Aircraft For Sale - April 2023

VOL 1. APRIL 2023

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IN THIS ISSUE: The New Owner: The Power of Networking 2 Boosting Thrust Without Breaking the Bank 8 Aircraft Listings 9 Real Estate 12 Aircraft Classifieds 28

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THE NEW OWNER: THE POWER OF NETWORKING The classifieds are not the only place to find your next airplane. Just like in the business world, it could be about who you know.

BY JASON McDOWELL

IF A GUY CAN ENGINEER parts that are, at this very moment, still functioning 14 billion miles away from Earth in interstellar space, I figured he probably knew how to properly care for a 145 hp Continen- tal aircraft engine. This was my rationale behind much of my decision making as I waded through the unfamiliar waters of my first aircraft purchase last spring. The seller spent decades working as an actual rocket engineer, and his work was used on both Voyager space probes. Accordingly, I gave him the benefit of the doubt while evaluating the airplane. I still had a local, independent mechanic perform a thorough pre-purchase inspection, but I felt confident the airplane had been well-maintained. Fortunately, it all worked out in the end. Starting the Search Like most prospective buyers, I began my airplane search bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, intoxicated by visions of a hangar door slowly open- ing to reveal my dream plane. In my mind’s eye, a pristine Cessna 170B would emerge, bathed in glorious shafts of sunlight as unseen angels sang from the heavens above. After more than a year of nonstop searching and shopping, however, I became a shell of my former self. Like Gollum in Lord of the Rings, I spent my days in solitude, crouched over my dimly lit laptop in the darkness. Rocking back and forth and muttering to myself, I constantly refreshed various classified sites in the hopes that previously unseen treasure might be revealed. I was searching for that which did not ex- ist—a reasonably priced Cessna 170. It didn’t help that so many happy aircraft owners were creating such

wonderful photo and video content and slathering it across social me- dia. And it didn’t help that my friend Jim—just on the other side of town—happened to own a beautiful 180 hp 170 of his own, fully outfit- ted with all the coolest upgrades. Sure, I was happy for them and glad to see them out enjoying their own dream machines, but it made it that much more difficult to be stuck in the bloody trenches of an aircraft market that most assuredly belonged to the sellers. The Ugly Truth As anyone who has seriously shopped for an airplane over the past couple of years knows, it’s been ugly out there for quite some time. Airplanes are difficult to come by. Good airplanes even more so. And anymore, examples that are both mechanically sound and attractively priced are virtually unheard of. For the better part of a year, my airplane search became the singular focus of my life. “How are you doing?” my friends and family would ask. I’d reply with something along the lines of, “Well, there was a ‘48 in Ne- braska I should have jumped on, but it sold right away. The cool-look- ing black B-model in Florida isn’t actually a B at all and has had some sketchy mods done that apparently lack the proper STC paperwork.” The silence that would follow reminded me that I was the only person living in my mania, and that they were simply curious to know whether I was still a healthy, functioning member of society—a question I had inadvertently and unknowingly just answered. It was a good thing that I kept the topic alive in those conversations, though, because one of them would ultimately pay off. While exchang- ing some messages with my friend Chelsea in the Pacific Northwest, who owns a sweet Cessna taildragger of her own, I lamented the state

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of the industry and wondered aloud whether I’d ever find my dream 170. Almost in passing, she replied: “There’s a reaaaaally nice 170 for sale out here you could probably get.” That chat was the very first step in a series of events that would ulti- mately lead to my first aircraft purchase. Meeting a Friend of a Friend As it turned out, Chelsea’s neighbor kept his airplane in a hangar at Arlington, Washington. The hangar next to his was owned by an older gentleman named Dick. And inside of Dick’s hangar was a 1953 Cessna 170 he had owned for 41 years. Dick hadn’t listed his 170 for sale anywhere, neither in print nor on- line. He was in his upper 80s, and with some health issues beginning to surface, he recognized it was time to pass his pride and joy on to the next caretaker. But understandably, he didn’t relish the idea, and he wasn’t terribly motivated to speed the process along. Fortunately, he was happy to talk about his own background as well as the airplane’s history. On our first call, we spent more than an hour chatting about flying in general and the 170 in particular. I learned he bought it from a friend in 1980 who had owned it for 10 years prior to that. I asked all the usual questions such as: Dick was an engineer who had worked with a large airline’s fleet of DC-6s and later, with rocket motors. As he described the condition of the 170, it became clear that he treated it with love and with meticu- lousness from a mechanical standpoint. Whenever he anticipated not being able to fly for a substantial length of time, he would prepare the engine accordingly to prevent internal corrosion from forming. He performed owner-assisted annual inspections, staying closely in- tune with the state of the airplane and its various systems. And, he never hesitated to proactively address issues when they began to surface. I asked Dick what components he expected to require replacement next. He thought for a minute, and then said that in 40 years, he never saw a need to replace the brake discs since they still hadn’t worn down to minimum thickness. He suspected they might be getting close. To me, this was fantastic insight into his flying and how he treated the airplane. Sure enough, he went on to explain how he almost never used the brakes when landing, and generally only ever used them to gently stop the airplane from a slow taxiing speed. As we spoke, I had my laptop in front of me with my aircraft savings spreadsheet opened up. That spreadsheet combined various savings accounts and projected income to populate one large, bolded cell titled “Available Funds.” It was a modest number by Cessna 170 standards, and when our conversation eventually found its way to the big ques- tion of Dick’s asking price, I cringed and fully expected his airplane to be out of my reach.

