Piper L-4J Grasshopper, a combat veteran that still flies.

Some airplanes are restored. Some are preserved.
Very few actually lived the history. This Humble Little Warbird is one of those rare survivors.

This genuine WWII Piper L-4J Grasshopper flew operational missions in the Pacific Theatre from Guam and Saipan, logging approximately 300 wartime flight hours spotting artillery and carrying messages from rough jungle strips carved out of the front lines.

Against the odds, it survived.

In 2016, the aircraft was chosen as the EAA Sweepstakes Grand Prize, restored to museum-quality condition by respected Cub specialist Colin Powers, combining historical accuracy with outstanding craftsmanship.

Today it remains remarkably original, still powered by its factory-installed, matching-numbers engine, a level of authenticity rarely seen in flying warbirds.

And it continues to make history.
This very aircraft flew over Normandy during the 80th Anniversary D-Day commemorations, honoring the generation it once served. Not a static exhibit but living, flying heritage.

Maintained exclusively by a warbird specialist, always hangared, and accompanied by complete FAA documentation, logs, and spare parts, N1227N represents something few aircraft can offer: Real combat provenance. Authenticity. And the pure joy of flying a legend.

Own it. Fly it. Preserve the story.

Serious inquiries welcome.

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Airplane time state:
TTAF: 1315hrs since 2105 restoration 215hrs
Engine Continental A65-8-A-75, TTE: 1315hrs, SMOH 215hrs (Comp.test 77/78/77/76)
Propeller Sensenich, 215hrs original decals

Trig TT21 Transponder
Trig TY91 VHF radio (omnidirectional internal antenna)
Powered by gel battery, endurance 9hrs
EBC-406AP ELT

Leather seats, including original sling in backseat, scratch free windows, all decals original.

Original paint job, period correct according USAAF camouflage manual.

Period correct WW2 radio TMC-659 and A-29 antenna, aeronautical medical kit, loads of spare parts, including tires, original airbox, WW2 engine coveretc.

Comes with Bruce Custom Cover (canopy & prop)

For Sale Piper L-4J Grasshopper | N1227N

Genuine WWII military L-4J
Pacific Theatre veteran Guam & Saipan
Approx. 300 documented wartime hours
2016 EAA Sweepstakes Grand Prize aircraft
Professionally restored by Colin Powers
Original engine matching numbers
Flew in 80th Anniversary D-Day commemorations over Normandy
Maintained last 5 years by warbird specialist
Always hangared
Complete FAA logs & historical documentation
Additional spare parts package included
Excellent condition, ready to fly

Rare opportunity to acquire an authentic, combat-theatre, matching-numbers WWII liaison aircraft with exceptional provenance.

Contact for specifications, photos, and pricing.

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