N44CH - 1946 GRUMMAN G44 WIDGEON




    Aircraft Summary


    General

    Year
    1946
    Manufacturer
    GRUMMAN
    Model
    G44 WIDGEON
    Serial Number
    1454
    Registration #
    N44CH
    Condition
    Used
    Based at
    Texas
    Description
    N44CH has undergone an exceptional, multi-year restoration, with the owner investing more than $230,000 to bring the aircraft to an outstanding standard.

    Airframe

    Total Time
    6738
    Airframe Notes
    6738 Hrs TTSNEW

    Engine 1

    Engine 1 Manufacturer
    LYCOMING
    Engine 1 Model
    GO-480-B1A6
    Engine 1 Time
    215
    Engine 1 Time Since
    SMOH
    Engine 1 TBO
    1400
    Engine 1 Notes
    Lycoming GO480-B1D LH: 215 Hours SMOH

    Engine 2

    Engine 2 Time
    215
    Engine 2 Notes
    RH: 215 Hours SMOH

    Props

    Prop 1 Manufacturer
    HARTZELL
    Prop Notes
    Hartzell HC-83V20-2C1 LH: 146 Hours SMOH RH: 146 Hours SMOH

    Avionics

    Flight Deck Manufacturer
    GARMIN
    Flight Deck Model
    GNS530W
    ADS-B Equipped
    Yes
    WAAS
    Yes
    Engine Monitor
    Yes
    Avionics/Radios
    Garmin Avionics Updated Panel ($90K) by Select Avionics KTKI, 2024: GNS 530W, Freshly OH from Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel GI 275 x 2 AI/DG GNC 255A 2nd radio GTX 345 Transponder/ADS-B GA35/GMU11 Flight Stream 210 Stratus Charging Ports in the cockpit and cabin All new wiring to headsets for twin plugs and Lemo plug at all 5 stations Century III Auto Pilot and servos Overhauled JPI EDM Engine Monitor 4 Bilge Pumps

    Additional Equipment

    Additional Equipment
    Hydraulic System Overhauled: OH the hydraulic pump, check valves & pressure relief valve, & actuators; and a new accumulator and hoses installed in 2024-2025 New Wheels and Brakes, master cylinders and brake lines. ($14K) 2025 New Tailwheel & Solid Tire, 2023 Fuel tanks: Two main tanks 90 gallon per side/180 total. The tanks were renovated and resealed by the leading experts SEAL Aviation for $48.5K, 2024 Wolf Oil Filter Kits installed, 2025 Magnetos Overhauled 2025

    Exterior

    Year Painted
    2024
    Exterior Notes
    New fabric and paint, 2024- Very Good Condition

    Interior

    Year Interior
    2025
    Interior Notes
    All 5 Seats Recovered, Interior Reworked, 2025 – Excellent Condition

    Inspection Status

    Inspection Status
    Annual Inspection Completed May 2026. This plane has a great pedigree and was the aircraft to fly the first Young Eagle ride at Oshkosh by the owner and aerobatic world champion, Charlie Hillard. The Hillard’s owned this plane since the 80’s. Aircraft located in TX. Contact Courtesy Aircraft to Schedule a Showing! SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION UPON INSPECTION
    Airworthy
    Yes


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