Aircraft Details
- Year: 1939
- Make/Model: Piper J-3 Cub
- Registration Number: G-CIIW
- Power: Piston
- Engines: 1 Engine
- Class: Sport Planes
- Listing ID: 4157555
- Partner ID: 57938
- Posted On: Dec 9, 2023
- Updated On: Feb 29, 2024
Description
1939 65 HP rare Lycoming powered Cub.
Restored in 2017 to a very good standard.
Handles like a dream and loads of fun to fly.
Cheap flying at 3.5 Imp gph. With 18 gallon tank (10 nose and 8 Wing) gives 4 hrs with reserve.
MTOW 1100ibs
ZFW 717lbs.
Airplane time state:
TTAF 3280 hrs
Engine Lycoming O-145-B2, TT 820 hrs
Compressions 1/79, 2/80, 3/75, 4/70
LAA Permit 27/06/2024.
Avionics
None, but currently I use an ICOM hand held with PTT Switch, headset and external antenna.
Interior
Basic (of course) but fully functional and in good order.
Exterior
Fabric is fantastic, Cowling average.
Gear, tail wheel in good condition.
Additional Features
Included is 1 1/2 spare engines, essential for spares as parts are hard to come by.
The Cub has always been hangared since restoration and used regularly.
Based near Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk on a private estate and available for viewing and test flight anytime.
Photos and documents available via WhatsApp.
Health issues force reluctant sale.
TIME TO OWN A PIECE OF HISTORY!
