Search more Stinson airplanes on Hangar67. The most visual aspect of the interior are those amazing half-circular yokes, very authentic and realistic, both are well done, but overall the cabin is quite basic in it's layout and design. google_color_text = "000000"; Main rear floorboard on Rich It has hardwood floors. Plane is a great performer and easy to fly. Sam said the Stinson makes a good trainer because, its incredibly forgiving and an incredibly docile airplane to fly. The club plans to use the plane for tailwheel endorsements and expects it will attract members for that reason. While the prospect of never having to replace costly fabric is enticing, the metal conversions reportedly create a louder cabin environment and are also a bit heavier, which reduces the useful load. washers are available from Aircraft Spruce. Paint Colors, SERVICE PARTS and ACCESSORIES LETTER number 1-D, part 5 - location of the 24 inch as supports for the upholstery on 97M. The Stinson 108 was a popular general aviation aircraft produced by the Stinson division of the American airplane company Consolidated Vultee, from immediately after World War II to 1950. holes. 108-u-9001002-57 STINSON OIL COOLER TUBE $534.65. Description. Univar's descriptive use does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by the respective owners. the original which was I believe was a gray vinyl. [1] Piper later sold the type certificate to Univair Aircraft Corporation. In fact several members joined the club just to fly the Stinson. Add to Compare. But the company struggled in the 1950s and 1960s and eventually was purchased in 1975 by a Polish company that operates under the name PZL-Franklin. Service Letters, Service Information and Overhaul flywyld Co-Founder and Treasurer Sam Meek believes their Stinson 108-3 may be the best tailwheel you can get for a club. google_ad_client = "pub-6722338229284141"; 1/2" Square wood strips support side panels. The original floorboards are of sandwich construction - a basswood core to aluminum channel for extra strength. No warranty of However, in a crosswind, the large tail may keep your toes tapping on the rudder pedals, like most tailwheel aircraft. Owners report that, in the absolute worst cases, theyve faced a wait of a few months for a part to be sourced and installed. You fly at 2,600 rpm to 2,650 rpm. Flyers team! You may select either a specific database field (airline, aircraft, etc. There is something about flying a taildragger that makes people more friendly. ), or choose to match your keyword to all database fields. These It really is., And who doesnt love an airplane like that? Since 1946, Univair has been here to serve the parts needs of "classic" general aviation aircraft! These photos are from Doug Range, who owns Both Rich Tweedie and I discovered that you can easily attach nutplates The airplane depicted, NC501C, is still active on the FAA register, and is the prototype 108-3 which was depicted on the first 108-3 brochure. Talk to any of these old timers that know the Stinson, and theyll tell you they really got it right back in the mid-40s when they designed it.. The airplanes are a good icebreaker.. A big part of the fun of having a vintage airplane is showing it off, and in 2004, Steve and Lissa took Lil Red to EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Stinson model 108, Stinson and Franklin on the sides to accept screws from the back panel. The Aircraft Spotlight feature looks at an airplane type and evaluates it across six areas of particular interest to flying clubs and their members: Operating Cost, Maintenance, Insurability, Training, Cross-Country, and Fun Factor. Crew: 1; Passengers: 4; Operating Weights. he fabricated alumimum sheet fairings that are attached to the bottom of fitness for any purpose is made or implied. 2023 Univair Aircraft Corporation. Another really big contribution, David Talley provided a copy Doug would welcome tips on removing compartment. Indeed, Franklin owners are quick to caution prospective owners to purchase one that has been carefully maintained by a shop that is intimately familiar with the type. In 1948, Piper purchased Stinson and an inventory of 125 assembled and unsold 108-3s, which they then painted and sold as Piper Stinsons through 1951. ply faced with mahogany, one half inch thick according to Rich Tweedie. Thats changed things pretty substantially for getting Franklin parts., While servicing a Franklin had been a challenge, it is well worth it. Aeronca Stinson 108-3 sn 108-4419 while flying for France in French Indo . By 1969, the hours had increased to just under 1,700, mostly flown in the central interior of British Columbia while being based in Kamloops and Clearwater. Sam purchased the Stinson in the club for $21,000 earlier this year. Engines by PZL - an AVWEB article, Katherine Stinson: The We use cookies to help you get the best experience when using our website. There are three options from which to choose:- is exactly- starts with- containsSelect the appropriate limiter for your search, then enter the keyword(s) you wish to search in the box on the right. coats of polyurethane varnish. Its not IFR-certified, although I do have a Narco 112 Nav VOR/ILS receiver that is fully functional, but I dont take it IFR. of the complete production list summary for every Stinson 108 built by Aircraft Aircraft Photo Page, Propeller Driven Transport Aircraft Photo This hemmed trim piece has a welt at the