1946 Piper J-3 CubSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Willows, CA, USA
This is a well-documented 1946 Piper J-3 Cub, registration N463JS, serial number 22275, located in Willows, California (KWLW). The airframe has a total time of 3,389 hours, and the engine, a C-90-12F, has 1,899 hours since major overhaul with strong compression readings of 71/80, 72/80, 73/80, and 72/80. The McCauley 1B90 propeller has 2,421 hours total time. The current annual inspection is valid until February 11, 2026.
This Cub was upgraded with a 90-horsepower engine and features sealed struts, float attachments, and a significant brake upgrade from Dakota Cub Aircraft, including Cleveland wheels and an extended high-pressure brake...
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Classic / Antique, Recreational
- Flight Rules
- VFR
- Useful Load
- 482.5 lbs
- Seats
- 2
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 3,389 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 1,899 hrs (SMOH)
- Prop 1 Time
- 2,421 hrs
- Inspection Status
- Annual: 2/11/2026
Additional Equipment
Brake System
Dakota Cub DC1248-1260-EXT - Wheels/Brake Kit Puck), Aircraft, Extended High Pressure Brake Master Cylinder Kit FAA-PMA
Tires
Aero Classic 8.50-6 - Tires Tube Type
Fuel System
12 Gallons Nose, 11 Gallons Left Wing
Float Attachments
Structure
Sealed Struts
Interior & Exterior
- Interior Year
- 2001
- Paint Year
- 2001
- Interior Notes
- Good Condition
- Exterior Notes
- Good Condition. Fuselage and Wings Recovered 11/10/2001 Cecconite 101/Buterate Dope. Zero Corrosion.
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 1
- Engine Model
- C-90-12F
- Engine Power
- 90 HP
- Propeller Model
- McCauley 1B90
Asking Price
$40,000
Aircraft Location
Willows, CA, USA
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
Jun 10, 2026: $40,000 - trade-a-plane
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Asking Price
$40,000
Aircraft Location
Willows, CA, USA
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
Jun 10, 2026: $40,000 - trade-a-plane
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Asking Price
$40,000