Super 77 Interior
Super 77
The Custom 450 V-77 is about ready for flight. Finishing touches are being applied by the team such as placards and other small details. Fitting and completing the cowling was quite the undertaking. We utilized a BT-13 cowl which draws some continuity to its Vultee heritage. Also of note and prior mention in a previous […]
Atlas Aero
If you are Northeast this summer stop in and see our good friend Dave at Atlas Aero in Sanford Maine. He operates a nice ride business with a WACO F-2. It’s definitely worth going for a ride and taking in the beautiful sights along the picturesque coastline. http://www.atlasaerollc.com/
New WACO UPF-7’s`
Our wood shop is currently producing two new sets of WACO UPF-7 wings. Both aircraft are recent orders of our remanufactured UPF-7 to better than new standards. All new wood and hardware is used throughout the wings and aircraft with every single piece addressed. During the remanufacture process we will post photos to share the […]
First Run
We ended last week with the first run of the Super V-77 N985V. All went well with no surprises. The R-985 supplied by Tulsa Aircraft Engines lit right off, ran dry and smooth. A short taxi test was conducted with all checking normal thus far. Hopefully we will be posting flight test photos soon so […]
Super 77
The R-985 Powered V-77 is in final assembly. Here are some photos of the wings being installed. Quite a bit of visual progress starts at this stage so we will have more to post soon. Thank you for your interest in our site.
N966CD
A nice article about our friend Chuck Doyle in the Atlantic Flyer. http://aflyer.com/1305_c_antiqueattic.html
SR-9F Progess
The “9” is currently in what we refer to as pre-cover assembly. There are some issues to overcome before cover begins. However, we are close to getting started. All of the controls, plumbing and wiring are being completed at this time. Also fitment of new safety glass which is original equipment and, not easy to obtain […]
WACO Taperwing
Here are some images of the latest Taperwing project. This aircraft will feature a Wright 760-E (no -1 or -2) driving a brand new Hamilton Standard ground adjustable propeller, 30 x 5 wheels and very original instruments. Roy’s pet project has been gathering and overhauling the instrument set. Thank you for checking in!
Stinson SR9-F
The SR-9F undergoing restoration has seen some good progress since the beginning of the year. Serial Number 5720 has undergone a complete and total strip down. The airframe was stripped, inspected, proper repairs made and then coated. All new wood had to be fabricated for the entire airplane. Doors, window frames, bulkheads and stringers. The wood […]