Description
Hiller Aviation Brokerage & Consulting is proud to offer this 1960 Cessna 310D — N6817T, "Song Bird III"
This is the last of three aircraft associated with the beloved CBS/NBC series Sky King (1951–1959), starring Kirby Grant and Gloria Winters — 72 episodes that helped make the Cessna 310 Songbird one of the most recognizable aircraft in television history.
Recipient of multiple aviation preservation and restoration awards, including EAA Oshkosh 2002 Grand Champion Contemporary, 2009 Contemporary Preservation Award, and Sun 'n Fun 2003 & 2022 Contemporary Outstanding in Type.
A unique aircraft with a distinguished restoration record, representing an important chapter in both American aviation and popular culture.
MAJOR AWARDS:
Oshkosh:
2002 Grand Champion Contemporary
2009 Contemporary Preservation Award
Sun N Fun:
2003 Contemporary Outstanding in Type
2022 Contemporary Outstanding in Type
Disclaimer
The Seller and Agent provide the information herein solely to assist prospective buyers in evaluating the aircraft. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, errors and omissions may occur. All specifications, equipment, features, times, statuses, and conditions are the sole responsibility of the Buyer to verify prior to closing. Neither Seller nor Agent shall be held liable for any discrepancies, errors, or omissions discovered after closing, nor are they obligated to provide any equipment, features, inspections, or other considerations beyond what is expressly agreed upon. All aircraft, equipment, and prices are subject to change without notice and are subject to prior sale, withdrawal, or unavailability.
Modifications
ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS: Cessna 310-R style interior upgrade — complete re-upholstery, dome light, gear handle, cover panels Corrosion treatment of wings, control surfaces, tail, and fuselage with ACF-50 Left prop dynamically balanced (2017, Doug Seibel A&P) FAA Form 337s on file: landing gear, panel, brakes, engines, props, alternators, autopilot, ADS-B, and more STC SA00799CH (Hartzell prop conversion) on file Weight & Balance current — empty weight 3,386 lbs Yellow-tag release certificates for all major components
Avionics
AVIONICS: Garmin GMX200 MFD Garmin/Apollo GX60 GPS /Comm Garmin SL30 Nav/Comm S-TEC 50 Two-Axis Autopilot with Altitude Hold Apollo SL70 Transponder (Mode C) with blind encoder Apollo SL15M Audio Panel uAvionix tailBeacon ADS-B Out Electronics Intl EGTs Davtron M800 Chronometer Davtron M655 Weston altimeter, VSI, DG — all overhauled Avionics fan Ameri-King AK-450 ELT Pilot-static system certified