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$97,500
Aircraft Location:Albany, New York
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General
Year
1973
Manufacturer
Model
Serial Number
69-73
Registration #
N8505
Condition
Used
Description
Ready for an incredibly FUN aircraft to own and fly? This Bellanca / American Champion Aircraft 8KCAB Decathlon IS IT!
This aircraft spent the bulk of its life in Canada and was imported in early 2022. Current owner is a professional pilot and has invested heavily into the aircraft in the past 12 months with a Completely Remanufactured Engine, Propeller and Prop Governor! Few planes are as capable and versatile as the Decathlon, making it uniquely deserving of the name. This wonderful example has been regularly flown by a professional airline pilot, has been well maintained and upgraded, and has been idyllically stored and cared for. Not much more that anyone could ask for, so look no further... call us today and make this one YOURS!
Airframe
Total Time
1,845
Useful Load
500 lb
Complete Logs
Yes
Airframe Notes
• Fresh Oil Change (September 2024)
• NEW Plane-Power voltage regulator (September 2024)
Engine
Engine 1 Make/Model
LYCOMING IO-320-E1A
Engine Horsepower
150 HP
Engine 1 Time
0 SMOH
Engine TBO
2000
Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New
2026
Props
Prop Manufacturer
HARTZELL
Prop Time
0 SOH
Number of Blades
2
Prop Notes
Hartzell HC-C2YL-4F Constant Speed Propeller
Hartzell F-6-31 Prop Governor
Avionics
Avionics/Radios
Electronics International CGR-30P Premium Engine Monitor
Full VFR Panel - All in good working condition
Garmin GSB 15 USB A & C Charger
Garmin GTR 225 Comm / Intercom
Narco AT 50A Mode C Transponder
Additional Equipment
Additional Equipment
Lycoming IO-320-EIA (150 horsepower)
Hartzell HC-C2YL-4F Constant Speed Propeller
Hartzell F-6-31 Prop Governor
Fresh April 2026 Annual
All ADs in Compliance
VFR Panel with numerous upgrades
Hooker 4-point Harness Set Installed (STC SA312CH)
Wing inspection panels installed to reduce annual spar check labor
Fuse panel converted to circuit breakers (Klixon breakers installed June 2024)
ADS-B out compliant - uAvionics UAX9003201 Skybeacon wingtip beacon / nav light - Installed June 2024
Recovered in 2000 with Ceconite 101 fabric - Great Condition
Wood Spars in Excellent Condition
Always Hangar Stored
Vortex Generator Kit (Wings & Tail) Installed
Inverted Fuel and Oil System
Wheel Fairings Included (not installed at present for grass operations)
ACK E-04R 406 ELT Installed (2018)
Garmin and Electronics International Instruments Installed June 2024
Heel Brakes
Exterior
Exterior Notes
Classic looking Decathlon! Recovered in 2000 with Ceconite 101 Fabric in beautiful red, white, and blue. Fabric is in great condition. It has been continuously hangar stored and has only a couple small areas with light paint oxidation on top of wings and tail. Excellently cared for and shows well!
Interior
Interior Notes
The blue and black hybrid cloth interior is in very good condition. New Hooker 4-point harnesses for both occupants were installed in 2018. Intercom and headset jack equipped. Ready to perform and do so in comfort!
Inspection Status
Inspection Status
Annual Due: 04/2027
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