N50969 - 1936 CURTISS WRIGHT 16E

1936

CURTISS-WRIGHT

16E

N50969

3550

Used

200.0

Aircraft comes with spare engine, that was originally operated by the Argentinian Air Force and also flown by a famous aviator. 1936 Curtiss 16 E–TT since complete restoration - The aircraft stands like new and is of only 9 left in the world and 5 still flying.

Under 200 HRS Since Complete Restoration

Wright J – 6 @ 2000 rpm

The aircraft is equipped with basic VFR equipment such as Altimeter, Air Speed Indicator, Oil Pressure, Tack Meter, Standard Radio etc.

Complete spare engine, of which only 500 were made, comes with the aircraft.

Wings Painted in Bright Yellow and Fuselage Painted Grey.

Wooden Flooring with Grey Interior Paint.

The Curtis came as a model CW-12 and model CW -16E The 12 had 2 seats and the 16 had 3 seats ( 2 n the front cockpit and one in the back) They were exported as military trainers to Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia Argentina and Brazil. There were 63 units made and as of now probably only 9 left in the world. With possibly only 5 known to still be flying. This aircraft also has significant history and was flown by a famous Brazilian Aviator. Newspaper article on this aircraft is available. Other Specifications: Length: 21 ft. 5 in Wingspan: 28 ft. 10 in Height: 8 ft. 10 in Wing area: 206 ft sq Empty weight: 1017 lbs Gross weight: 1725 lbs Max speed: 105 mph Cruise speed: 88 mph Range: 390 miles Service Ceiling: 12,000 ft Rate of climb: 600 This aircraft is being brokered by Flight Source International, Inc. Flight Source International, Inc. has not conducted a pre-purchase inspection of this aircraft to verify mechanical condition, airworthiness or accuracy of specifications. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to conduct their own independent prepurchase inspection as Flight Source International, Inc. makes no representations as to the airworthiness of the aircraft or the accuracy of the above information. Specifications Subject To Verification Upon Inspection. Aircraft Subject To Prior Sale.