1974 Pitts Special S-1SSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • NV, USA
This 1974 Pitts Special S-1S, with factory-built construction, is being offered at $60,000 and represents a dedicated aerobatic platform with a racing pedigree. The airframe shows 1230 total time, with the engine having just 260 hours since major overhaul. The powerplant is a Lycoming AEIO-360 producing over 200 horsepower. This example, which raced at Reno under the name Ruby, has been lovingly cared for over the years. It is currently located at Reno/Stead Airport in Nevada.
The aircraft features a highly sought-after spring gear configuration and is built with clear sides and floors specifically for aerobatic visibility. Notably...
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Aerobatic, Recreational
- Flight Rules
- VFR
- Seats
- 1
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 1,230 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 260 hrs
- Inspection Status
- Standard Airworthiness to Experimental Exhibition - Factory Built
Avionics
GPS
Garmin GPS - Owner used handheld GPS
Comms
Battery powered Micro Radio
Additional Equipment
Smoke System
Auxiliary fuel/smoke tank in upper wing w/smoke system
Sighting Device
Aerobatic Sighting device available
Interior & Exterior
- Interior Notes
- Clear sides and floors for aerobatics
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 1
- Engine Model
- AEIO-360
- Engine Power
- 200 HP
Asking Price
$60,000
Aircraft Location
NV, USA
Listing Details
- For Sale
Price History
Jun 4, 2026: $60,000(-$5,000) - aircraftforsale
Nov 29, 2025: $65,000 - aircraftforsale
Apr 20, 2025: $65,000 - trade-a-plane
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Asking Price
$60,000
Aircraft Location
NV, USA
Listing Details
- For Sale
Price History
Jun 4, 2026: $60,000(-$5,000) - aircraftforsale
Nov 29, 2025: $65,000 - aircraftforsale
Apr 20, 2025: $65,000 - trade-a-plane
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$60,000