Stunningly, the number he gave me happened to match my available funds exactly. It was literally the same number. The sound of my jaw dropping onto the floor was accompanied by the singing angels of my airplane shopping dreams, and I immediately committed to buying the 170 pending a successful pre-purchase inspection. The ensuing purchasing process would prove to be complex and lengthy, requiring the careful orchestration of multiple projects across a distance of 1,600 miles. But I had finally agreed to buy an airplane. My immediate concern was securing the airplane to ensure that no- body else would swoop in and buy it out from under me. I offered to send Dick a deposit to hold it. Ever the gentleman, he assured me a de- posit was not required, and he agreed to hold it for me without one. I thanked him and after the call, immediately mailed him a thank-you card to express my appreciation. Lessons Learned Having just committed to spending the entirety of my airplane fund, I sat back and reflected on things that had been revealed throughout the process. The current used aircraft market is such a frenzy, one must think outside the box. Rather than monitoring all the usual aircraft classi- fied sites—in the hopes that you’ll be the first to respond to a brand- new listing—it might be worth spending some time networking instead. A phone call to a friendly airport manager or a pilot friend across the country just might reveal an opportunity that’s worth pursuing. Similarly, it might pay off to spend a bit more time at the airport, in the hopes of learning about owners who might potentially sell. For ev- ery unflown airplane that’s gathering dust in a hangar, there’s an owner who just might be interested in selling it. Some shoppers go so far as to query the FAA’s aircraft database and mail letters to existing owners, asking if they’d be willing to sell. All of these efforts can be tedious and time consuming, but they can also be fruitful. The hidden benefit to my own situation was the opportunity to get to know Dick. Learning about his background and the history of the air- plane added an entirely new element to the purchase, and the knowl- edge I was able to soak up about the idiosyncrasies of the airplane was priceless. Because the entire process was methodical and unrushed, I was able to obtain a mini education to accompany the airplane. And that’s something that no classified site can offer. ] JASON McDOWELL is a private pilot and Cessna 170 owner based in Madison, Wisconsin. He enjoys researching obscure aviation history and serves as a judge for the National Intercollegiate Flying Association. He can be found on Instagram as @cessnateur.

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W hen it comes to aircraft modifications, the return on investment runs the gamut. Some items like shoulder harnesses, ADS-B, and good sun visors are no-brainers that provide huge returns. Other items like customized interiors and elaborate paint jobs perhaps fall toward the other end of the spectrum for me. Since I purchased my airplane in 2021, I’ve been carefully choosing upgrades to address its most glaring shortcomings. Throughout this process, I freely acknowledge the indisputable fact that the weakest point of the entire system is the shortcoming found in the left seat. Indeed, for me to suggest that anything else is more in need of improvement is akin to Steven Seagal suggesting that the casts of The Shawshank Redemption or Citizen Kane should take some acting classes. Nevertheless, it’s fun to calibrate one’s airplane to their liking through modifications. For the more technically-minded, even a certified airplane is a blank canvas to tweak and improve. It becomes a question of what sort of flying experience you’re after and then what modifications will help you to achieve that experience in the most cost-effective manner. For me, one of the most concerning parts of many flights has always been the takeoff. Particularly on shorter strips and on hot days, departure-end

