1978 GRUMMAN AA5A CHEETAH
Lachute, QC
AFTT: 2451, SMOH: 777
$99,000
This beautiful Cheetah is an economical, reliable 4-seater, cruising at 120-125 knots with a range of up to 700nm. The controls are push-rod and responsive, and the bonded aluminum fuselage/wing eliminates rivets. The simple fixed-gear, free-castering nosewheel, and sliding canopy make for a great handling experience and superior ventilation. In cruise, the canopy opens up to 7”! The cabin is comfortable and functional, with a rear baggage hatch and a useful load of around 900 lbs. Perfect for pilots who want an affordable, high-performance aircraft with sporty handling and economical performance.
Engine:
150-hp Lycoming O-320-E2G engine
7-8gph fuel burn at 120-125kts!
Airframe:
Beautiful, brand new “Jet-Glow” Sherwin Williams Paint - August 2023
Exterior is 10/10, interior is 7/10
Interior is original and very clean
Avionics:
Vacuum gauges, with a new Garmin radio and new antennae. Ipad panel mount and a Garmin 760 with a panel mount.
Upgrades/Repairs:
Leaking main tank replaced
New Tire
New Brake lines
New exaust system
Refurb vacum system 2023
New Concord Battery “xtra crank” 25 amp Seal redone sept 2024
Most of the tail-cone fairing pieces have been replaced with fibreglass parts
New garmin radio, new antenna
Gps mount with garmin 796 last update aug 2021
Maintenance Status:
Fresh annual sept 2024 - Aero-Fax inc.
Prop inspection 500hr Prop. inspection recently completed
Mag done sept 2024
PDF logbook available upon request
Seller Name: Red Beacon Aeronautical Inc.
Seller Phone: 2269276141
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This beautiful Cheetah is an economical, reliable 4-seater, cruising at 120-125 knots with a range of up to 700nm. The controls are push-rod and respo...