1917 Fokker DR-1 Triplane
PROJECT

1917 Fokker DR-1 Triplane

Single Engine Piston

PROJECT
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Location Clinton, MO
Seats 1
Cruise 90 kts (167 km/h)
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Aircraft Details

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Description

This is a 7/8 scale reproduction kit. The original kit sold for $11,000 and is currently estimated three quarters of the way completed. Three of the wings are covered and the tail assembly is completely covered and painted. This project was brought to its present state by a professional aircraft restoration person holding an A&P Certificate and an IA Certificate. It has being assembled with the intention of using a continental O200 engine. Any other engine could be used as well depending on t...

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About This Fokker DR-1 Triplane

This 1917 Fokker DR-1 Triplane is a 1-seat single engine piston .

The DR-1 Triplane cruises at 90 kts (167 km/h) with a range of 160 nm (296 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 20,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 6 GPH (23 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $37/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $80/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $8,000.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Budget $90 for pre-purchase inspection

Fokker DR-1 Triplane — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
1
Cruise Speed
90 kts (167 km/h)
Max Speed
97 kts (180 km/h)
Range
160 nm (296 km)
Ceiling
20,000 ft (6,096 m)
Max Weight
1,291 lbs (586 kg)
Useful Load
300 lbs (136 kg)
Horsepower
110 HP
Fuel Burn
6 GPH (23 L/h)
TBO
1,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

FOKKER DR-1

Fuel Burn
6.0 GPH
~$39/hr
Variable Cost
$80/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$8,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$15,000
every 1,500 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the FOKKER DR-1. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registration number not available.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Clinton, MO

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Title Status

No FAA title records

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Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for this aircraft.

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