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    1942 PIPER J-3 CUB N-NUMBER N515031942 PIPER J-3 CUB N-NUMBER N51503
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    N51503 - 1942 PIPER J 3 CUB

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    Aircraft Summary

    General
    Year
    1942
    Manufacturer
    PIPER
    Model
    J-3 CUB
    Serial Number
    9811
    Registration #
    N51503
    Condition
    Used
    Based at
    KPVF
    Description
    Originally was a Military observer L4 in 1942. Many owners and changes later it is a restored J3. It was originally a Continental C65 HP engine and was changed to the Lycoming in 1981 at a restoration. Real logs start in 1981 but some documents go back older than that. Fun classic "stick and Rudder" Flying. Cruises at 60 MPH and burns 4 gallons per hour. 
    Airframe
    Total Time
    1100
    Useful Load
    540 lb
    Airframe Notes
    Lycoming 65 HP engine
Metal spars
Wings and tail covered in 2024
Wooden prop
12 gallons header tank
Wood floors
Portable radio
Recent bungees
Hubcaps
Glider tow release for hand propping
Eligible for Light Sport flying
    Engine
    Engine Time
    100
    Engine Time Since
    SMOH
    Engine TBO
    2000
    Engine Notes
    Engine Time: 100 SMOH on Lycoming 65 HP four cylinder
    Props
    Prop Notes
    Prop Time: 100 SPOH
    Avionics
    Avionics/Radios
    No electrical system
Altimeter
Oil temp gauge
Oil pressure gauge
Compass
Airspeed indicator
Tachometer
    Exterior
    Exterior Notes
    Overall cub yellow with classic traditional Cub black accent. Good condition. Rated 8 out of 10.
    Interior
    Interior Notes
    Brown leather seats. Yellow painted interior surfaces. Wood floors. Good condition. Overall rated 7.5 out of 10.
    Inspection Status
    Inspection Status
    Annual Due: October 2025
    Airworthy
    Yes


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