1959 GRUMMAN HU-16A

    $1,964,554 
    Price entered as: USD $1,400,000
    Aircraft Location:Rockford, Illinois, USA

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    Contact:Mark Clark

    Phone:(815) 229-5112

    Rockford, Illinois, USA

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    One of the top Albatross aircraft in the world! Amazing Garmin Avionics upgrade Upgraded systems Only 2 civilian operators since military release Complete spares and support package

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    Year1959
    ManufacturerGRUMMAN
    ModelHU-16A
    Registration #N3HU
    Serial Number131906
    ConditionUsed
    Based atDuPage Co. Airport
    Total Time5,054
    Airframe5054 Hrs TTSNEW
    Engine 1 Time182 SMOH
    Engine 1 TBO1200
    Engine ManufacturerWright 1820-76, 1475 hp LH: 182 Hrs SMOH by Anderson Airmotive
    Engine 2 NotesRH: 36 Hrs SMOH by Anderson Airmotive
    Prop SpecsHamilton Standard AD is not applicable to this propeller model LH: 1186 Hrs. SPOH RH: 1804 Hrs. SPOH
    ADS-B EquippedYes
    Avionics/RadiosCustom Installation by J. A. Avionics 2020 Dual Garmin G-600 TXi Integrated Avionics System Primary Flight Display and Multi-Function Display Dual Garmin GTN-750 Navigation/Communication Systems Mid-Continent MD-302 Standy Attitude Module PS Engineering PAC45 Special Misson Audio Controller with Dual Channel Audio Selector/ICS Garmin GTX-345R ADSB Transponder Garmin GTX-335R Transponder Garmin GWX-70 Digital Radar system Garmin GTS 825 TCAS 1 with top and bottom antennas Garmin GDL-69A SXM weather and Satellite Receiver Garmin GSR-56 Satcom system Bose Noise canceling headsets Garmin VHF-210 Marine Band Radio
    Additional EquipmentDarton Pre-Oil, Oil Shutoff and scavenge systems J.P. Instruments EDM-960 Engine Data Management System displays Cies Digital probes and indicators for fuel, oil and hydraulic tanks Aerospace Logic Indicators for Engine Gauges Electrical monitoring Fuel Level Dual Mid Continent MD-93 Digital clocks Dual Mid Continent TA-202 USD ports Potta-Potty (marine) in lavatory Marine electrical system to allow operation on water of basic ships systems without running aircraft system Seaton Electronic Panel light dimmer system Highlights of Spares and support package- List available 1 Fresh Overhauled engine by Anderson Airmotive 1 Engine IRAN by Anderson Airmotive 1 Overhauled Propeller Wheels and Brakes Drop tanks Jacks and Work Stand 20 foot storage container Additional Cabis seat 1 overhauled QEC unit Overhauled Rotables Gaskets, seals and packings Manuals Hundreds of excellent support items
    ExteriorNavy Gray with orange stripe, excellent condition
    InteriorRedone with 10 removable seats and 2 single bunks, cabin table. Excellent condition. New placards and many panels were rebuilt. Potty
    Inspection StatusAircraft maintained under FAA Approved Inspection – completed May 2026 Aircraft in the Restricted Category for the purpose of Forest and Wildlife Survey, Patrolling and carriage of cargo. Requires the pilot to hold an aircraft type rating(over 12,500lbs) This outstanding aircraft is located at DuPage Co. Airport in the Chicago area (KDPA) and can be seen by appointment. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION UPON INSPECTION. PRIOR SALE AND/OR REMOVAL FROM THE MARKET WITHOUT NOTICE.
    Year1959|
    ManufacturerGRUMMAN|
    ModelHU-16A|
    Registration #N3HU|
    Serial Number131906|
    ConditionUsed|
    Based atDuPage Co. Airport|
    Total Time5,054|
    Airframe5054 Hrs TTSNEW|
    Engine 1 Time182 SMOH |
    Engine 1 TBO1200|
    Engine ManufacturerWright 1820-76, 1475 hp LH: 182 Hrs SMOH by Anderson Airmotive|
    Engine 2 NotesRH: 36 Hrs SMOH by Anderson Airmotive|
    Prop SpecsHamilton Standard AD is not applicable to this propeller model LH: 1186 Hrs. SPOH RH: 1804 Hrs. SPOH|
    ADS-B EquippedYes|
    Avionics/RadiosCustom Installation by J. A. Avionics 2020 Dual Garmin G-600 TXi Integrated Avionics System Primary Flight Display and Multi-Function Display Dual Garmin GTN-750 Navigation/Communication Systems Mid-Continent MD-302 Standy Attitude Module PS Engineering PAC45 Special Misson Audio Controller with Dual Channel Audio Selector/ICS Garmin GTX-345R ADSB Transponder Garmin GTX-335R Transponder Garmin GWX-70 Digital Radar system Garmin GTS 825 TCAS 1 with top and bottom antennas Garmin GDL-69A SXM weather and Satellite Receiver Garmin GSR-56 Satcom system Bose Noise canceling headsets Garmin VHF-210 Marine Band Radio|
    Additional EquipmentDarton Pre-Oil, Oil Shutoff and scavenge systems J.P. Instruments EDM-960 Engine Data Management System displays Cies Digital probes and indicators for fuel, oil and hydraulic tanks Aerospace Logic Indicators for Engine Gauges Electrical monitoring Fuel Level Dual Mid Continent MD-93 Digital clocks Dual Mid Continent TA-202 USD ports Potta-Potty (marine) in lavatory Marine electrical system to allow operation on water of basic ships systems without running aircraft system Seaton Electronic Panel light dimmer system Highlights of Spares and support package- List available 1 Fresh Overhauled engine by Anderson Airmotive 1 Engine IRAN by Anderson Airmotive 1 Overhauled Propeller Wheels and Brakes Drop tanks Jacks and Work Stand 20 foot storage container Additional Cabis seat 1 overhauled QEC unit Overhauled Rotables Gaskets, seals and packings Manuals Hundreds of excellent support items|
    ExteriorNavy Gray with orange stripe, excellent condition|
    InteriorRedone with 10 removable seats and 2 single bunks, cabin table. Excellent condition. New placards and many panels were rebuilt. Potty|
    Inspection StatusAircraft maintained under FAA Approved Inspection – completed May 2026 Aircraft in the Restricted Category for the purpose of Forest and Wildlife Survey, Patrolling and carriage of cargo. Requires the pilot to hold an aircraft type rating(over 12,500lbs) This outstanding aircraft is located at DuPage Co. Airport in the Chicago area (KDPA) and can be seen by appointment. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION UPON INSPECTION. PRIOR SALE AND/OR REMOVAL FROM THE MARKET WITHOUT NOTICE.|
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