) -ext alternator, chute, -removable copilot stick -lowered fuel selector -upgraded matco brakes, dual calibers -in wing vor -heated pitot with AOA 52gal. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED LANCAIR |
 2006 Lancair IV-PT • $545,000 • FOR SALE • 2006 LANCAIR IV-PT Serial Number: LIV-501 Registration #: N750BH FlightRules: IFR Based at: KRDM Total Time: 512.8 Number of Seats: 4 General Specs: – 4 passengers, Wingspan 30 ft 3 in, Gross Weight 3,800 lbs, Fuel Capacity 145 gal. Performance Specs: – Cruise 370 mph, Range 1,216 nm, Climb rate 4,000 fpm(gross), Take Off Roll 1,200 ft, Landing Roll 1,400 ft. Inspection Status: Annual Condition Inspection Next due 1/31/24. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PIPER |
 2000 Piper Top Cub PA-18-180 • $279,000 • CHECK THIS OUT • 2000 Piper Top Cub PA-18-180 on Whipline 2100-A,100 hour floats. No salt water. 931 TT AF&E. Land gear included. New annual inspection with sale. Always hangared. This Cub is flawless inside and out. It has just about every upgrade available. Has Garmin ADSB in and out, Garmin Com/GPS. Has cargo/fuel belly pod. For complete list of upgrades refer to the log entries in the photos. Trades welcome. • More Info » |
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| A VIEW FROM THE COCKPIT |
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Photo provided by Bud Weishaar.
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| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED TAILDRAGGER |
 Savage Norden • $243,750 • CHECK THIS OUT • 2022 Zlin Norden, Total Time: 40A&E, 4 Blade carbon propeller, Rotax 915iS w141 hp, Garmin G3X panel with standby Instruments, ADSB IN/OUT, Aluminum wing, Aluminum frieze ailerons, Dual slotted aluminum fowler flaps, Electric leading edge aluminum slats, Extended fuel wing tanks (36USG) Dual controls, rudders, brakes, throttles, Carbon floor boards, Carbon extended aft baggage, (7’ overnight accommodation) Carbon deluxe leather tilting seats, 58” ‘shooter’ window w 75mph limit, 58” entry door for easy access w 75mph limit, 29” Alaskan bush tires w dual puck brakes, Acme Black Ops Shocks. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED TWIN |
 Cessna 340A, Amazing Avionics! • $275,000 • FLY RIGHT NOW • TTAF: 3953 Ram VI: 335HP, American Intercoolers Engine 1: 998 SMOH Engine 2: 1215SMOH Prop 1: 04 SMOH, OH 9/23 Prop 2: 04 SMOH Annual due Dec 2024 Amazing Avionics installed Sept. 2021 to the tune of $140k. Remaining warranties apply. Garmin G500TXI Dual Garmin GTN 750 WAAS G5 Backup Attitude indicator, G4 Insight engine monitor, Honeywell AeroCruze 230, touch screen A/P, Garmin GTX345 Transponder, ADS-B in and out. Usual wear, have all 6 seats, 7th seat belt STC. boots are showing their age, with some patches. A/C prepped, has the belly condenser installed. Average paint, and interior. • More Info » |
| THIS WEEK'S FEATURED ULTRALIGHT |
 Aerolite 103 For Sale • $20,000 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE • Beautifully restored and flying 2001 Aerolite 103. Approx 70 hours on the airframe, New Sails 2 years ago, Electric Start, Dual Mag Rotax503 rebuilt by Rotax Rick 10 hours ago, EIS, strobe lights, Black Max hydraulic brakes, Larger tires and beefier leg struts, strut fairings, Ballistic Reserve Magmun 250 good until 7/2025, 3 Blade IVO Prop, Limited documentation. • More Info » |
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