Pitts S-1S
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
PITTS S-1S G-HOON Historic aircraft - built by Michel Brandt in 1974 and flown very successfully at many European and World Championships. Believed eligible for entry in next year's Vintage Aerobatic Championship at Breighton. imported from France in 2015. Excellent condition, total time 957hrs. LAA Permit valid to 22 May 2022. Lycoming IO-360-B4A, total time 410hrs. 90hrs since shock load inspection and rectification by Multi Flight which included new Slick magnetos and new MT propeller with carbon fibre spinner. Zero timed injector by Game Aviation at 371 engine hours. 5 point Hooker harness. Smoke system fitted (but tank leaks). Varley Li5 lithium battery. Trig TY91 and TT21, USB power outlets. Located Barton, Manchester, UK. Classic Pitts in classic red and white. Flies beautifully. £48,000. Ron Allan +447771637660, Nigel Jones +447900223493 Marcus Furniss +447710235553
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Afors
afors.uk
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$64,104 *
£48,000
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North West, United Kingdom | Jul 02, 2026 | 2 days | 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-1S
This Pitts S-1S (G-HOON) is a 1-seat single engine piston with 957 hours on the airframe. There are currently 5 S-1S aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $35,000 to $73,452. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $64,104.
The S-1S cruises at 120 kts (222 km/h) with a range of 273 nm (506 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9 GPH (34 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $56/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 3 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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Pitts S-1S — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (G-HOON) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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Airworthiness Directives — Pitts S-1S
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 3 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
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-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 →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
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