1959 Grumman HU-16ASingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Rockford, Illinois
This 1959 Grumman HU-16A, registration N3HU, is offered at $1,400,000 and is described as one of the top Albatross aircraft in the world. With a total time of 5,054 hours on the airframe, it has been operated by only two civilian operators since its military release. The left engine, a Wright 1820-76 rated at 1,475 horsepower, has 182 hours since major overhaul (SMOH) by Anderson Airmotive, while the right engine has 36 hours SMOH, also by Anderson Airmotive. The left propeller has 1,186 hours since overhaul (SPOH), and the right has 1,804 hours SPOH, with the Hamilton Standard propeller model having no applicable ADs.
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Amphibious, Search and Rescue, Utility
- Seats
- 10
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 5,054 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 182 hrs (SMOH)
- Engine 2 Time
- 36 hrs (SMOH)
- Prop 1 Time
- 1,186 hrs (SPOH)
- Prop 2 Time
- 1,804 hrs (SPOH)
- Inspection Status
- Aircraft maintained under FAA Approved Inspection – completed May 2026. Aircraft in the Restricted Category for the purpose of Forest and Wildlife Survey, Patrolling and carriage of cargo. Requires the pilot to hold an aircraft type rating (over 12,500lbs)
Avionics
GPS
Garmin GTN 750 - Dual Navigation/Communication Systems
Comms
Garmin GTN 750 - Dual Navigation/Communication Systems
PFD
Garmin G600 TXi - Dual System
MFD
Garmin G600 TXi - Dual System
Audio
PS Engineering PAC45 - PS Special Mission Audio Controller with Dual Channel Audio Selector/ICS
ADSB
Garmin GTX 345R - ADSB Transponder
Traffic
Garmin GTS 825 - GTS TCAS 1 with top and bottom antennas
Weather
Garmin GWX 70 - Digital Radar system
EMS
J.P. Instruments EDM 960 - J.P. Engine Data Management System displays
other
Mid Continent MD 302 - Standby Attitude Module; Transponder; SXM weather and Satellite Receiver; Satcom system; Marine Band Radio; Bose Noise canceling headsets
Additional Equipment
Engine Monitoring
Cies - Digital probes and indicators for fuel, oil and hydraulic tanks; Indicators for Engine Gauges
Electrical System
Electrical monitoring; Marine electrical system to allow operation on water of basic ships systems without running aircraft system
Clocks
Mid Continent MD 93 - Dual Digital clocks; Dual USB ports
Lighting
Seaton - Electronic Panel light dimmer system
Lavatory
Potta-Potty (marine) in lavatory
Pre Oiler
Darton - Pre-Oil, Oil Shutoff and scavenge systems
Interior & Exterior
- Interior Notes
- Redone with 10 removable seats and 2 single bunks, cabin table. Excellent condition. New placards and many panels were rebuilt. Potty
- Exterior Notes
- Navy Gray with orange stripe, excellent condition
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 2
- Engine Model
- Wright 1820-76
- Engine Power
- 1475 HP
- Propeller Model
- Hamilton Standard
Asking Price
$1,400,000
Aircraft Location
Rockford, Illinois
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
Jun 2, 2026: $1,400,000 - controller
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Asking Price
$1,400,000
Aircraft Location
Rockford, Illinois
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
Jun 2, 2026: $1,400,000 - controller
Contact Seller
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- Aircraft has been stored in a hangar for many years, untouched. Not airworthy. Logbooks lost. Comes with original Airworthiness Certificate, several maintenance/work order invoices, and service manuals. Registration has been transferred to estate executors for an easy ownership transfer. Sold AS IS, WHERE IS. Buyer responsible for removal within a reasonable time after sale. Aircraft is not flyable and must be transported. Excellent project or parts opportunity for Grumman enthusiasts. Link to more pictures and work orders: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10Fn9mZKQlX1rMvV__Zy7HFwY2_I5-R6s?usp=sharing Listing Broker: Evan Seitz Seitz Aviation, LLC 425-478-7163 seitzaviation@gmail.com ALL FUNDS INCLUDING THE DEPOSIT WILL GO THROUGH ESCROW. The Seller / Agent provides the aircraft information herein to assist buyers with their consideration. Efforts are made to be as accurate as possible but errors and omissions are possible. All Specifications, features, equipment, times, status and condition are Buyer's responsibility to verify prior to closing. Seller and Agent are not liable to provide equipment, features, inspections or any consideration from errors or omissions found after closing. Aircraft, equipment and prices are subject to change without notice and are subject to availability, prior sale and/or removal from market. Need help buying or selling aircraft? Check out our services we offer: https://www.seitzaviation.com/
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Asking Price
$1,400,000