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North American T28BSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft

Make
NORTH AMERICAN
Series
T28
Model
T28B
Tail #
N228NA
Serial #
137657

This 1950s-era North American T28B (N228NA) presents as a well-maintained warbird with significant modern avionics upgrades while retaining its authentic military heritage. The airframe shows 12,490 total hours with a Wright Cyclone R-1820-86B engine showing 379 hours since major overhaul by Cascade Engine Service, coupled with Albatross 6101A-7 propeller blades. The aircraft underwent a comprehensive $94,000 avionics modernization including dual Garmin G3X touchscreen systems (front and rear cockpits), GTN 650 GPS/NAV/COM, GTX 345 ADS-B transponder, and a complete GEA-24 engine monitoring system - all while maintaining IFR certification as of March 2025.

Notable operational enhancements include a 150lb weight reduction from inverter/AC system removal, Cleveland brakes, smoke system, and functional combustion heater. The aircraft retains its original Whiting Field naval training scheme in white and orange, complete with Navy logbooks. Maintenance highlights include a May 2025 annual inspection, 2024 starter/prop governor IRAN, oil cooler overhaul, and an AD-compliant propeller with next inspection due November 2028. The package includes military-style equipment such as Butler seat pack parachutes, Hooker harnesses, and a functional backup oxygen system. With its 1,425hp radial engine and modernized systems, this T28B bridges vintage warbird appeal with contemporary reliability.

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Asking Price

$339,000

Location

Rockford, Illinois

Listing Details

Condition
Used
Sale Type
For Sale

Price History

Jun 16, 2025: $339,000 - controller

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First Seen: Jun 16, 2025

Specifications

Category
Single-Engine Piston
Intended Use
Classic / Antique, Military / Warbird, Training
Flight Rules
IFR

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Total Time
12,490 hrs
Engine 1 Time
379 hrs (SMOH by Cascade Engine Service)
Logbook Status
Original Navy Logbooks Included, as Well as All Current Logbooks
Inspection Status
Annual Inspection Completed May 2025, IFR Certification Completed March 2025

Avionics

GPS

Garmin GTN 650 - GTN Touchscreen GPS/NAV COM Backup

AP

Garmin G3X - 2-Axis Autopilot

Audio

Garmin GMA-245R - Remote Audio Panel

ADS-B Out

Garmin GTX 345 - GTX Transponder with ADS-B, controllable through G3X or GTN 650

PFD

Garmin G3X - Touchscreen System Front and Rear Cockpits

EMS/EIS

Garmin GEA-24 - Nine-Cylinder Complete Engine Monitor and Fuel Flow Monitor, Viewed on G3X

Additional Equipment

LED Interior Lighting

Headset Jacks

Standard GA and Military/Powered Headset Jacks

USB Charger Ports

USB Charger Ports, Front and Back

Carbon Monoxide Detector

Guardian Avionics Carbon Monoxide Detector

Brakes

Cleveland Brakes

Smoke System

Fire Extinguisher System

Halon Fire Extinguisher System

O2 System

Backup O2 System

Baggage Compartment Liner

Storage Bin

Latching Metal Storage Bin in Rear

Clean Kit

Darton Clean Kit

Scavenge Pump

Scavenge Pump with Timer

Electric Oil Shutoff

Alternator

Jasco Alternator

Oil Tank

15 Gallon Oil Tank

Oil Cooler

Recent Oil Cooler Overhaul

Prop Gov

Prop Gov IRAN 2024

Oil Tank Electric Heater

Oil Filter

Airwolf Oil Filter

Backup Electric Hydraulic Pump

Combustion Heater

Functional Combustion Heater

Recognition Light

Trojan Horse Recognition Light in Left Wing

Parachutes

Butler Seat Pack Parachutes

Seat Harnesses

Hooker Seat Harnesses

Canopy Cover

Skinny Dipper Canopy Cover

Jack Pads

Interior & Exterior

Interior Notes
LED Interior Lighting, Standard GA and Military/Powered Headset Jacks, USB Charger Ports, Front and Back
Exterior Notes
Painted in Its Original Colors and Numbering Corresponding with Its Naval Service at Whiting Field. White and Orange Training Colors

Engine & Propeller

Engine Type
Piston
Engine Count
1
Engine Model
Wright Cyclone R-1820-86B
Engine Power
1425 HP
Propeller Model
6101A-7 Blades (Albatross Blades)

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