1977 Grumman/American General AA5B TigerSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1977 Grumman/American General AA5B Tiger (registration G-PORK, serial AA5B-0625) presents as a well-maintained example with 4,534 total airframe hours. The aircraft stands out with a zero-timed Lycoming O-360-A4K engine installed in 2019, showing just 93 hours since major overhaul against a 2,000-hour TBO, accompanied by a propeller with matching SMOH time. The avionics suite features a modern Garmin installation including a GTN650 GPS/Nav/Com, GTR 255A com radio, and GTX335 transponder, complemented by a Bendix/King KMA 20 audio panel and KR87 ADF.

The Tiger's 180 HP engine delivers a cruise speed in the high 130-knot range with an economical fuel burn of approximately 9 GPH, while the factory-fitted wing-leveling autopilot enhances enroute comfort. The signature slide-back canopy provides open-air flying capability and easy cabin access. Maintained without regard to cost according to the seller, this example appears ready for European touring with its recent engine overhaul and comprehensive avionics upgrades already completed. AT Aviation in Lee-on-Solent, having direct Tiger operating experience, currently holds the aircraft.