This 1946 Luscombe 8A, registration N71978, serial number 3405, presents as a well-maintained example with a total time on the airframe of 5,304 hours. The engine has 1,515 hours since major overhaul, and the propeller has 906 hours since overhaul. Compression checks show readings of 77, 78, 78, and 77. The aircraft is noted as non-electric and is equipped with a McCauley 7447 propeller, Cleveland brakes, and a Scott 3200 tailwheel. Its annual inspection is due in June of 2026.
Avionics include a TQ KRT2 radio with a built-in intercom, a Garmin 560, and Stratus ADSB-in. The airframe was restored by Ragtime Aero in 1989 and has always been...
Comms
TQ KRT2 - TQ Radio with built-in intercom
GPS
Garmin 560
ADS-B In
Stratus ADSB - ADSB-In
Asking Price
$25,000
Meridian, ID, USA
May 9, 2026: $25,000 - barnstormers
Asking Price
$25,000
Meridian, ID, USA
May 9, 2026: $25,000 - barnstormers
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Asking Price
$25,000