Baggage Compartment. Meg Godlewski. by John Baker, . The vinyl trim is blind-nailed (or stapled) and glued plans to fabricate vinyl "boots" for the pedals, reducing drafts further. Copyright 2002-2023 JetPhotos All Rights Reserved. All countries represented in our database are included in this selection menu, which is updated automatically as the database grows. Birch ply is finished with clear Minwax polyurethane varnish. or adding electrical devices or avionics in a Stinson 108's, Franklin Service Bulletins, Service News and Named for their rated horsepower, the 150 and 165 are the most common, with a 1,200-hour TBO. of ply and that they overlap about a half inch where the two sections meet. This vintage 1943 Stinson V-77 with British markings is proudly presented. 108 Service Parts and Accessories Letters, changing fit over the seat sling support tube. 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. Stinson delivered approximately 4,935 aircraft and Piper delivered approximately 325 aircraft. Insurance for the Stinson is roughly $4,500 to operate it in the club, Sam said, compared to $3,000 to insure it as an individual owner. google_ad_client = "pub-6722338229284141"; Voyagers were not as elaborate. Flying School girl, westin@westin553.net In some models, the floor was reinforced making it a popular cargo airplane. I used Minwax polyurethane spray on all of When youre flying, you really back it off just a touch. Note: The total number of photos, enclosed in brackets, is updated four (4) times hourly, and may be slightly inaccurate. 108-4693)! ply faced with mahogany, one half inch thick according to Rich Tweedie. shaken up over the Sierra's (1500-2000 ft/min up and downdrafts)." Copyright 2023 Flying Media. Unfortunately, the rudder itself was only slightly enlarged, and many pilots complain that the 108-3 is more difficult to handle in crosswinds and while taxiing in windy conditions. Jason McDowell is a private pilot and Cessna 170 owner based in Madison, Wisconsin. It requires a new track to be fabricated, the retaining tab to be extended and extra slots to be cut. Lissa was happy to answer his questions. Steve retired from the airlines in 2020, and though he has more time to fly Lil Red, it is Lissa who spends the most time at the airport. The Keywords field is ideal for searching for such specifics as aircraft registrations, photographers' names, specific airport/city names, specific paintschemes (i.e. Didnt try to teach me, didnt try to take over. . She has about 3,000 hours now., Steve even taught me to fly instruments and I still like him, Lissa joked. Airlines are listed in alphabetical order. is sectioned to provide clearance for the fuel lines. How many flying clubs do you know of that offer a Stinson 108 in their fleet? This is the Stinson Panel The garage door track serves Sam was attracted to the type because it is inexpensive to own and . compartment. Stinson NC6197M Project. What follows is January 2019 annual. These variants are denoted by a - before the aircraft name. The 108-3 was the first model that differed visually. You do not have any albums. Plane was completely rebuilt with new interior and many upgrades. Tom Messeder, Its just a classy airplane., 2023 Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, How many flying clubs do you know of that offer a Stinson 108 in their fleet? They still have many more trips to fly, they say. The aircraft then went dormant for a number of years and arrived disassembled in Langley, British . Made The Flying Station Wagon came with wood interior panels that resembled the woody cars of the era and added a structurally reinforced rear floor that raised the weight capacity from 350 to 600 pounds. All Stinson model 108, 108-1, 108-2, 108-3 and 108-4 aircraft were built by Stinson at Wayne, Michigan. Has many upgrades including LED . I showed up at the airport at 9 a.m. one Saturday morning and it was all these old guys and her, Steve said. Another shot of the main rear Selecting 'Boeing 747,' for example, will show results featuring all Boeing 747 jetliners in our database, while selecting '- Boeing 747-200' will show all Boeing 747-200 variants in our database (Boeing 747-200, Boeing 747-212B, Boeing 747-283F, etc.). support pieces above and below the window frame. The Hartzell HC-C2YK-18F constant speed prop has 70 hours SMOH in 2013. But its rare to find a club with a four-seat taildragger. 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. correct pattern, but the upholstery is new and done in a maroon color instead of However, in a crosswind, the large tail may keep your toes tapping on the rudder pedals, like most tailwheel aircraft. Although it was a big portion. The Franklin engine can be a blessing for the buyer if the engine has been maintained by a Franklin expert. installation by Stan Bearup. spurs and a round base are available at many hardware stores according 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.. This Stinson Reliant is distinctly original. Rich used 3 mm aircraft The implication is that youll spend that amount in one of two ways: either in the form of repairs, making an inexpensive example safe and airworthy, or in the form of purchasing a pristine model in the first place. David Talley and Here, one of the certified Voyager pilots taxis her to her parking spot where she'll be on static display. and fit well. google_ad_width = 728; Please create one by clicking. In this photo we see the wood Search more Stinson airplanes on Hangar67. In constructing the new a general discussion of woodwork in the Stinson based on my experiences 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. some wood in the Stinson 108, particularly in the Flying Station Wagon used 1/16 inch stainless steel welding rod to make his own stainless staples They are reinforced with aluminum channels set on the diagonal. More-powerful engines greatly enhance takeoff-and-climb performance but only increase cruise speed by 10 to 20 mph. The availability of engine parts such as crankshafts can occasionally be a challenge, but with the dedication of companies such as franklinparts.com, even the most difficult- to-source parts can be found at prices comparable to Continental and Lycoming parts. Realizing that no pilot is happy when their airplane is grounded, Steve offered Lissa the use of his airplane until Ruby was airworthy again. Engines by PZL - an AVWEB article, Katherine Stinson: The In addition, its got leading-edge wing slats in front of the ailerons, which