Description:
1942 BOEING/STEARMAN PT-17 • $125,000 • FOR SALE
Beautifully restored PT-17 Stearman with smooth-running W670-11 engine and a 24V system. This aircraft was built as an “instructor’s plane” with the solo seat in the front cockpit, offering better wind protection for cross-country flying. Attended Galesburg Fly-In four times, earning “Greatest Distance Flown” each time. Meticulously maintained with no damage history—offered by the original owner/pilot since restoration.
• Year: 1942
• Make/Model: Boeing/Stearman PT-17
• Price: $125,000
• Location: Bremerton, WA (USA)
• Airframe Total Time: 1,125 hrs
• Engine: Continental W670-11
◦ Time Since Major Overhaul: 659 hrs
◦ Known for smooth operation – counterbalanced master rod
• Propeller:
◦ Main: 659 SNEW
◦ Spare McCauley 102” metal prop available: $5,000 additional
• Restoration:
◦ Done by Larry Lujan, Gold Coast Aviation
◦ Covering: Butyrate dope finish by Air Fab (1995)
◦ Excellent condition
• Haliburton landing gear legs
• Configuration: Solo position in front cockpit (moveable)
• Electrical System: 24-volt
• ADS-B Out + Stratus for iPad (ADS-B In)
• Annual: Completed May 2, 2025
• Compression (recent): All cylinders in mid to high 70s
• Ownership: One owner, same pilot since restoration
• No damage history, no ground loops
• Contact: Olde Thyme Aviation • see number below
