1946 Stinson 108
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Stinson 108 with 150HP Franklin engine TT 2484, SMOH 682, STOH 217. Machine work on cylinders by Greg Lucas engine assembled by Billy Carter. The wings were recovered in 2015. Basic radio and VFR instruments. #1 cylinder does not fire with the right magneto. The problem is internal to the mag. New battery 1/2026. stab/elevator/rudder rebuilt. last annual 2022. Losing hanger May 1 must complete sale by that date or airplane will be disassembled and sold for parts.
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Helmut Guehr
trade-a-plane.com
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$20,000
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Mocksville, NC | Apr 13, 2026 | 96 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Stinson 108
This 1946 Stinson 108 (N97520) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,484 hours on the airframe. There are currently 4 108 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $20,000 to $267,609. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $20,000.
The 108 cruises at 105 kts (194 km/h) with a range of 430 nm (796 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 13,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8 GPH (30 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $50/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Stinson 108 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N97520.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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