new member here.
I’m looking for advise on a Pitts project.
A little about me: I owned a Citabria about 5 years ago and delved in light aerobatics, outgrew it with the intention of upgrading to a higher performance ac. Got distracted by PA 18 project and since rebuilt a couple of them. Been looking for another project, actually been thinking about an exp Pitts when this opportunity came up.
70’ era plan built S1. From what I’ve gathered, last push on the plane was about 8 years ago, fuse is plumbed, wired and covered.
Wings, control surfaces are ready (?) for cover.
Engine, mid time 0360 w/cs prop, been sitting, needs tear down inspection at very least, Fuel system missing.
I’ve no experience with wood aircraft but appears most of the woodwork is done, condition after all these years is in question.
As a hobbyist my time is free but don’t want to get completely underwater on this as they seem to be very inexpensive to purchase complete and running.
Not sure where to start with describing project but can provide more info, photos etc as needed.
Happy to walk away - or run, if advised.
Thank you in advance for any guidance .
Doug
I’m looking for advise on a Pitts project.
A little about me: I owned a Citabria about 5 years ago and delved in light aerobatics, outgrew it with the intention of upgrading to a higher performance ac. Got distracted by PA 18 project and since rebuilt a couple of them. Been looking for another project, actually been thinking about an exp Pitts when this opportunity came up.
70’ era plan built S1. From what I’ve gathered, last push on the plane was about 8 years ago, fuse is plumbed, wired and covered.
Wings, control surfaces are ready (?) for cover.
Engine, mid time 0360 w/cs prop, been sitting, needs tear down inspection at very least, Fuel system missing.
I’ve no experience with wood aircraft but appears most of the woodwork is done, condition after all these years is in question.
As a hobbyist my time is free but don’t want to get completely underwater on this as they seem to be very inexpensive to purchase complete and running.
Not sure where to start with describing project but can provide more info, photos etc as needed.
Happy to walk away - or run, if advised.
Thank you in advance for any guidance .
Doug
