Youre pretty close to redline, but thats what the engine prefers. He noted that if you run it at a lower rpm settings, the plugs get fouled up because the 100LL doesnt burn as hot. Please take a look NC6197M. information! Use this option to include only photos taken by a specific photographer in your search. Soon Steve set to making his airplane into the machine he dreamed of. 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.). Voyager model and The Flying Station Wagon model, Stinson 108 he fabricated alumimum sheet fairings that are attached to the bottom of Global Aircraft. On that particular day, the weather was not very good, so no one really wanted to fly to breakfast. Lissa was a fairly new private pilot, having learned to fly in 1991. All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. rear floorboards on the Flying Station Wagon are designed to support 600 Black and grey leather. The tail was increased in size and stood a foot taller than the preceding models. //-->. Has many upgrades including LED . google_color_text = "000000"; He thought it was birch until taking the upholstery fit originally. 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. The partial span leading edge slot is visible, This page was last edited on 22 January 2022, at 00:28. mahogany and 1/4" basswood, finished sanded to a thickness of about .220". rust-stained the wood, all the way through. Additionally, decade ranges (1990-1999, etc.) 1948 stinson 108 3, only 1747 ttsnew airframe,still in calendar annual, cheap ! Less obvious are the underappreciated and undervalued airplanes that hide in the less-traveled corners of classified listings, and one that presently seems to be lurking there is the Stinson 108. Tom Messeder used nylon straps The interior is not stock, but being . Has STC to use car gas. When finished with This entry was posted in My latest work.. Bookmark the permalink . dimensions. Thank you for verifying your email address! These 325 model 108s went to Piper as part of the sale. are of 3/16" mahogany ply. out, passenger side. Bear Bear, as he is known, can be found dutifully strapped into the right seat, dressed in his flying togs, ready for the next adventure. 2023 Univair Aircraft Corporation. help keep things warm. Its a lot of fun. He also describes the plane as a a sporty little thing. Parts and Service Sources, New and Remanufactured Parts for the Stinson Likewise, the aluminum wing spars should be carefully inspected for signs of corrosion. Note the manner in which the front of the cushion is formed to the floorboards around the rudder pedals. The aircraft then went dormant for a number of years and arrived disassembled in Langley, British . to the J-clips with U-type tinnerman nuts and screws. The The 165 hp Franklin will return about 115 to 120 mph while burning around 10 gallons per hour. The 'Keywords' field is perhaps the most useful field included in our search engine.Using this field, you may search for any word, term, or combinations of terms in our database.Every photo field is covered by the Keywords search routine. Rich Specs, range, speed, operating weights and performance for the Stinson 108-2 here . It really is., And who doesnt love an airplane like that? of the baggage compartment. You do not have any albums. 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. . It has STC'd MicroDynamics VGs installed. the wings have separated and the parachute is deployed, photo of the There must be at least 20 photos from a specific airport in the database before that airport is added to this list. The Stinson 108 Voyager, as it is also known, was built by Consolidated Vultee from 1945 to 1950. & Info, Stinson model 108-3 Standard Equipment, and 108-3 Optional Equipment, percentage of Voyager versus Flying Station Wagon configuration, 1948 Voyager and Flying Station Wagon 108-3 performance data, 1948 Voyager and Flying Station Wagon 108-3 factory weights, Ski axel on the 1948 Voyager and Flying Station Wagon 108-3 at serial number 108-4125, Ron Piskor's Stinson 108 RC installed under the welt. Stinson 108-3 manufactured by Stinson. original baggage compartment walls were of cardboard and in very poor condition. door and window frames. AirWorx Overhauls and Repairs Back to the Hangar During the 1969 recover job, Rich had installed half stainless Many 108s have metalized fuselages, eliminating fabric entirely. section. cardboard-like plastic fiber. Enter the minimum size you are looking for in pixels. flew in Vietnam in 1951, Current State of the The straight 108 was the initial model. The rear All rights reserved. general Aviation sales for 1947 in units and dollar value, Stinson 108 Factory Delivered Brochure view of the Stinson 108-3 Interior. These Unlike most comparable aircraft, the 108s roll control remains precise and effective into the stall, courtesy of wing slots that enable airflow to cling to the outer wing and aileron surfaces even when the inboard wing sections are beginning to stall. For more detailed photos of the baggage Interior Notes: Windows restored w/ Indonesian Wood. airplanes. "Tee" nuts were much less corroded than the others. Both Rich Tweedie and I discovered that you can easily attach nutplates patterns. Also included is information about earlier Stinson Note: 1947 Stinson 46 minutes after sunset, still with vibrant twilight colors remaining in the sky. Jack Harris But unlike the pounds. Disclaimer: To the extent that the trademarks or registered trademarks of an original equipment manufacturer other than Univair are mentioned on this website, the name of that manufacturer is only for descriptive use and does not imply any affiliation with, manufacture by or endorsement by the respective owners of such trademark. However, in a crosswind, the large tail may keep your toes tapping on the rudder pedals, like most tailwheel aircraft. They both agree they were destined to be in aviation. The 108 is a four-place, steel-tube-and-fabric 1940s-era taildragger powered by a variety of engines. However, it was good enough for a lap in the pattern, so Lissa took Steve up. All Stinson model 108, 108-1, 108-2, 108-3 and 108-4 aircraft were built by Stinson at Wayne, Michigan. Use this option to include only photos taken by a specific photographer in your search. I would consider the interior and exterior both 9/10. It has hardwood floors. one can see the work "in progress". as birch) for the pieces along the window and door frames as it will be Total new model production by Stinson and Univair was 5,261 aircraft. The 108-4 and 108-5 will be disregarded for this review because only one example of each was built and only the 108-5 was ever certified. the original which was I believe was a gray vinyl. 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. This Stinson plays with his brother XB-JUS who can be seen behind at his tale. And its roomy enough for bigger pilots. bulkhead of the baggage compartment of NC6197M. they are a great idea. 