BARNSTORMERS.COM eFLYER - Issue 777 (2024)

Pensacola Naval Air Museum
By Gary Rosier, Contributing Photographer

In this photo essay, we take a little trip back in time to 2017 with photographer Gary Rosier as he visited The National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, Florida. Read more…

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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AEROBATIC
Mudry Cap 10 B/C • $105,000 • AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE SALEWonderful and rare Aerobatic plane! A very nice combo for Aerobatic and cross country! Cap 10 B/C (C wings in 2006. C wings has the carbon reinforce spar, larger aileron and double spades which highly increase the roll of turn and the responsiveness of the aileron) Last annual 12/2021 Total airframe 7150 hrs but C wings only 1600 hrs Engine hours since new (2016) : 150 hrs Propeller hours 120 hrs Fully certified fully Aerobatic +6/-4,5 G ADS-B out compliant Cruise 145 kt Celling practicable 16400 ft Range 645 Nm All documents, 2 parachutes, an extra exhaust Based in KISM MoreInfo»
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRPORT PROPERTY - COLORADO
Pagosa Springs KPSO Hangar • $275,000 • RARE OPPORTUNITYThat almost impossible hangar is now available in Pagosa Springs Colorado. It's 41ft 6in door opening and 34ft deep with a 10 ft 11in door height. Fully Insulated hanger with Schweiss Bifold door. Large enough for a vehicle + baron or similar light twin or possibly 2 aircraft if one is a high wing and 1 low wing. South facing excellent sun exposure for low winter maintenance, gas available if heat is desired. No water/sewer at the hangar, however the hangar is conveniently located near the FBO and fuel farm. MoreInfo»
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED AIRPORT PROPERTY - TENNESSEE
For Sale • $650,000 • AVAILABLE FOR SALE2400x50 ft grass strip for sale. Extendable to 2500 ft. 1920 sqft 3/2 house and 40x60 hangar/shop and 25x40 Quonset hut. Well setup with bifold door and hangar office. 11.66 acres. Very unique pilot property. 1 hour from BNA. 1.5 hours from CHA. Priorities have changed. MoreInfo»

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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA 120
Cessna 120 with 0-200 • $80,000 • FOR SALECessna 120 just coming out of a multi year restoration by an award winning A&P IA.0-200 power with a 150 seaplane prop, VG's fabric wings ,ADS-b out and in Becker comm and transponder with Garmin 796 for nav, traffic and weather. Too many mods to list includes a 6 inch 3 ring binder of paperwork and history since new. All parts new or 0 hours since overhaul. end of December delivery. MoreInfo»
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED CESSNA 150
1976 CESSNA 150M • $40,000 • FOR SALE TO GOOD HOMESuper clean '76 C150M. TTAF 8851 SMOH 610 This little bird has served me well, starts easy, runs smooth, and is inexpensive to fly! Perfect for time building or just to fly. Dual VOR/ILS, Auto Gas STC, Spin-on Oil Filter STC, ADSB via UAvionics Tail beacon, LED landing light, LED Nav lights, Empty weight 1130.8, Useful load 469.2, Cylinders at Annual #1. 78/80 #2. 80/80 #3. 78/80 #4. 79/80 Complete digitized logs upon request via email. Annual due 2/1/2023. Transaction will be handled through professional Escrow and Title service. MoreInfo»

