Pitts Special S2-A - Certified Ideal Aerobatic & Advanced Training
$AUD$129,500
Pitts S-2A, Factory-built, certified,— duel controls, flying schools, instructors, and private owners seeking a serious step-up, aerobatic and advanced handling aircraft.
This aircraft is well suited for:
• Tailwheel endorsements
• Aerobatic endorsements
• Stall and spin training
• Upset prevention and recovery
• Advanced handling and pilot confidence building
• Serious recreational aerobatics
A strong, honest Pitts that has been regularly flown, hangared, and maintained. A capable platform to develop pilots and deliver professional aerobatic training.
Selling as part of a personal/business transition.
All logbooks available. Pre-buy inspection welcome.
Key Points
- Factory-built, Certified Pitts S-2A (not experimental)
- Lycoming AEIO-360-A1A with full inverted oil and fuel system
- New MT 3-blade constant-speed propeller (installed by Nigel Arnott)
- Annual inspection just completed by Ultimate Aero QLD
- Extensive recent engine rebuild, including: – Bulk stripped – New main and rod bearings – Cylinders honed with new rings – New camshaft and lifters – Reconditioned magnetos – Reconditioned oil cooler – New hoses
- Airframe and wings inspected and rig-checked by Nigel Arnott
- Well suited for: Pitts circuits & tailwheel endorsements – Aerobatic endorsements & upset training – Stall and spin training – Advanced handling and confidence building
- Enjoyable plane and forgiving
Manufacturer
Aerobatics (Aviat) – designed by Curtis Pitts
Model
Pitts Special S-2A 2 seat aerobatic biplane
Year of Manufacturer
1973
Total Time Airframe
4078.8
Engine Specifications
Lycoming AEIO-360-A1A – 200 HP (full inverted system) Engine TSN: 944.1 hrs Time since bulk-strip rebuild: 166 hrs Bulk-strip rebuild, since flying every week private only the hrs will change: completedin bulk strip, Crankcase split and bulk stripped – New main and rod bearings – Cylinders honed with new rings – New camshaft and lifters – Reconditioned magnetos – Reconditioned oil coolers – New fuel lines and oil hoses,and much more ,Strong compressions, excellent oil pressure and temperatures.
Propeller Specifications
MT 3-blade constant-speed propeller Approx. 126 hrs TSN Installed by Nigel Arnott Smooth running, excellent climb and braking performance.
Avionics
VFR instrumentation + VHF radio + Mode C Transponder, digital fuel calibrator and USB.
