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1946 Luscombe 8E
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Overview
| Make / Model | Luscombe 8E |
|---|---|
| Type | Other |
| Airframe time | — |
Description
LUSCOMBE 8E 1946 Luscombe 8E in great flying condition, annual completed May 2026, currently being flown regularly so hours will go up. All maintenance records from 1946 to current. Over $25,000 invested in to this place in the last three years making this plane ready to fly. The exterior of the plane is beautiful and the C85 stroker motor runs great. 454 hours SMOH, 3973 hrs on air frame, electrical system, lights for night operation, electric start, too many new or over hauled parts to list. This is a great tail wheel trainer or low and slow classic. Very enjoyable to fly. Motivated seller.
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
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