1929 Waco model ATO NC8565
 This aircraft underwent a complete and total restoration
with all airframe structures reconstructed with new materials.
The owner wished to have a custom race style look which
is embodied in the cowled engine, racing style windshields,
Cleveland wheels and brakes with wheel pants. The front windshield
is removable allowing the installation of a front cockpit
cover, also a racing iteration.
The cockpits are finished in genuine leather with leather
upholstered sidepanels and leather cockpit coaming. A GPS,
Com and transponder make it usable for cross country
and allow operation in controlled airspace. Five point harnesses
are installed front and rear. A 275 hp Jacobs from Radial
Engines Ltd is installed with a Hamilton Standard constant
speed propeller.
The restoration of this aircraft was completed in July 2002.
It resides in Bozeman, Montana where it can be seen in
the air almost daily.
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