1946 Piper J-3 Cub, N22EF -AK085

SALVAGE

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1946 Piper J-3 Cub, AK085

This is to advise that the above damaged aircraft, insured by United States Aircraft Insurance Group, which is managed by United States Aviation Underwrites, Inc. (USAU), is for sale as is, where is, with no representations or warranties as to the aircraft condition. The undersigned agrees and acknowledges the following additional conditions:

(1) USAU will notify the FAA of the change of aircraft ownership,

(2) USAU will make an entry in the aircraft logbooks indicating that the aircraft was damaged,

(3) The undersigned will disclose to any future purchaser the damage history of this aircraft, and;

(4) A cashier’s check or certified check will be provided to USAU within (10) days of notification of the successful high bid.  The aircraft will be released to the undersigned upon receipt of the funds.

USAU, Inc. reserves the right to reject any and all bids. All storage charges incurred after May 6, 2024 will be the responsibility of the purchasers.

AIRCRAFT: 1946 Piper J-3 Cub

REG: N22EF

SERIAL NO.: 24239-6-12

APPROXIMATE TOTAL HOURS (estimated from logbooks or other available information)

AIRFRAME: 3795.4 Hrs.

ENG.: 341.8 TSOH

EQUIPMENT:  N/A

DESCRIPTION OF ACCIDENT

After a successful landing on runway, the engine stalled before taxiing off runway.  The pilot exited aircraft and attempted a “hand-prop” start, causing the aircraft engine to restart, jumping chocks, and crashing into trees.

DESCRIPTION OF DAMAGES

Left and right-wing lift strut damaged, fuselage wing mounts bent, cabin frame bent, main fuselage gear mounts twisted, crank shaft damage.

LOCATION OF AIRCRAFT

Bethlehem, CT:  Whelan Farms Airport

Note: Storage facility will not comment on wreckage. It is recommended each purchaser inspect the damaged aircraft.

Please submit your bid on this form and return so it is received no later than NOON,EASTERN TIME, April 26, 2024. No bids will be accepted after this date.  

For more information on this aircraft or to place a bid, please contact Trevor Madramuthu Tel: (646)596-4928 Email: [email protected]