Description
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 packageSpecifications
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.|