1970 Grumman AA1 Yankee ClipperSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Torrance, CA, USA

This 1970 Grumman American AA-1 Yankee Clipper (N5904L, s/n 0204) presents an interesting opportunity with 2,742 total airframe hours and an engine showing 815 hours since major overhaul. The aircraft has been primarily hangared for at least 15 years, including time displayed at Torrance Airport's aeronautical museum before entering private ownership four years ago. The Lycoming O-235 powerplant (shared with Cessna 152 models) underwent a thorough documented inspection after a 2000 prop strike that included crankcase teardown, cylinder replacements, and what amounts to a top overhaul.

Externally, the aircraft could rate as an "8" with...