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for a minimal investment. A company called Airworx out of Alabama is currently testing a set of high-compression pistons for the Continental O-300 that they predict will increase horsepower from 145 to 180. Unfortunately, neither of these options is available for my engine at this time. Finally, it occurred to me that there was another option—a larger-diameter, flatter-pitch McCauley propeller known as a “seaplane prop” owing to its popularity with floatplane operators who demand additional thrust for takeoff. With my aircraft/engine combination, I could simply order one of these and trade cruise speed for takeoff and climb thrust. And installation was as easy as unbolting the old prop and bolting the new one on. The term “seaplane prop” generally refers to the fixed-pitch 1A175/DM 80/42 propeller, and those last two numbers are the most noteworthy. In this case, the 80 refers to the propeller’s diameter in inches, and the 42 refers to the number of inches the propeller would move forward in one revolution if it were in a solid medium like wood, with no aerodynamic slip. Compared with my stock 76/53 prop, the seaplane prop would move a greater volume of air, and the flatter pitch would enable the engine to achieve higher static rpm and thus, more power on takeoff and climb. As I tend to prefer bopping around from one airport to another while staying close to home over long-distance traveling, the resulting loss of cruise speed seemed inconsequential to me. And the list price of around $5,700 was a fraction of an engine conversion. If my existing prop was long enough in the tooth for me to consider replacement, why not switch to a prop more suited to the flying I was doing? In my case, I had built a good working relationship via social media with the people at McCauley and Textron Aviation, and they agreed to provide me with a prop in exchange for regular feedback and features on a platform separate from FLYING . My writing here was not included in the agreement, so I’m able to freely discuss its pros and cons here in greater depth and detail. Upon receiving the prop, I called my mechanic and arranged a time for him to drive to my hangar for the installation. The installation took him less than one hour. Just like that, I’d unlocked additional thrust from my engine. My first takeoff was absurd. While I wasn’t able to produce exact measurements, I estimate the tail came up in half the distance as usual—perhaps 50 or 60 feet— and I lifted off in perhaps two-thirds my typical distance. Partial fuel and frigid temperatures produced a climb rate of roughly 1,500 to 1,700 feet per minute on the upwind and crosswind legs, which was nearly twice what I was used to seeing. This performance took me by surprise. I reached 500 feet agl about a third of a mile sooner than usual, and I reached pattern altitude as I was turning from crosswind to downwind rather than at midfield. When I reduced power abeam

the numbers and reached over to add the first notch of flaps, I realized that the climb performance was such an improvement, I had forgotten to raise the flaps after takeoff and had been happily trundling along downwind with two notches extended the entire time. Subsequent takeoffs were similarly enjoyable, and I felt like I had a new airplane. When I took a 220-pound friend up for a ride a few weeks later, the resulting takeoff and climb performance seemed on par with that of my old prop and no passengers. So it seemed as though the upgrade produced a performance gain roughly equivalent to having a 220-pound dude hop out of the airplane. Surely, I thought, there must be some serious downsides to the propeller. What might they be? Some might consider the cost to be a downside. At nearly $6,000, the price isn’t exactly pocket change. But as an upgrade, one could sell their used prop to nicely offset the cost by at least $1,500 to $2,000 if it’s in decent shape. Another potential downside is the slightly reduced ground clearance. While three inches isn’t a huge amount, it can be a concern with small tires on a taildragger or when installed on a tricycle-gear airplane and operated on rougher, uneven surfaces. In both cases, a switch to larger tires can reduce or eliminate the concern. On an entirely superficial level, I do miss the mirror-like finish on my old polished prop. It lent a vintage, retro look to my 1953 airplane that has been lost with the new matte black prop. But I suppose I can always have it stripped and polished in the future. The most potentially significant downside is the reduction in cruise speed. I haven’t evaluated it for long enough to have produced entirely accurate numbers, but it initially appears as though my cruise speed has dropped from roughly 110 to 115 mph down to 95 to 100 mph. Add a headwind to the equation, and the ensuing 75 or 80 mph groundspeeds will become pretty tedious. But I anticipated and accepted this tradeoff going into it. Ultimately, I’ve found that the propeller has instantly unlocked fantastic takeoff and climb performance with a significant but acceptable reduction in cruise speed. It doesn’t feel on par with a 180-hp engine upgrade, but it easily feels like I’ve got an additional 10 or 15 horsepower on tap. And most important, it has erased much of the trepidation I’ve had at some of the shorter strips around and has given me more confidence to clear departure-end obstacles with room to spare. Provided an aircraft owner is willing to sacrifice some top-end cruise speed, I recommend the propeller highly. McCauley manufactures the 80/42 prop for all Cessna 170 models as well as all 172 models up to and including the P. It is also approved for the Aeronca Sedan, Challenger, Citabria, and Scout as well as the Piper PA-18-135 Super Cub and all 56 examples of the Jodel D.140B Mousquetaire II ever built. •