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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED LANCAIR
Columbia 400 • $419,000 • FOR SALE TO GOOD HOME2004 Columbia 400. Continental TSIO-550FG. 310 Hp. TTSN 1411.4. Engine: 0-since major overhaul by Continental. Factory overhaul included new turbos, exhaust, starter, etc. Hartzell 3 blade prop 0-since overhaul by Texas Propeller. New batteries and main tires and tubes. 0-since professional paint work. Glass cockpit - Avidyne Integra primary and multifunction flight displays, and IPAD location. Factory air conditioning. Factory oxygen. Speed brakes. 235kts true airspeed. S-tech autopilot. Dual Garmin 430 WAAS. Garmin 330 adsb transponder. Leather interior with courtesy lighting. MoreInfo»
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED EXPERIMENTAL
Pazmany PL4 • $25,000 • NO REASONABLE OFFER REFUSEDClean Pazmany PL4, light sport. A&P built and owned, certified light weight C-85-8 0-200 crank and rod STC, new cylinders 100 SMOH, Wind generator aerovolts battery Becker com, Sandia STX 165 xponder garmin 296 Grove wheels and brakes, new canopy.plans built in England over a 20-year period. Crossed the English Channel.5 gallon ferry tank 16 gallons fuel,Too much to list. Email or call for details. Trade for ? extremely roomy cockpit, 6,4" pilots with leg room, climbs 1300 FPM plus very predictable tail dragger fun & inexpensive to fly fresh conditional insp with sale MoreInfo»
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED GRUMMAN
1977 Grumman AA5B tigerAVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY1977 Grumman AA5B 3270 Total 1453 Since Factory Overhaul GNS430 / GNX345 TX / KX155 / Dual Glideslope / Century1 autopilot / Intercom / Sensenich prop / 4 probe EGT / Standby Vacuum System / Strobe s/ Great interior MoreInfo»
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PIPER
1941 PIPER J-5A CUB CRUISER • $34,500 • OFFERED FOR SALE1570 TT, 255 SMOH on C-85, Wood Prop, Cleveland Brakes, Electric Starter, Ceconite 1988, September annual, Shoulder Harness. I bought the aircraft to fly over farms in my business. The last time that I flew a Cub was many years ago. I forgot how cramped the front seat area is. It's a little too uncomfortable for two of us flying hours over land. I have a pdf of excerpts from the logbooks of pertinent events such a engine overhaul, covering, repairs from recent years & last annual inspection that I can email upon request. MoreInfo»
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED PROJECT
Schleicher ASK13 project • $7,000 • FOR SALE1970 Schemer ASK 13 project less than 450 hours TT aerotow only, apart for paint only. current passed wood and glue inspection by Chad Wille much paint prep done. beautiful wood and fabric, nose wheel mod complete panels less various and radio, nice glass. great road worthy trailer recently towed 800 miles trouble free, Current registration and standard airworthiness certificate in hand. MoreInfo»
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED RANS
Rans S17 Stinger • $10,000 • AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE SALEReduced price. Rotax 447dcsi - dual carb. New instrument. New prop. Fat tires. Ready to fly. Very nice build. MoreInfo»

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A VIEW FROM THE COCKPIT
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED SERVICE
AIRCRAFT PAINT 1 STOP SHOPPAINT SHOP SPECIALProfessional & Certified Aircraft Exterior/Interior Refinishing/Engine Overhauls/Avionics/Sheetmetal & Composite Repairs/STC'S MoreInfo»
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED VAN'S RV
2020 Van's RV 7A, 200TT • $210,000 • ACCEPTING OFFERSZero damage history Always hangard CO2 detection Unit Lidar Landing Height System Red and White LED panel lighting Dual 10” Dynon Sky View HDX Disp with Syn Vis, Nav Mapping, Eng Mon & dual backup bat & ADAHRS Mode S & ADS-B Com Radio Controller Autopilot Control Panel with Auto level button, Envelope Protection, IAS, VS, GPSS, Heading, Nav VNav Modes Control Knob Panel GTN 750 XI GMA 35C audio panel Flight Stream 510 GDL 69A Sirius XM receiver with GA-55 Antenna for on board XM weather and music Infinity Aerospace Grips VPX Power Controller Oilcooler and front landing gear from RV10 MoreInfo»
THIS WEEK'S FEATURED WARBIRD
Nanchang CJ6 for Sale • $59,500 • FOR SALE BY OWNERA friend is selling this 1984 CJ6. 3000 hours, 20 hours on Chinese crate motor (cosmoline, never run). Extremely clean, great original pain, with patina. Smoke system, includes jacks, scuba air tanks. MoreInfo»

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FAQs

What did the Barnstormer do for aviation? ›

So, just what is a “barnstormer”? In short, a pilot who traveled across the country, performing aerial stunts and offering joy rides for a price in an airplane. Also known as “Gypsy Pilots,” they often traveled alone within a territory.

