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Stinson Aircraft Pages
Updated 4/11/16

 

Welcome to my website for enthusiasts of Stinson Aircraft. The website contains information and links for pilots, owners, and restorers of these fine classic airplanes.

 

Stinson NC6197M,  Bar Harbor, Maine, August 21, 1949

Above is a vintage photo of the Stinson I owned for many years. It is a 1948 "Flying Station Wagon", model 108-3, Registration NC6197M, Serial 108-4197. I bought it in 1986 and flew it for years before beginning a restoration.  In 2011 I found it necessary to sell the project for health reasons. For more information on NC6197M, click on the photo or follow the links below.

• The YAHOO Stinson discussion group - an online discussion group for Stinson enthusiasts - open to all.  Hosted for many years by Dave Miller, now hosted by Gary Marshall. Added 9/24/02, Updated 7/8/13.
• Stinson NC6197M - Project highlights and updates - photos and captions. Updated  9/21/11.
• Stinson NC6197M - Detailed history of the aircraft before the restoration - with photos. Updated 9/23/06.
• Stinson NC6197M - The restoration - continues the history, with photos. Updated 9/21/11.
• Stinson Links and Resources - sources of information, parts, and services for Stinson enthusiasts. Updated 3/17/16.
• Stinson Photo Gallery - photos of some nice Stinsons, mostly Voyagers and Flying Station Wagons. I'd enjoy seeing a photo of your Stinson if you could send it to me in digital format.   Send photos  to john@hangar9aeroworks.com.  Archives 2006-2007.  Archives 2008-2009.  Updated 12/28/14.
• Stinson 108 Technical Info - helpful information for restoration and maintenance. Updated 11/17/15.
• Stinson 108 Engine Options - a summary of known alternatives to the Franklin 150 and 165. Updated 11/17/15.
• Stinson Interior Details - photos of Stinson 108 upholstery that may be helpful for those doing restorations.  Added 5/11/2006 Updated 5/14/06.
• Stinson Baggage Compartment Details - photos of the Stinson 108 baggage compartment that may be helpful for those doing restorations.  Added 9/5/06.
• Stinson 108 Weight Survey - What does your Stinson weigh?  This survey will provide some "real world" figures .  Updated 10/28/14.
• Met-Co-Aire Metal Skin Conversion - a scan of an article from the January, 1954 issue of Air Facts Magazine.  Added 9/15/09.
• Rich Preiser's Stinsons - Rich is restoring  NC6365M to match his award-winning NC6364M.  See some photos of his progress.  Added 3/10/09, Updated 4/11/16.
• Butch Walsh's Grand Champion Stinson, NC6233M  The Stinson community lost a great supporter and craftsman when Butch Walsh passed away on May 11, 2006.  I was honored to fly with Butch in this beautiful aircraft at Sun 'n' Fun 2000.  Here are some photos and a link to a YouTube video. Updated 1/14/08.
• Stinson 108-2 restored by Rich and JudithTweedie - Rich Tweedie battled cancer while finishing the restoration of his beautiful 220 HP Stinson.  Before his passing on March 29, 2000, he was able to fly N175C. Updated 2/4/01.
• Stinson SR9-C restored by Jim Reeves - Larry Richardson purchased this beautiful Gullwing Stinson restored by Jim.  Look for a feature article highlighting the work of master restorer Jim Reeves in the April 2000 issue AOPA Pilot.  Updated 9/10/01.
• Thundering Reliant - A website featuring the Stinson SR-9F Reliant owned by Woodson and Scott Woods, Petaluma, CA.  Added 1/30/16
• Stinsons on Floats - A few vintage photos and links to technical info  - send me your Stinson floatplane info.  Updated 12/3/14
• Stinson Flight to Bermuda - 1930 - a little-known footnote to Stinson history - details of the historic flight.  Added 4/17/01

I'd enjoy hearing from anyone who shares an interest in Stinson aircraft.  I especially welcome comments about corrections that are needed, whether they be in content or style. E-mail me at John@hangar9aeroworks.com.