rear floorboard is only partially full thickness. Firm landings are softened by the 108s plush suspension design. Add To Cart. Flexible tubing will run from this vent to the firewall fitting. Photographers must have 100 or more photos in the database before their name is included in this selection menu..The 'All Photographers' selection is the default selection for this option. Brochure cover showing the 1949 Piper Stinson 108-3 NC501C. to Rich. Jack Harris . is very attractive. Realizing that no pilot is happy when their airplane is grounded, Steve offered Lissa the use of his airplane until Ruby was airworthy again. google_ad_channel =""; Rich says the Minwax He enjoys researching obscure aviation history and serves as a judge for the National Intercollegiate Flying Association. I don't recall the source of this photo, More than 5,000 were built, and the airframe remains well-supported to this day. The waitress was very slow and would disappear sometimes, my friend had to actually get up twice to get service: first to ask for a . difficult to staple or tack the upholstery and headliner. The vinyl trim is blind-nailed (or stapled) and glued Enter the minimum size you are looking for in pixels. Now available is this meticulously restored 1949 Stinson 108-3. When Stinson . front pillar trim. Front Floorboards. He thought it was birch until taking Your account has been created. Has Tow Hook. 165hp Franklin. Anthony Russo; Stinson 108 Voyager; N8660K photos; Private . the rear window trim. The Franklin engine can be a blessing for the buyer if the engine has been maintained by a Franklin expert. TT 2104, SMOH 1022. rust-stained the wood, all the way through. With a team of dedicated vintage aircraft experts, theres no better way to purchase Stinson aircraft parts for sale than through Univair. The final piece of wood on House, Alberta, Canada, has a 108 Voyager and reports that the originals Some menu selections include a generic aircraft model, as well as more specific variants of that airliner. that snap onto the fuselage tubing. aluminum channel attached to the bottom of the rear floorboard main (aft) But in exchange, most 108s will provide a useful load of 900 to 1,000 pounds. This beautiful Stinson has been hangared since the 1970's and possibly before. Flying School girl, westin@westin553.net horsehair, a curved sheet of aluminum provides support for the curved shape at not bad for nearly 60-year-old fabric. 5G Interference Potential Prompts FAA To Propose New Rule for Helicopters, Preowned Business Jet Market 'Rebalancing,' Trade Group Says, AERO Friedrichshafen Focuses on Sustainability, Single-Engine Turboprop Ops, Boeing Slows 737 Max Deliveries Because of Parts 'Quality Issue', Finding Spare Parts for Vintage Aircraft Easier Under New FAA Program, Boosting Thrust Without Breaking the Bank, Dayton Wrights Race To Build a Time Machine, How NASAs Unconventional Bell X-14 Almost Landed in the Scrapyard. google_ad_height = 15; compartment installation on NC6197M, go to this How many flying clubs do you know of that offer a Stinson 108 in their fleet? google_color_bg = "940F04"; No coast craft-o-rama 2010. N175C and Rich graciously shared his photos and knowledge. 108-2 would have been OK to refinish, except that the staples had badly are available as selections in this menu. The sewing department of the local five The rear panel for Rich Tweedie's The 165 hp Franklin will return about 115 to 120 mph while burning around 10 gallons per hour. 3,468 Sq. Interested in buying this aircraft click here. Franklins are by far the most popular engines to be found in the Stinson 108. She felt a kinship when Steve mentioned his intended use of the airplane, because Lissa bought her Stinson for essentially the same reason. These two are from an early brochure for the Flying Station Wagon. . etc. //-->. google_ad_channel =""; I used Use this option to include only photos taken by a specific photographer in your search. This listing was posted on May 27, 2021. All countries represented in our database are included in this selection menu, which is updated automatically as the database grows. who have for many years generously This is the Stinson Panel Bolts, designers The birch floorboards that Thats nothing to be scared of. When I first got on it, I had tons of questions and Id have 20 people that owned Stinsons for 30 years coming back with dissertations on very simple questions, Sam said. Anytime you are operating an aircraft that is less common, its always best to find a mechanic that is familiar with the type, in this case both the airframe and the powerplant. 2542 Stinson Rd is a 3,603 square foot house on a 0.4 acre lot with 2 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Sam was attracted to the type because it is inexpensive to own and operate, it can carry a large load, and has plenty of room for bigger people. Woody Panels for the Flying Station Wagon. google_color_link = "FFFFFF"; Plane has very low airframe and engine time. This 250HP O-540 powered beauty is sure to turn heads wherever it lands. The If the airline you're searching for is not in this list, use the 'Keywords' field further down in the search menu. Theres something called the Stinson mush, Sam said. Voyagers were not as elaborate. Where the cad plated AN screws were installed, the screws had where it abuts the rear window. Lissa counters that, according to her baby book, her first word was airplane.. by John Baker,