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You are cleared for landing! This 26-acre property is a private oasis located in Juniata County, surrounded by a peaceful setting of scenic mountains, serene farmland, and lush green trees. The property is highlighted by a custom 12,000 square feet home, 2,650 ft paved lighted runway, over 23,000 square feet of hangars, 6,000 gallon fuel storage, 2 residential rental properties, an apartment and another residential home. Centrally located half-way between Harrisburg and State College next to Route 322, this 26.3 acre airport features a 2,650 ft paved, lighted runway with a GPS approach. Only 153nm west of KTEB, 114nm from KPNE and a 55-minute drive to Harrisburg International Airport. The airport has over 23,000 sq ft of hangars in 13 different units. Three of these hangars (9,400 sq ft) are heated. The airport has 6,000 gallons of fuel storage set up for two fuels. Also on the airport are two residential rental properties, an apartment, and a house. The house can be redeveloped into a hangar home. There is 3.5 acres of undeveloped land as well. The owner’s home, separately deeded, was completed in 2008 and is a 12,973 sq ft custom home on 2.2 acres which includes 9,837 sq ft on two floors, a 1,632 sq ft heated garage which can be opened to 37 ft of free span, and a 1,504 sq ft screened-in porch. Below the screened-in porch is a pre-dug area for a 15x50 swimming pool that is enclosed for year-round use. The home is completely covered with alarm systems, video surveillance systems, a separate RO water system, a telephone system and high-speed internet, which is great for remote office work! Geneva: 704-798-5214 carolinaairparks@gmail.com www.CarolinaAirparks.com

Discovery Bay at Norwalk Landing, LLC Ralph Lemme (605) 366-5447 • rtlemme@aol.com www.norwalklanding.com 207 SAW MILL RD, WEATHERLY, PA 18255 Offered at $5,785,000

Ron Lambert • (772) 778-2334 This peaceful and secluded Country Estate includes over 370 acres with scenic water views, nature’s wildlife, rolling meadows and rich wooded acreage. It features a beautiful custom built English Manor home, an updated 19th century Bank barn, 60x100 Pole barn, Greenhouse, windmill, and countless more amenities throughout. For aircraft enthusiasts, this property even has its own registered 3500’ Private Airstrip with a heated and insulated Hangar that will house up to 3 planes. Included in the sale are 2 beautiful cabins that can be used for extended family, guest homes, or even as income driven vacation rentals. Rustic, yet still luxurious, these two cabins offer three bedrooms, two baths, spacious open ceilings, and covered private decks on both levels. They are decorated with unique and rare root furniture and include numerous fireplaces and fully equipped kitchens. You will feel warm and welcomed the moment you step through the door! The 2-story English Manor home is a breathtaking gem with a classic feel and modern amenities, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths.There is truly something for everyone on and around this property. Go fishing in your private spring fed trout ponds and streams, with convenient access to nearby lakes and rivers. Enjoy biking on miles of trails, hiking to the 50-foot waterfall on your way to the Lehigh River. You will find yourself just minutes from whitewater rafting, tubing, and other water recreational activities. Also, have fun mountain biking and snowmobiling on your own groomed trails. Endless activities are yours to enjoy every season! Where Excellence Meets Experience. Anne M. Lusk. Realtor® | www.AnneLusk.com 100 Foxshire Drive | Lancaster, PA 17601 | 717.291.9101 Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.

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1 ACRE LOT | 5 BR, 6.5 BATH. | 5700 S.F. | 65’ X 65’ HANGAR

1 ACRE LOT | 3 BR, 3.5 BATH. | 4000 S.F. | 45’ X 45’ HANGAR

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The Fields is a luxury fly-in resort and community that features an airpark with hangar homes and outdoor adventure activities. • Tennessee is one of the lowest-cost states in the U.S. to live (No state in- come or capital gain taxes) • Located in the Sequatchie Valley, Tennessee (30 miles from Chattanooga and 90 miles from Nash- ville)

