Pitts S-2B for sale

Pitts S-2B

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$94,000
Location Knoxville, TN
Seats 2
Reg # B-HUB China/Taiwan
Cruise 152 kts (282 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB 6 ADs ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

1996 Aviat Pitts S-2B, 1450 TT Airframe and Engine, B-hub propeller overhauled by Hartzell 2024, KY 97A Radio, KT76A Transponder with GDL82 for ADSB out, PM1000II intercom, Garmin 396. Last annual 12/2025, compressions 76/80, 77/80, 76/80, 76/80, 75/80, 72/80. Lifetime hoses firewall forward.

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Source Price Action
Robert Bond
barnstormers.com
$94,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Pitts S-2B

This Pitts S-2B (B-HUB) is a 2-seat single engine piston . There are currently 2 S-2B aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $94,000 to $94,000. This aircraft is listed at the market average at $94,000.

The S-2B cruises at 152 kts (282 km/h) with a range of 277 nm (513 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 13 GPH (49 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $81/hr in fuel alone.

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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Check 6 ADs compliance — mandatory before flight
Budget $195 for pre-purchase inspection

Pitts S-2B — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
2
Cruise Speed
152 kts (282 km/h)
Range
277 nm (513 km)
Ceiling
17,000 ft (5,182 m)
Max Weight
1,625 lbs (737 kg)
Useful Load
500 lbs (227 kg)
Horsepower
260 HP
Fuel Burn
13 GPH (49 L/h)

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PITTS S-2B

Fuel Burn
13.0 GPH
~$84/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the PITTS S-2B. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (B-HUB) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Knoxville, TN

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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

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Airworthiness Directives — Pitts S-2B

ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 6 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.

FR-97-33512 1998-01-22

Aviat Aircraft Inc. Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S Airplanes (formerly Pitts Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S airplanes)

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FR-97-25831 1997-10-03

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

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FR-97-22046 1997-10-03

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)

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FR-96-17294 1996-07-26

Aviat Aircraft Inc. Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S Airplanes (formerly Pitts Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S airplanes)

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FR-96-14051 1996-06-24

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)

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FR-96-10477 1996-05-20

Aviat Aircraft Inc. Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S Airplanes (Formerly Pitts Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S Airplanes)

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Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.

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