1980 Pitts S-2A
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
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Description
This PITTS S-2A, is a commercial built aircraft by Aerotek and is part of the legendary Pitts Special series of aerobatic biplanes by designer Curtis Pitts. The Pitts Special set the industry benchmark for aerobatic aircraft. In 1967, Pitts developed the two-seat S-2 trainer version. Max speed 210 mph 2,500 ft/min capable of unlimited aerobatics with a +6/-3 g Smoking airplanes tank and system (removable) This aircraft was the spare for The Carling Aerobatic Team sponsored by Carling O’Keefe Limited. Please note the IPad is not included.
Propeller
Blade (1) H19606 Blade (2) H19609
Interior
Tandem Cockpit
Exterior
Original paint scheme for famous Carling Red Caps Replacement AC.
Inspection
THIS AIRCRAFT IS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AND VERIFICATION OF SPECIFICATIONS Last Annual was done Feb/March 2026
Modifications / STCs
• Smoking Airplanes Tank and System (removable)
• Open or Enclosed Cockpit with Newer Canopy
• Hooker Harnesses
• Lexan Floor
• Rotated Calipers
• New Tail-Wheel
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Aviation Unlimited
controller.com
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$89,000
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Oshawa, ON, Canada | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Aviation Unlimited
controlleremea.co.uk
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$90,010 *
GBP £67,262
|
Oshawa, ON, Canada | Apr 08, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Pitts S-2A
This 1980 Pitts S-2A (N31482) is a 2-seat single engine piston with 1,927 hours on the airframe. There are currently 5 S-2A aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $89,000 to $103,850. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $89,000.
The S-2A cruises at 137 kts (254 km/h) with a range of 298 nm (552 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 6 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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Pitts S-2A — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N31482.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
We'll check N31482 against the NTSB accident database.
Airworthiness Directives — Pitts S-2A
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 6 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
Aviat Aircraft Inc. Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S Airplanes (formerly Pitts Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S airplanes)
View full AD →Aviat Aircraft, Inc. Models S-1S, S-1T, S-2, S-2A, S-2S, and S-2B Airplanes (Formerly Known as Pitts Models S- 1S, S-1T, S-2, S-2A, S-2S, and S-2B Airplanes); Correction
View full AD →Aviat Aircraft, Inc. Models S-1S, S-1T, S-2, S-2A, S-2S, and S-2B Airplanes (Formerly Known as Pitts Models S- 1S, S-1T, S-2, S-2A, S-2S, and S-2B Airplanes)
View full AD →Aviat Aircraft Inc. Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S Airplanes (formerly Pitts Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S airplanes)
View full AD →Aviat Aircraft, Inc. Models S-1S, S-1T, S-2, S-2A, S-2S, and S-2B Airplanes (Formerly Known as Pitts Models S- 1S, S-1T, S-2, S-2A, S-2S, and S-2B Airplanes)
View full AD →Aviat Aircraft Inc. Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S Airplanes (Formerly Pitts Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S Airplanes)
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
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