1959 GRUMMAN HU 16B


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    Aircraft Summary


    General

    Year
    1959
    Manufacturer
    GRUMMAN
    Model
    HU-16B
    Serial Number
    146427
    Condition
    Used
    Description
    Meticulously restored in 1996-97 (only 150 hrs). All fabric surfaces were recovered with Ceconite, all hydraulic and electrical systems were carefully reviewed and documented, overhauled or replaced as required. All exterior landing gear hydraulic lines were replaced with stainless. New paint, avionics & interior were completed along with engine & propeller overhauls. N10GN is the perfect platform for offshore transport, VIP interior completion or a personal "flying motor coach" configuration. The owners want this sold and this plane is priced to sell - make your offer today! This Aircraft is Very Clean & Has No Corrosion & Was Completely Restored in 1997, New Wheels & Brakes

    Airframe

    Airframe Notes
    5,200 Hours Total Time since New

    Engine 1

    Engine 1 Time
    156
    Engine 1 Time Since
    SMOH
    Engine 1 Notes
    Wright R1820-1000's Producing 1,425 HP Each 160 Hours Total SMOH Left & Right

    Engine 2

    Engine 2 Time
    156
    Engine 2 Time Since
    SMOH

    Props

    Prop Notes
    Hamilton Standard 43AD50 Propellers with New Blade Design 160 Hours Total SPOH Left & Right (Albatross Propellers, not DC-3 Propellers)

    Avionics

    Avionics/Radios
    Collins Proline Avionics Suite Collins 20A Audio Panels (2) Collins VHF-20A Comms (2) Collins VIR-30A Navs (2) Collins ADF-60A ADF Collins PN-101 Compass System Bendix/King KXP-750 Transponder w/TCI SSD-120 Encoder Trimble 2000 GPS Bose Headsets/Cockpit Intercom System KR-22 Marker Beacons ACR E-01 ELT 331A-3G HSI

    Additional Equipment

    Additional Equipment
    Engine Pre-Oil System by American Warbirds Engine Oil Scavenge System by American Warbirds Southwind Heater - Overhauled 1997 Boarding Ladder Seabird Boarding Platform Danforth Anchor Depth Sounder

    Exterior

    Exterior Notes
    The Exterior was New at Restoration in 1997 and is completed in an Overall Matterhorn White top with Turquoise Green Bottom, separated by a Bright Orange trim stripe. It is in Very Good Condition.

    Interior

    Interior Notes
    The Interior was New at Restoration in 1997 including new interior noise insulation panels, two forward facing double seats aft and two forward facing single seats forward. Interior includes an aft latrine and storage area and room for an amazing amount of cargo, equipment or several of your best friends for one big floating party!


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