Spruce Creek Fly-In - Part 1 |
By Gary Rosier, Contributing Photographer |
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In this photo essay by photographer Gary Rosier, we explore a collection of images showcasing the vibrant
aircraft and passionate pilots who attended the Spruce Creek Fly-In. Held at the Spruce Creek Airport (7FL6) in Port
Orange, Florida, this event captures the spirit of aviation and the unique community that makes Spruce Creek a
destination like no other. Read more…
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRPORT PROPERTY - FLORIDA |
LUXURY FLYING
HOMESTEAD • $975,000 •
GREAT OPPORTUNITY
• 2000' Grass strip NW of Gainesville Florida, 7FL7 is a 7.5 acre
property a perfect blend of luxury living and equestrian facilities. The 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home
1,975 sf and 1,145 sq ft porch area and a large carport. A spacious pool area with a 24' x 20' pool. 50'
x 70' metal hangar with a 44'x14' bifold door. A 60' x 16' lean-to with an outdoor kitchen. The hangar
is 2,000 sf, with an insulated and AC'd 955 sf shop, a half bath. A 36' x 34' barn/shop with AC an added
36' x 36' open stall area. Two pastures (1.2 and 1.3 acres) a 24' x 16' loafing shed. An 18' x 36' RV
pad 30 amp hookup.
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRPORT PROPERTY - TEXAS |
EAGLES NEST
AIRPARK • $1,295,000 •
FOR SALE
• Hard to find airpark home on the runway near Midlothian, Tx.
Private backyard oasis featuring an expansive 35x30 covered outdoor living area PLUS a detached 60x50
airplane hangar includes a 400 sq ft workshop, with the option for an unfinished apartment or extra
storage upstairs. The bifold airplane door is 50x12, Plus a 40x20 covered area for RVs, boats, etc. PLUS
a 3-car garage. Eagle's Nest airpark is a centrally located retreat between Dallas and Fort Worth, with
easy access to DFW and Love Field airports. 3200 ft hard surface runway with pilot-controlled lighting,
FAA identifier T56.
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AUCTION |
CONSIGNMENT HOUSE
EXCESS INV. •
AVIATION AUCTION
• 2 day online only auction will include New, Overhauled & as
removed inventory for Cessna 150 thru 421, Piper PA 18 thru PA 46, Beech Bonanza thru King Air,
Citation, Learjet, Gulfstream, Continental & Lycoming Engine Inv. and Accessories, PT6 & Garrett Inv.,
Turbine engine accy, Lycoming 540 Engine, Avionics & Instruments, Hardware etc. Auction is open now,
Lots start closing at 9am Mountain time both days Dec. 4th & 5th.
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AUCTION |
2015 RV-8 |
N195BM •
AIRCRAFT AUCTION
• This RV-8 is top notch in craftsmanship. The current owner is
also the builder, chose a Franklin engine built of new old stock with fuel injection and electronic
ignition. | ACTT 420, Franklin EXPCIO-350E (certified 220 block matches McCauley Prop) ETT 420, McCauley
201 2-blade 78" PTT 420, ADS-B in/out, GNS 430 WAAS, SL40 Comm, GMA 240 panel, 327 transponder, GRT
engine mtr, info, fuel senders, Tru Trak Vision AP. Many extras, excellent condition | Auction Dates:
December 4-11 | Located near: Cartersville, GA
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AVIAT |
FOR SALE
• $135,000 •
AVAILABLE FOR SALE
• 2002 Aviat A1-B pup (no flaps )662 total time A&E.Zero since 500
hr mag inspection,transponder cert.new muffler install and Annual inspection. O-320 lycoming with fixed
pitch prop. Friend of seller
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY |
LSA MANUFACTURING
BUSINESS • $50,000 •
ACCEPTING OFFERS
• The Springbok is a successfull French LSA, last model of a series
that started in the early 80's. A total close to 1000 aircraft built. It is RUGGED, EASY, STOL and FUN !
Approved for serial manufacturing in europe with rotax / zongshen 80hp or 100hp. LOOKING FOR BUSINESS
PARTNER IN NORTH AMERICA. Could be importer, distributor, kit assembler or full manufacturer (purchase
of the rights & tooling). Demo aircraft already in North Carolina and flying. Could be displayed at Sun
& Fun !
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA |
1980 CESSNA 172P FOR
SALE • $119,000 •
FOR SALE
• Location Gig Harbor, WA AFTT 5119 ENG SMOH 1790 O-320-D2J Annual
Due October 2025 The seller's grand daughter just finished up her PPL in this one All records
scrutinized and passed - Simple straight forward COMM/Radios are easy to operate - Clean interior and
very nice glass - It is a straight flying perfect example of the 172P. 44 Gallon Fuel Capacity No
corrosion - Strong engine, during the last annual the #3 cyl was removed/reworked and now has 78/80
compression. Garmin 430 (non WAAS) Dual Com UAvonics ADSB Out Clear Glass Leather seats Interior 7/10
Exterior 7/10
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED EXPERIMENTAL |
AIRCRAFT DESIGN INC.
STALLION • $475,000 •
AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE SALE
• Surplus to our requirement this is a rare opportunity to purchase
one of the greatest GA aircraft ever built. Martin Hollam's Stallion. Over 160 gallons of fuel at an
average speed of 185 knot burning 14 gallons per hour. First registered in 1994 this aircraft has a
total time of 805 hours. The engine has had a bulk strip and the propeller has been overhauled. Now
ADS-B compliant with the installation of a Garmin GNX 375. Also installed is a GMA 245 Audio panel and
GTR 200 Comm.
