1971 Grumman AA1A - Mattituck Engine - No Reserve!!Click here to purchase or contact the seller of this item on eBay |
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1971 Grumman AA1A N9462L SN#AA1A-0262
3940 TT 1032 SMOH - Mattituck O-235-C2C 108HP with 2400 TBO!
Fresh 10-15-2014 Annual - Biennial Pitot Static check 8-23-13-2013
100% ready to go - Excellent airplane that flies hands off with no damage history and all logs since new!
I bought this airplane early this year to teach my son how to fly. I chose this airplane for it's light handling and high wing loading to transition him into my Glasair. This airplane is the perfect trainer for those wanting to learn to fly. It will hold (2) 200 lb 6'4" people comfortably. The useful load is 456 pounds and fuel capacity is 22 gallons useable. It has simple systems and a bullet proof O-235-C2C engine. This engine is very similar to the engine used in the Cessna 152. This particular engine was rebuilt by Mattituck and is very strong with only 1032 SMOH and a 2400 hour TBO. Compression at annual were 76/77/76/77.
Overall, this airplane is about as good as you will find in a 40+ year old aircraft. The airframe is straight with no damage history and no corrosion. It has been hangared and that is evident by the condition. The paint is a solid 7 as well as the interior. The paint shines well with only minor chipping and minor hangar rash in a couple places. Interior and headliner were replaced in 2002 and the windshield was replaced in 2009. The glass is excellent.
The engine starts immediately and runs perfect. The hoses and baffling are excellent. There are no oil or fuel leaks. This aircraft has an oil cooler as well. It also is equipped with a McCauley 1C105 prop that is set to a 54 pitch. This prop gives you roughly 2500 RPM in the climb and 2700 RPM full throttle level. Level cruise at 2500 RPM is 115 MPH using 5 GPH.
This is a very nice flying plane with no issues. It will fly hands off and trims well. Flying with the canopy 1/2 open is extremely comfortable in the summertime. In the winter the canopy gives radiant heat from the sun and the aircraft heater works great as well. The logs are complete since day one with exceptional maintenance indicated. The logs are very clear and well organized with separate sections for AD compliance, 337s, yellow tags, etc. Everything works in this plane except for the old Davtron VOR radial indicator which was obsolete about 25 years ago.
The avionics consist of a King KX125 Digital Nav/Com radio with Localizer and digital radial information and CDI. The transponder is a Narco AT50A with mode C encoder. The intercom is a PS engineering 501 and both yokes have PTT for radio transmission. There is also a Collins audio panel with marker beacons. I have also installed an iPad Mini Ram mount. I used it along with my Garmin GDL-39 3D (not included) for my moving map and backup Attitude system.
The aircraft has the following STC improvements that are very desirable:
1. Aviation Development Corp Hinged Top Cowl for easy engine access.
2. Aviation Development Corp Split Nose Bowl for easy cowl removal.
3. Oil cooler
4. Auto fuel STC (never used to the best of my knowledge)
5. Shoulder harnesses
6. Zeftronics voltage regulator
7. Frank Johnston (Fletcher Aviation) Improved Torque Tube
The aircraft also comes with a personalized Kennon cabin cover in excellent condition. This is nice to have if traveling to keep sun and water out of the cabin area.
The last annual included a new battery, new nose wheel bearings, and new hardware for the trim system. Previous maintenance is exceptional showing continuous and proper maintenance.
As indicated- I am selling this 100% no reserve. High bidder wins a very nice, ready to go, no excuses AA1A with a strong Mattituck engine and the upgrades you would want if you owned one.
I will deliver the airplane for expenses. I am also a CFI and will give up to 5 hours of transition training free of charge. Being a no reserve auction I expect the bidder to fulfill their obligation to purchase the aircraft. I have described this airplane honestly and completely. If you need to know more the time to ask is before you bid. I will guarantee the aircraft is as described when you come to pick it up. $1000 is due immediately after auction ending through PayPal or credit card and the balance is due in cash, cashier's check, or wire transfer within 10 days of the auction ending. There are no liens on this airplane. I have a title search from when I purchased it that I am happy to share. Of course, you should do your own if you are concerned. Aircraft is located in Auburn, IN (KGWB) in my heated hangar. I am available anytime to show or demo the plane before the auction is over. I can be reached at 260-450-0305. Search YouTube for "Dukepilot" to see videos of this airplane in action. Also, I have owned over 60 aircraft and have sold many of them on eBay ranging from this AA1A to Beechcraft Barons and Dukes. I do not own or sell junk and have an excellent reputation in the aviation community. Somebody is going to get a great plane!
On Oct-23-14 at 08:05:31 PDT, seller added the following information:
I have received quite a bit of interest from California, Washington, Florida and some other states far from me so I just wanted to clarify that full payment is due within 10 days of auction end and before I will deliver the plane to the high bidder. Plane must be paid for in full before it will be delivered. PayPal only to be used for the first $1000. I can deliver it to California for $1,200-$1,400, Florida for $700-$800. Similar distances to other states will be about the same with the airline ticket home being the biggest variable in pricing. It may take a couple of weeks to deliver depending on location. Please do not bid if you do not agree to these terms. Thank You
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