2001 Glasair III RG for sale

2001 Glasair III RG

Experimental / Homebuilt

FOR SALE
$349,000
Location Columbus, OH
Total Time 876 hrs
Engine SMOH 454 hrs
Seats 2
Serial # DB1
Reg # N18TW
Cruise 190 kts (352 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
$150K+ CUSTOM PANEL FULL GARMIN SUITE Primary Flight & Display System Dual Garmin G3X Touch GDU 460 10.6” PFD/MFD Displays Dual GDU 460/465 Install Kits Dual GA26X GPS Antennas Dual Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instruments (ADI + HSI redundancy) Composite video inputs integrated into G3X

Custom Carbon Fiber CNC-Cut Instrument Panel with professional labeling & backlighting

Infinity Stick Grips (PTT Trim AP DISC Alt Hold) Navigation Comm & IFR Equipment Garmin GTN 750Xi GPS/NAV/COMM (flagship WAAS IFR navigator) Garmin GTR 20 Remote COM Radio Garmin GMA 245R Remote Bluetooth Audio Panel Fully WAAS/LPV capable Internal antennas (installed in tail cone) by Sportcraft Antennas Bluetooth audio streaming & wireless intercom functionality ADS-B & Transponder Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B IN & OUT Transponder Real-time traffic weather backup AHRS Bluetooth EFB streaming G3X High-Performance Core System G3X High Performance LRU Kit (GSU 25D ADAHRS GMU 22 Magnetometer GTP 59 Temp Probe Config Module) GMU 22 Install Kit + Universal GMU 22/44 Mount Kit GSU 25C/D Connector Kit GEA 24 Engine/Airframe Interface Module + Connector Kit G3X 6-Cylinder Sensor Kit 75 GPT Precision Pressure Sensor Hall-Effect RPM Sensor Lambda gauge for continuous AFR Brand new EI Fuel Probes integrated into G3X Autopilot System (Fully Integrated) Garmin GMC 507 Autopilot Mode Controller Dual Garmin GSA 28 Servos (Pitch & Roll) Dual GSA 28 Servo Connector Kits Dual GSA 28 Install Kits with mounting brackets Safety Redundancy & Environmental Garmin GHA 15 Radar Altitude Height Advisor (AGL digital readout + callouts) AITHRE SHIELD EX 3.0 Carbon Monoxide Detection (panel alerts + G3X/Aural) Garmin GAP 26 Heated Pitot TCW Integrated Battery Backup System (IBBS) Multiple redundant attitude sources (G3X 750Xi fallback AHRS) SmartGlide System Interfaces Garmin GAD 29C ARINC 429 Converter + Connector Kit Garmin GAD 27 Integrated Power Controller + Connector Kit

Description

THE ULTIMATE GLASAIR III, DELIVERING BRUTAL PERFORMANCE IN TOTAL COMFORT

This highly modified Glasair III Version II is the ultimate expression of speed, precision, and craftsmanship. Professionally built at Jim Muldoon’s Glasair factory assist shop and just completed an open checkbook 2 year restoration and full airframe IRAN.

Featuring a new $150K “dream panel” by Coastal Winds Avionics, a $75K freshly IRAN verified Lycoming IO-540 with only 455 hours, a new custom $45K Hartzell propeller, new Beringer wheels and antilock brakes, and a meticulously refinished paint scheme.

Aerodynamic refinements include more than 1,000 hours of computational fluid dynamics modeled wing and wheel well reshaping, a Version II extended rudder and ventral fin for fully developed spin recovery and carbon fiber components throughout.

With Reno Air Racing pedigree, ZEX nitrous installed (demonstrated 302.98 knots) and a luxurious new leather interior with custom stitching, this Glasair delivers exhilarating speed while offering comfort and confidence unmatched in its class.

DOCUMENTED INVESTMENTS TOTAL >$620,000 USD

For Access to the Dedicated Aircraft Website to see Complete Logs, Photos, Videos, and Documentation, Contact Brad Willette at Lane Aviation @ Ext 159. Thank you.

Engine

$75,000+ LYCOMING IO-540 OVERHAUL & VERIFICATION Freshly IRAN’d by Pinnacle Aircraft Engines to confirm flawless condition post-Reno competition use Engine Zero-timed Reman: 454.8 hours Dyno exceeded 425 HP (bench limited), actual output expected much higher Custom Crankcase and Crankshaft Light Speed III electronic ignition with Magneto Christen inverted oil + inverted fuel Ram air induction Skytec starter + Skydynamics lightweight flywheel B&C BC410-H alternator

Propeller

$45,000+ CUSTOM HARTZELL Brand new zero time Hartzell HC-C3YR-1RFX with custom blades matched to CFD aerodynamic refinements and custom painted.

Interior

New interior cushions, leather seating surfaces, embroidered racing logo, panel glare shield, and baggage compartment. French Saddle Stitching throughout.

Exterior

$125,000+ PAINT, AIRFRAME MODS, AND INTERIOR COST Sanded paint, prepped aircraft, and painted exterior of aircraft fuselage with Axalta Imon AF400 paint. Spent more than 1,000 hours reshaping underside of wing/wheel well blisters per ANALYTICAL METHODS, INC. fluid flow dynamics models Carbon fiber parts throughout Performance Sloped Windshield Additional airframe items: Ram air intake (modification supplied by Vision) Copilot brakes (S H option) Electric slotted flaps (S H option) Quiet-flite speed brakes Extended Rudder & Ventral (modification supplied by Vision) Whelen strobes in nav light housing Landing Gear Up and Down Locks with emergency extension hand pump (S H option) Fully bonded static system (custom modification) Shape coded gear, flap, etc. levers (custom modification) Electric aileron trim (custom modification) Electric elevator trim (S H option) Cabin heater (S H option) Cabin forced air (custom modification) Extended Tips with Fuel, Factory short tips, Racing tips Hardwired Bose headsets New Beringer wheels and antilock brake system

Inspection

Next Conditional Inspection Due: December 2026 For access to the dedicated aircraft website to see complete logs, photos, videos, and documentation, contact Brad Willette at Lane Aviation @ Ext 159. Thank you. Specifications Subject to Verification Upon Inspection **

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Lane Aviation
hangar67.com
$399,000
Lane Aviation
controller.com
$349,000
$399,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Glasair III RG

This 2001 Glasair III RG (N18TW) is a 2-seat experimental / homebuilt with 876 hours on the airframe. There are currently 2 III RG aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $349,000.

The III RG cruises at 190 kts (352 km/h) with a range of 1,100 nm (2,037 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 25,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14 GPH (53 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $87/hr in fuel alone.

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

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 876 hours
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Glasair III RG — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
2
Cruise Speed
190 kts (352 km/h)
Range
1,100 nm (2,037 km)
Ceiling
25,000 ft (7,620 m)
Max Weight
2,400 lbs (1,089 kg)
Useful Load
700 lbs (318 kg)
Horsepower
300 HP
Fuel Burn
14 GPH (53 L/h)

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

GLASAIR III

Fuel Burn
14.0 GPH
~$91/hr

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

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N18TW.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Columbus, OH

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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

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Price History

4 price events · sources: hangar67.com, aviationtrader.com.au, controlleremea.co.uk, controller.com

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