• Lots with runway access

• Valley and mountain prop- erties available, suitable for smaller homes or large estates • Community to include farm-to-table restaurants, retail, spa and resort • Outdoor activities to include rock climbing, equestrian activities, vineyard/winery, 4x4, hang gliding, kayaking, plus boating and water sports on nearby lakes

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EXPERIENCE THE FIELDS To learn more about lot reservations and to stay up-to-date on the latest, visit flythefields.com

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For those aircraft owners who live the aviation lifestyle, many find themselves dreaming of living with their aircraft and being able to preflight, taxi, and take off to a destination within minutes of leaving the house. Whether it’s a single-day business trip allowing for dinner plans at home to stay intact, or the entire family loading up to visit friends in a neighboring state—living with your airplane unlocks opportunities. For most, living in a fly-in community requires a trade-off between the amenities expected from a master-planned development and those required by an operating airport—to satisfy everyone’s needs in the household—and thus it remains a dream. At its core, The Fields has been developed to solve this dilemma. Designed by pilots and keeping family, friends, and non-aviation residents in mind as a priority, The Fields marries the best of fly-in community living with world-class amenities everyone can enjoy. “We wanted to design a development that has community at its core, allowing for pilots to enjoy the advantages aviation unlocks while focusing on the key aspects that make a new urbanist community attractive,” says Jon Ricketts, partner in The Fields. “This concept is unique to aviation, as other developments don’t cater to the non-aviation spouse or family. We wanted a community that our spouses would be proud to call home and invite their friends to visit.” In addition to the onsite amenities surrounding a 4,300-foot runway, The Fields is strategically located in southeastern Tennessee. The area features a long list of beautiful flying adventures nearby, close proximity to major metropolitan areas, and a tax-friendly state for residents. By pilots, for pilots—The Fields is the new standard for fly-in communities.

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For more information on these properties and more, please visit www.CarolinaAirparks.com Geneva: 704-798-5214 •carolinaairparks@gmail.com Allen & Allen, Incorporated Our Goal is to Help You Achieve Your Goals.

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3 Beds | 4 Full Baths 1 1/2 Bath | 4,800 sq ft. 1.22 Acre Lot | Built 2008 • Main floor Master Bedroom. • Open floor plan w/foyer, kitchen, breakfast area, dining room, great room and enclosed porch. • Large patio w/arbor just off the porch. • Second-floor balcony overlooks the Great Room. • Hangar features a 40’ bi-fold hangar door. ATTENTION PILOTS & AVIATORS. Come Live Your Dream!

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3 Beds | 3 Full Baths | 1 1/2 Bath | 2,762 sq ft | 2.1 Acre Lot | Built ‘08 • Includes high ceilings, outside upper deck & lower screened in porch. • A large attic space was framed to add an extra room. • The kitchen has everything and more. • Excellent views of the runway from all rooms.

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600 AIRPORT DR, MIFFLINTOWN, PA 17059 Offered at $3,995,000

207 SAW MILL RD, WEATHERLY, PA 18255 Offered at $5,785,000

Anne M. Lusk. Realtor® | www.AnneLusk.com 100 Foxshire Drive | Lancaster, PA 17601 | 717.291.9101 Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated. This peaceful and secluded Country Estate includes over 370 acres with scenic water views, nature’s wildlife, rolling meadows and rich wooded acreage. It features a beautiful custom built English Manor home, an updated 19th century Bank barn, 60x100 Pole barn, Greenhouse, windmill, and countless more amenities throughout. For aircraft enthusiasts, this property even has its own registered 3500’ Private Airstrip with a heated and insulated Hangar that will house up to 3 planes. Included in the sale are 2 beautiful cabins that can be used for extended family, guest homes, or even as income driven vacation rentals. Rustic, yet still luxurious, these two cabins offer three bedrooms, two baths, spacious open ceilings, and covered private decks on both levels. They are decorated with unique and rare root furniture and include numerous fireplaces and fully equipped kitchens. You will feel warm and welcomed the moment you step through the door! The 2-story English Manor home is a breathtaking gem with a classic feel and modern amenities, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths.There is truly something for everyone on and around this property. Go fishing in your private spring fed trout ponds and streams, with convenient access to nearby lakes and rivers. Enjoy biking on miles of trails, hiking to the 50-foot waterfall on your way to the Lehigh River. You will find yourself just minutes from whitewater rafting, tubing, and other water recreational activities. Also, have fun mountain biking and snowmobiling on your own groomed trails. Endless activities are yours to enjoy every season! Where Excellence Meets Experience.

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