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A Guide to Researching and Vetting an Aircraft for Purchase

Welcome to section 4 of our 7-part Buyer’s Guide to Successful Aircraft Purchases series! In this installment, we’re diving into the details of vetting an aircraft before purchase. After you’ve defined your mission, budget, and market value, it’s time to buckle up and get into the nitty-gritty—reviewing logbooks, arranging pre-purchase inspections, and more. This guide is tailored for first-time buyers and newer pilots, so grab your clipboard and let’s get started!

Finding Value: Assessing an Aircraft Purchase

Choosing and buying a plane is a complex endeavor and so incredibly personalized that summing it up in a few blog posts is simply impossible. The goal is to inform aviators so that they are equipped with information and techniques to make choices that serve them well for years to come. No aircraft is perfect; however, there is an aircraft that is right for every buyer.

2020 Stewart S-51 Mustang // Impeccable Replica // N1944K

This stunning ¾ scale replica brings any pilot into the thrill of the dogfight with safety and ease. A modern airframe makes this capable and challenging design a thrill to own and fly. With only 14 hours on the tach, this plane is essentially new. An immense amount of time and commitment went into making this incredible P-51 replica. Meticulous care was committed to every aspect of the build. From choosing and redesigning the engine or having special casts made of the cylinder heads, every single detail of this aircraft was poured over, making it the unique and beautiful bird it is today.

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