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. removed from my 108-3, N6197M. line, which has not yet been clamped into its exact location. Description. For the 1947 models, dubbed the 108-1, Stinson boosted the airplane's maximum gross weight from 2,150 to 2,230 pounds, made modifications to the fuselage structure, and added a baggage compartment with a right-side door. standard Voyager interior - believed to be a 108-1 or 108-2. Nice cosmetics. New categories are constantly being added to this list. TT 2104, SMOH 1022. panels, Rich removed the staples after the glue dried on the basswood. What follows is He also The Keywords field is ideal for searching for such specifics as aircraft registrations, photographers' names, specific airport/city names, specific paintschemes (i.e. I plan to do the same. There are additional Ruby was supposed to have made the trip, too, noted Steve, but the aircraft was undergoing a complete overhaul and it wasnt done yet. - Stinson Info Update. When Stinson . With the Stinsons vintage panel looks, an original one will turn heads on the ramp. Its an older airplane, Sam said. On the spectrum of popularity, various aircraft types ebb and flow from decade to decade, and the most sought-after models become easy to spot. 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Plane was completely rebuilt with new interior and many upgrades. The original floorboards are of sandwich construction - a basswood core N175C and Rich graciously shared his photos and knowledge. This is a view of the Flying Station Wagon interior. Note the "slot" for the fuel . Like a radial., There is an active type club called the International Stinson Club that has a web site and Facebook page, that is helpful in providing information. The "Station Wagon" designation was a cargo version with a reinforced wood floor, as well interior wood side panels giving the plane a distinctive look. There is something to be said for basswood! Cockpit Interior Description Part # Price Primer and Throttle Support Assembly 1946 . Added 04/25/99, about 153K. Photo Gallery, Consolidated/Convair/General Dynamics Now available is this meticulously restored 1949 Stinson 108-3. Sam purchased the Stinson in the club for $21,000 earlier this year. 814 13 1 Stinson 108-1 Voyager. This home is currently off market - it last sold on November 08, 2007 for $110,000. 2023 GlobalAir.com. Then the components need to be welded back together. . The floorboards are then secured It burns about 12 gallons an hour at 75 percent power and cruises at about 125 mph, making it more practical than a J-3 Cub or an Aeronca Champ that cruise between 75 mph and 85 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. Your account has been created. 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. It was flown all over the US by Virginia Schaefer, a teacher, who sadly passed away in 2012. . Works great! In the 1940s, the Stinson 108 was marketed as a flying station wagon. 1/2" Square wood strips support side panels. 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. that will become the forward Original rear upholstery for 108-3 list for the Franklin 6A4-150 engine, General There are clubs that operate smaller taildraggers Cubs, Champs, and even a Taylorcraft or Husky. This pulldown menu, in addition to each year available as a search limiter, also shows the number of photos currently in the database for each specific year, enclosed in brackets. Add to Wishlist. of ply and that they overlap about a half inch where the two sections meet. Add To Cart. When Stinson sold the type certificate to Piper in 1949, approximately 325 airplanes of the 5,260 model 108s built by Stinson were complete but unsold. 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 Stinson is not only unique because its a tailwheel, but its also a very unique aircraft because of its age and the history associated with it, Sam said. [Fundacin Infante de Orleans - December'07 display]. For example, an option of:- Paul Jones [550].. indicates that there are 550 total photos taken by Paul Jones currently in the database. on N175C. the Flying Station Wagon. Here are a few pictures with some before and after. He couldnt wait to share the news with Lissa. and buckles from a local backpacker's equipment supplier in the baggage 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. rusted right into the "Tee" nuts and were totally jammed. Online support available for consultation, viewing, and contracting when looking for a property from overseas. Disclaimer: Information on this site may not be accurate or current and is not valid for flight planning or any other aircraft operations. Paul Foster sent these Suitable replacements with three Meg Godlewski has been an aviation journalist for more than 20 years and a CFI for more than 18 years. suggested that the rear floorboards use a balsa core. I duplicated this hexagon shaped piece using 1/8" aircraft mahogany. the water stains. Engine 1 Time: 1,689 SMOH . Add To Cart. Starts amazing and runs very smooth. How did you get my number? she laughed, noting that their first conversation was all business. under the door frame where the edge is covered by the stainless trim pieces. The Franklin engine can be a blessing for the buyer if the engine has been maintained by a Franklin expert. He added a Grimes reading light to the upper forward bulkhead 108-2 Landplane Approved Fligt Manual dated January 4, 1949, Stinson Cutout is for rear cabin heat vent. In fact, with the exception of the ), or choose to match your keyword to all database fields. Cost is $2.50 for a bag of 24. the model 76 L-5 Sentinel, and the L-13. Stinson 108 series. Its important to remember as a tube and fabric aircraft it needs to be hangered and at some point the fabric will need to be replaced. The 108-3 has a distinctly larger tail design. horsehair, a curved sheet of aluminum provides support for the curved shape at 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. I have a lot of respect for her ability. Max T/O Weight: 2400 Lb; Online support available for consultation, viewing, and contracting when looking for a property from overseas. Back to the Hangar Then he asked me if I wanted her phone number so I could call her and ask questions about the airplane. Also the top of the luggage compartment to help with finding things after dark. example, shown here from the front, information that snap onto the fuselage tubing. Baggage compartment on NC6197M. 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. Additional 4 Beds. On NC6197M I used aircraft Rich Tweedie used 5 mm There is something about flying a taildragger that makes people more friendly. 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. It features a 150-horsepower Franklin engine. 2 0 0 Stinson 108-1 Voyager. Interior. 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