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Pitts S-1S
Single Engine Piston
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Location
MA
Seats
1
Cruise
120 kts (222 km/h)
ICAO Type
PTS1
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Listing Details
Seller reported- Make
- Pitts
- Model
- S-1S
- Location
- MA
- Source
- globalplanesearch.com
49500 FOR SALE Pitts Special S1S (Built 2018) Stunning Example A superb opportunity to purchase an exceptional Pitts Special S1S, built 2018 and presented in absolutely stunning condition throughout. This aircraft is a fantastic example with an impressive spec and beautiful finish inside and out. Key Details Built: 2018 Total Airframe Time: Under 80 hours Engine: 700 hours since overhaul Compressions: 78 / 78 / 79 / 78 Ceramic coated Exterior: Absolutely stunning Interior: Custom interior Solid-state flange and crank A seriously eye-catching Pitts with a premium feel ideal for aerobatic flying, private displays, or simply owning a head-turning classic. Price: 49,500 Located: Suffolk Contact: 07947 382154 Serious enquiries only. More photos / details available on request.
Pitts S-1S — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Seats
1
Cruise Speed
120 kts (222 km/h)
Max Speed
108 kts (200 km/h)
Range
273 nm (506 km)
Ceiling
17,000 ft (5,182 m)
Max Weight
1,150 lbs (522 kg)
Useful Load
400 lbs (181 kg)
Horsepower
180 HP
Fuel Burn
9 GPH (34 L/h)
Estimated Cost of Ownership
AeroGurus estimateFuel Burn
9.0 GPH
~$58/hr
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About the Pitts S-1S
The Pitts S-1 is the classic single-seat aerobatic biplane — small, light and ferociously agile, the mount that dominated competition aerobatics and still delivers one of the best roll rates and aerobatic experiences for the money. Variants range from the symmetrical-wing S-1S and constant-speed S-1T to the high-performance S-1-11 ("Super Stinker"). Most are amateur-built or factory biplanes flown for sport and competition aerobatics.
Produced 1945–2006.