Why is it called barnstorming? ›

When visiting rural communities without proper theater buildings, these companies often staged performances in barns. People took to calling the casts and crews "barnstormers." Stunt pilots didn't fly in barns, of course, but their show methods were similarly makeshift.

What did Barnstormers do? ›

Barnstormers were pilots who flew throughout the country to sell airplane rides and perform stunts. Charles Lindbergh first began flying as a barnstormer.

Who did Orville Wright call the greatest pilot of all time? ›

Among them were Bessie Coleman and another pilot named Lincoln Beachey. Born in San Francisco, Beachey (1887–1915) was one of the top barnstormers. At one point, Orville Wright called him “the greatest pilot of all time.” In his Curtiss biplane, Beachey thrilled crowds with his dives.

Was Charles Lindbergh a barnstormer? ›

Lindbergh was born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1902 and was raised in Little Falls, Minnesota. He died in Hawaii in 1974 on the island of Maui, where he is buried. He was a barnstormer and air mail pilot. He gained worldwide fame as the first person to fly alone across the Atlantic.

What was the primary airplane used in the barnstorming era? ›

The Jenny, powered by the equally famous Curtiss OX-5 engine, became the principal aircraft flown by barnstormers during the postwar period.

Why is it called bucking Bronco? ›

It comes from the Spanish broncos, which means rough. American cowboys borrowed the lingo from their Mexican counterparts to describe untrained or partially trained horses. Originally, cowboys probably used the term to refer to breaking wild horses, but today's broncos are not feral.

Who was the public face of aviation? ›

Charles Augustus Lindbergh (February 4, 1902 – August 26, 1974) was an American aviator and military officer. On May 20–21, 1927, he made the first nonstop flight from New York City to Paris, a distance of 3,600 miles (5,800 km), flying alone for 33.5 hours.

Why did the barnstormers change their name? ›

The Stormers have been known as the Lancaster Barnstormers since their inception ahead of the 2005 season. The agricultural theme will remain in place as well as the iconic Cylo mascot. The club stated that the purpose of the rebrand was to modernize the team's brand while still paying homage to its past.

What is the Mad Dog aircraft? ›

Design. The MD-80 series is a mid-size, medium-range airliner, featuring a fuselage 14 ft 3 in (4.34 m) longer than the DC-9-50. The small, highly efficient wing design of the baseline aircraft was enlarged by adding sections at the wing root and tip for a 28% larger wing.

How long did Charles Lindbergh have to stay awake during his flight? ›

Along with the perils of navigating the foggy Atlantic, Lindbergh's biggest challenge during his transatlantic flight was simply staying awake. Between his pre-flight preparations and the 33.5-hour journey itself, he went some 55 hours without sleep.

What does a Barnstormer do? ›

Daredevil stunt pilots would perform maneuvers like spins, dives, loop-the-loops, and barrel rolls at dangerously low altitudes, and aerialists would attempt feats like wing walking, jumping from plane to plane, and even mid-air tennis matches. Not all barnstormers were former military men, however.

Which famous aviator was a barnstormer at the beginning of his her career? ›

Lindbergh learned to fly planes in 1922 after quitting college. He got his start in aviation as a barnstormer.

What did Amelia Earhart do for aviation? ›

In 1932, she became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic—as a pilot. Her awards included the American Distinguished Flying Cross and the Cross of the French Legion of Honor. In 1929, Earhart helped found the Ninety-Nines, an organization of female aviators.

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