N8505
American Champion Aircraft 8KCAB Decathlon
Year:
1973
S/N:
69-73
Time:
1845
Engine:
0
FOR SALE
$99,900
Ready for an incredibly FUN aircraft to own and fly? This Bellanca / American Champion Aircraft 8KCAB Decathlon IS IT!
This aircraft spent the bulk of its life in Canada and was imported in early 2022. Current owner is a professional pilot and has invested heavily into the aircraft in the past 12 months with a Completely Remanufactured Engine, Propeller and Prop Governor! Few planes are as capable and versatile as the Decathlon, making it uniquely deserving of the name. This wonderful example has been regularly flown by a professional airline pilot, has been well maintained and upgraded, and has been idyllically stored and cared for. Not much more that anyone could ask for, so look no further... call us today and make this one YOURS!
This aircraft spent the bulk of its life in Canada and was imported in early 2022. Current owner is a professional pilot and has invested heavily into the aircraft in the past 12 months with a Completely Remanufactured Engine, Propeller and Prop Governor! Few planes are as capable and versatile as the Decathlon, making it uniquely deserving of the name. This wonderful example has been regularly flown by a professional airline pilot, has been well maintained and upgraded, and has been idyllically stored and cared for. Not much more that anyone could ask for, so look no further... call us today and make this one YOURS!
AIRCRAFT LOGBOOKS
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AIRCRAFT
INFORMATION
Serial Number:
69-73 Airframe
Total Time:
1845
Engine Total Time:
0
Prop Time:
0
Annual Due:
4/2027
IFR Cert. Due:
/
Location:
Albany / NY
EXTERIOR
Classic looking Decathlon! Recovered in 2000 with Ceconite 101 Fabric in beautiful red, white, and blue. Fabric is in great condition. It has been continuously hangar stored and has only a couple small areas with light paint oxidation on top of wings and tail. Excellently cared for and shows well!
INTERIOR
The blue and black hybrid cloth interior is in very good condition. New Hooker 4-point harnesses for both occupants were installed in 2018. Intercom and headset jack equipped. Ready to perform and do so in comfort!
AIRCRAFT LOGBOOKS
All representations in this advertisement are made by Seller. Steel Aviation has not inspected the aircraft or its logbooks, and strongly suggests that any Buyer arrange for a comprehensive pre-buy inspection of the same.
EQUIPMENT LIST
- Lycoming IO-320-EIA (150 horsepower)
- Hartzell HC-C2YL-4F Constant Speed Propeller
- Hartzell F-6-31 Prop Governor
- Fresh April 2026 Annual
- All ADs in Compliance
- VFR Panel with numerous upgrades
- Hooker 4-point Harness Set Installed (STC SA312CH)
- Wing inspection panels installed to reduce annual spar check labor
- Fuse panel converted to circuit breakers (Klixon breakers installed June 2024)
- ADS-B out compliant - uAvionics UAX9003201 Skybeacon wingtip beacon / nav light - Installed June 2024
- Recovered in 2000 with Ceconite 101 fabric - Great Condition
- Wood Spars in Excellent Condition
- Always Hangar Stored
- Vortex Generator Kit (Wings & Tail) Installed
- Inverted Fuel and Oil System
- Wheel Fairings Included (not installed at present for grass operations)
- ACK E-04R 406 ELT Installed (2018)
- Garmin and Electronics International Instruments Installed June 2024
- Heel Brakes
AVIONICS LIST
- Electronics International CGR-30P Premium Engine Monitor
- Full VFR Panel - All in good working condition
- Garmin GSB 15 USB A & C Charger
- Garmin GTR 225 Comm / Intercom
- Narco AT 50A Mode C Transponder
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