1959 Mcdonnell Douglas F4H-1FJet Aircraft

This 1959 McDonnell Douglas F4H-1F (N815WF, s/n 150310) represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of aviation history as the only privately operable Phantom II. With 461 total time on the airframe and 200 hours indicated, this pre-production aircraft was the 11th delivered to the U.S. Navy and participated in Operation Sageburner, setting a low-altitude speed record of 902 mph at 125 feet in 1961. Currently under documented restoration to airworthy condition, the project includes tagged parts and millions invested to date. Remaining work includes overhauls for both General Electric J-79-8 engines (to be upgraded to -15 standards), installation of two ejection seats, avionics outfitting, and test flights, with an estimated $1.0-$1.25 million required for completion. The seller is motivated and encourages reasonable offers on this unique Warbird restoration project.