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED GRUMMAN |
1968 GRUMMAN YANKEE
AA-1 • $38,500 •
AVAILABLE FOR SALE
• Selling this beautiful Grumman/American Aviation AA-1 Yankee.
This aircraft as been very well cared for and is in great condition. Selling to put funds towards a
larger aircraft. TT-1935.9Hrs, last annual 02/06/2023. Can have aircraft annualed prior to sale. Bendix
King KX155,Garmin GTX 335 ADS-B Transponder, Oil cooler STC, One mag replaced with Electro-air
Electronic Ignition, Auto Gas STC. The engine was rebuilt at 1095hrs.
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED LIGHT-SPORT |
SLING 2 S-LSA FOR
SALE • $185,000 •
GREAT OPPORTUNITY
• Beautiful and well-loved Sling 2 S-LSA for sale with only 275
hrs. Striking ramp appeal. Dual screen Garmin G3X, G5, and Garmin autopilot set up for VFR flying. Rotax
912 ULS with recent 5-year rubber replacement performed. No parachute.
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PIPER |
1964 TWIN COMANCHE
MILLER • $178,000 •
FOR SALE BY OWNER
• Extraordinary Highly Modified PA30 Miller Conversion. Very rare
plane. 200HP Engines. Many Speed Mods. 220mph (182 knot) cruise at 18gph! New Modern Panel: Avidyne
IFD540, Aspen EFT 1000, Lynx Txp, STEC 60-2 Autopilot w/ Altitude pre-select, LIDAR Audio Height Above
Runway Landing System, JPI 760 Engine Monitor, Stormscope, 1/4" Tinted 1-Piece Windshield. Gorgeous
Plane Featured on cover of Comanche Flyer. Mid-time engines. Excellent compressions. New custom
exhausts. Dry climate plane. All logs. Based at KHND.
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PRODUCT |
STREAMLINE
WIRES •
ACCEPTING ORDERS
• Bruntons Aero Products Ltd. has been developing the art of flying
wire manufacturing since 1909. Their quality is known and respected throughout the aviation industry
worldwide. RARE Aircraft is proud to be the North American distributor for Bruntons Aero
Products.Streamline Wires and Tie Rods are used for internal or external bracing on aircraft (wings,
tail surfaces, undercarriages, floats etc.)… wherever a load in tension must be carried. Contact our
parts department for quotes and orders.
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED RAFFLE |
BOSE A30
SWEEPSTAKES •
ANNUAL SWEEPSTAKES
• Eagles Nest Projects Wisconsin announces its annual Youth
Aviation Sweepstakes! Prizes include Bose A30 Headsets and cash prizes to double your money. We've added
more chances to win based on your feedback! Limited to 8,000 tickets, the sweepstakes ends September 5,
2025, or when sold out. No minimum sales are required for the draw. Tickets start at $10, with discounts
as low as $3 each for bulk purchases. No limit on how many you can buy—act now before they're gone!
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to support youth aviation and win big!
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A VIEW FROM THE COCKPIT |
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Photo provided by David Carton.
Click on the photo to see previous airport photos.
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Do you know what airport/airstrip this is and where in the World it's located?
Email your guess to us at eFlyer@barnstormers.com
for the chance of seeing your name published in the eFLYER.
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Mark Stanfield was able to correctly
identify the previous issue's photo of
Little Rock Air Force Base (KLRF) in Jacksonville, Arkansas, USA. Congratulations!
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED SERVICE |
PRE-BUY INSPECTIONS &
FERRY •
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
• Available for Pre-Buy Inspections, Ferry & Checkout. Your all in
one "buying a new airplane" guy! A&P IA,CFI, MEI. Operator of maintenance shop & flight school. Ferry
pilot with 4000 HRS & 100+ types. Available for Pre-Buys. Travel to your location or mine. Can
coordinate ferry & delivery & checkout to new owner as required by FAA or insurance. My goal is to save
you from buying a lemon. Taylor made evaluations for your aircraft / situation / budget. Specializing in
most GA singles and twins. Classics, antiques, Aerobatic and taildraggers. Central CA based, call now,
schedule fills up fast!
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED TAILDRAGGER |
2007 AMERICAN LEGEND
CUB • $87,000 •
SUPER DEAL!
• Only 2 owners since new (both Commercial pilots). 994 TTSN -
Continental O-200. Always hangared Combat Green - L4 Army colors & markings. Factory-built LSA - no
Medical required! Complete log books and maintenance records since new. Annual good through 2/2025.
Garmin SL40 VHF Radio. Garmin GTX-320A Transponder. Garmin GDL-82 ADS-B Out. Sentry Mini for ADS-B-In.
This is the most fun you can have in an airplane for less than $100k! 85-MPH at 6-GPH... low maintenance
and insurance... and turns heads at any airport you fly into. Airplane is located in San Diego, CA
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED VAN'S RV |
2014 VANS
RV-9A • $195,000 •
FOR SALE OR TRADE
• 2014 RV-9A 525 TTSN flown regularly. Superior XO-320, Catto 3
blade, dual Pmags, QB Fuselage, earthX, Classic Aero interior, Garmin G3X, 625, GDL39R, SL30, GMC305
Integrated Autopilot, PSEng Com 2 w/ Bluetooth, ADSB in/out, traffic/Wx, IBBS backup batt, GPS/Nav/ILS,
IFR, by Steinair, Berringer nose wheel, Grove wheels, new tires, antisplat gear stiff, air/oil
seperator, AeroLEDs, HID land/taxi, Vetterman Exh. w/ dual muffs, Reiff Pre Heat. I am the builder, All
logs & Receipts, no damage, Ready to Rock. Consider trade for 180, 182, Maule, PA32 Husky, 8GCBC. fast
efficient stable easy to fly.
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