1957 DE HAVILLAND DH-82A Jackaroo SOLD

1957 De Havilland Thruxton Jackaroo Series 1 Prototype (Modified DH82A) An exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire the Series 1 prototype Thruxton Jackaroo one of only five airworthy examples worldwide. Originally converted at Thruxton Aerodrome in 1956 from a DH82A Tiger Moth airframe, G-AOEX was completed as the standard four-seat cabin version and first flown on 2 March 1957 by Lt-Cdr Pat Shea-Simonds. This aircraft holds unique family provenance. Arthur Christian learned to fly in this very aircraft and purchased it in 1985. After a period in storage, he completed a comprehensive restoration, finished in December 2022, returning the aircraft to its original Wiltshire School of Flying red and silver colour scheme. Since Arthur s passing, the aircraft has remained hangared and deserves to return to the air with a new custodian who will appreciate its rarity and historic importance. Operated on an LAA Permit to Fly. Airplane time state: Total Time Airframe (TTAF): 3,956 hours 20 minutes Engine Type: de Havilland Gipsy Major 1 Engine Time: Logbooks available buyer to verify exact TTE Engine top end overhauled during the 2022 restoration Time Since Major Overhaul (SMOH): minimal running since, exact to be confirmed from engine logbook Propeller: 28010 6.84" x 3.53" Serial No: 90091 Last Annual / Permit Renewal: 3/1/25 New Permit in Progress - will be valid until ~March 2027