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North American SNJ 5Single-Engine Piston Aircraft • Rockford, IL, USA

This 1940s-era North American SNJ-5 (N9823C) is a meticulously preserved military trainer with 7,393 total hours on the airframe, including a complete 350-hour restoration completed in 1982 that earned it Oshkosh awards in 1984 and 1985. The aircraft features an Aero engine with 1,130 hours SMOH, overhauled in 1990 with new wiring, hoses, and accessories, along with a detailed engine compartment refurbishment. Its authentic military configuration includes a tinted canopy, rear gunner swivel seat with machine gun mount, replica guns, and gun sight - making it a standout performer for airshows and historical displays.

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Make
North American
Series
SNJ
Model
SNJ 5
Tail #
N9823C
Serial #
91082

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Specifications

Category
Single-Engine Piston
Intended Use
Classic / Antique, Military / Warbird, Recreational

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Total Time
7,393 hrs
Engine 1 Time
1,130 hrs (SMOH)
Inspection Status
Fresh Annual Inspection

Avionics

Comms

Genave Nav/Comm

Transponder

King KT-76 - Transponder

Additional Equipment

Fuel Selector

New Fuel Selector

Oil Sump Drain

Landing Gear Indicators

Front and Rear Main Landing Gear Indicators

Canopy

Tinted Canopy

Rear Seat

Rear Swivel Seat with Machine gun mount

Seat

Rear Swivel Seat with Machine Gun Mount

Interior & Exterior

Interior Notes
Light Gray Cockpits
Exterior Notes
Overall Green with Red nose and Tail

Engine & Propeller

Engine Type
Piston
Engine Count
1
Engine Model
Aero Engine

Asking Price

$259,000

Aircraft Location

Rockford, IL, USA

Listing Details

Used
For Sale

Price History

Aug 5, 2025: $259,000 - controller

Aug 4, 2025: $259,000 - trade-a-plane

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First Seen: Aug 4, 2025

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Asking Price

$259,000