improve its slow flight performance and make it hard to tell when youre in a stall. of the rear floorboard with the cabin vent installed. Photo is from the inside looking 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. Rich and his wife Judith restored These two are from an early brochure for the Flying Station Wagon. It had an article in it about the Stinson 108, calling it the best bang for the buck when it came to four-placed aircraft. Finding parts could be difficult, but things are changing. Virtually every 108 owner praises the airplanes light, balanced handling and control harmony. Lissa purchased her airplane in 1997 from a man in Denver. On NC6197M I used aircraft The floorboards are then secured general Aviation sales for 1947 in units and dollar value, Stinson 108 Factory Delivered Like many Piper elevator-trim systems, the 108 uses an overhead crank. of the complete production list summary for every Stinson 108 built by The airplane was repainted Stinson Red, which is a factory color circa 1947. are of 3/16" mahogany ply. Add to Compare. You may select to display only photos from certain categories, such as Special Paintschemes, Flight Deck photos, etc. hardware. I said yes and he gave it to me.. front seat upholstery, it appears to be original. This pulldown menu, in addition to each photographer available as a search limiter, also shows the number of photos currently in the database for each specific photographer, enclosed in brackets. A survey of Stinsons listed for sale at the time of this writing found 12 examples ranging in price from $22,000 to $49,500, with a median price of $29,998. the water stains. Thank you for verifying your email address! front floorboards in the area of the rudder pedals. Her airplane, named Ruby, is a burgundy 1947 Stinson 108-2. Add To Cart. Phone: +1 954-676-4092. With a team of dedicated vintage aircraft experts, theres no better way to purchase Stinson aircraft parts for sale than through Univair. Univair Aircraft Corporation of Aurora, Colorado, holds the 108 type certificate and owns much of the original tooling used by Stinson. If you're not yet a member, please sign up for an account. The answer is not many, but one that does is flywyld Aviators, a brand new flying club based at Manassas Regional Airport (HEF) in Virginia (See November 2020 Club Spotlight). Engine Repair, Stinson they were basswood. the floorboards around the rudder pedals. And its roomy enough for bigger pilots. You open up the cowl and there is oil all over the thing. google_color_bg = "940F04"; Please note that, due to space constraints, this menu includes only airlines of which 10 or more photos exist in our database. spruce, and even construction grade plywood. to the J-clips with U-type tinnerman nuts and screws. edge of the headliner. We also have tires, propellers, windshields, navigation lights and so much more from well known and trusted brand names. dimensions. Speed varies by engine. If you are looking for a specific category of photo, use this menu. Tail Section. This story appeared in theJanuary-February 2021 issueof Flying Magazine. on the sides to accept screws from the back panel. Flexible tubing will run from this vent to the firewall fitting. One day in 1998, Steve learned a man in Denver had a Stinson 108-1 for sale. Four primary subtypes were available: the 108 (or straight 108), 108-1, 108-2 and 108-3. Please note that, due to space constraints, this menu includes only airlines of which 10 or more photos exist in our database. I have all paperwork and maintenance documents. 3,468 Sq. oil is wiped on, goes much quicker, and looks great. 4 Beds. Information, Parts Records & Stinson Historical Info, Stinson Production Record for the model 108, s/n 108-1 to 108-750, Stinson Production Record for the model 108-1, s/n 108-701 to 108-2250, Stinson Production Record for the model 108-2, s/n 108-2201 to 108-3500, Stinson Production Record for the model 108-3, s/n 108-3501 to 108-5260, The Stinson 108 Voyager and Flying Station Brochure view of the Stinson 108-3 Interior. of the interior. If you dont see oil dripping on the floor, theres probably no oil in it. suggested that the rear floorboards use a balsa core. AirWorx Overhauls and Repairs were beyond repair, so I built new ones using Birch ply. I used 3 mm aircraft Birch ply for the floor, forward wall and stub wall But unlike the Luscombe, whose motto was "No wood, no nails, no glue," there is some wood in the Stinson 108, particularly in the Flying Station Wagon that featured beautiful mahogany interior panels in the aft cabin. The 165 was subject to an AD for cracks in the case; the 165 heavy case is the strengthened version that is not subject to the AD. Conversely, the Lycoming O-435 is one to avoid; it is an orphaned engine, and parts are reportedly more difficult to source than any Franklin. like beautiful hardwood overlays. Rich treated flywyld is focused on member experience, and they believe one of the best ways to do that is to provide variety of aircraft. Each gear leg is hinged and attached to an oil-dampened spring shock, which absorbs most impacts with no discernible rebound or bounce. Luscombe, whose motto was "No wood, no nails, no glue," there is you wait until the new boards are in place to mark and drill the mounting the original which was I believe was a gray vinyl. more of a challenge and are not covered here. The following components have been borrowed from AvMacMan's version: The NACA 4412 airfoil. Univair is the Type Certificate holder for the Stinson 108 series. inside, the blue cloth/vinyl interior looks very nice, and i am impressed that the factory rear seats in a 1948 airplane has . (Spanish Air Force) and the French Air Force, restored Black and grey leather. 1296. Paul Foster sent these where it abuts the rear window. March 2023 - Recent Updates The Stinson Production Records show the aircraft serial number, registration, date completed, date delivered, color, and remarks for each Stinson 108 model, the straight 108, 108-1, 108-2, 108-3, and 108-4. Max T/O Weight: 2400 Lb; These photos are from Doug Range, who owns Service Letters, Service Information and Overhaul Starts amazing and runs very smooth. *Note: The total number of photos, enclosed in brackets, is updated four (4) times hourly, and may be slightly inaccurate. Originally designed for comfort and durability. 'Wunala Dreaming'), etc.To use the Keywords field, begin by selecting a Keyworld search field. 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