The luscombe 8 is a series of highwing, sidebysideseating monoplanes with conventional. Luscombe faa approved airplane flight manual relative to the. Basic aircraft products has the bpe14 turbo alternator available for the luscombe 8 aircraft. Download luscombe 8a silvaire classic wings fsx rikoooo. Special consideration and thanks go to our many volunteers, workers and supporters of the luscombe endowment. A promising sports plane that at the time luscombe could see no future for. This was a cantilever tubularsteel gear attached to a springoleo. The luscombe 8 is a series of high wing monoplanes designed in the late 1930s.
Luscombe silvaire model 8 series early fabric wing 32 pages illustrated a guide for owners. You can see over the nose, and once you get used to the squirrelly ground handling they are an absolute joy to fly. Luscombe silvaire aircraft company, chino hills, ca. If youre a luscombe lover and most any pilot whos flown the type is, the newold luscombe 8f must strike a resonant tone. Find the best luscombe single piston for sale in europe. The pilot was attempting to handswing the propeller to start the engine after. Luscombe founded the luscombe aircraft company in 1933, in kansas city, missouri. Other luscombe models meet the definition of a lightsport aircraft, including the 8, 8a, 8b, 8c and 8d. Andre giron bernaud paris le bourget private luscombe 8a silvaire. Luscombe silvaire ultralight, experimental lightsport, amateur built aircraft.
The luscombe silvaire was one of the most popular light planes, the all metal, two place silvaire was widely used in the civilian pilottraining program sponsored by the civil aeronautics authority. Model aviations luscombe silvaire 8e this is a free flight true scale civil airplane designed to be flown outdoors. Nov 20, 2017 luscombes model 8 silvaire first appeared in 1937, and the first 50hp production models were on the market in 1938. Luscombe had already made his reputation as an airplane designer with the monocoupe series of light aircraft, but he felt that the tubeandfabric method of construction was too expensive and inefficient. I can feel one of my turns coming on, where owning an allmetal luscombe 8a with no electrical system begins to sound like a good idea.
I think that the white luscombe, 5th from the right in the lineup of the greg luscombes is the one i have a share in built october 1946. It is worth noting that the airplane was the very first commercially successful allaluminum light aircraft, although aircraft like the buhl pup had used the same material much earlier. Don luscombe founded the luscombe aircraft company in 1933, in kansas city. This ebooks file was originally from that avaialble for free download as owners manual, user guide buyer guide or mechanic reference guide content. List of aircraft registered in the united states with the manufacturer and model designation of luscombe 8a, ordered by tail number. Our aircraft manuals are distributed worldwide and enjoyed by thousands of pilots, collectors, historians and researchers. Difficulty in getting production up and running meant that luscombe was late to the 1946 airplaneselling party and could not cash in as effectively as others, even though it eventually pushed 15 airplanes out the door each day.
Welcome to the leading supplier of aircraft manuals for the military, civilian and commercial aircraft community. Difficulty in getting production up and running meant that luscombe was late to the 1946 airplaneselling party and could not cash in as effectively as others, even. This aircraft, a luscombe 8e silvaire, was owned by an individual who was. Flight in worlds largest heli mi26 ultimate cockpit movie, 70 pax. Its one of those planes that got an unfair reputation.
A twoplace sidebyside aeroplane, the model 8a was remarketed shortly after world war ii with the intention of fulfilling the aeroplaneineverygarage ideal. The worlds largest online aviation stock photo library. Scoggings of luscombe airplane corporation, and personnel of our flight engineering division are considered to be representative of the ability of the subject airplanes to perform various. The luscombe 8 is a series of highwing, sidebysideseating monoplanes with conventional landing gear, designed in 1937 and built by luscombe aircraft. Luscombe silvaire model 8c luscombe silvaire a golden age classic. Stay up to date with the latest from luscombe silvaire aircraft company. The airplane has been the pride and joy of a retired airline captain, and he. Flight manuals should be available for most aircraft but should be used with caution if the aircraft. Luscombe manuals and technical articles classic aero, llc. Brian nicholas popham private luscombe 8e silvaire deluxe.
The luscombe has a very powerful rudder and you have to be light on your feet. The backstory dates from the mid1990s when the luscombe foundation, formed to help preserve luscombe models with parts and engineering support, decided that reengining a model 8e with a 150. The tail, wings and engine mounting were all from the luscombe 8. In march 1939, the 8a, with a 65hp lycoming, and the 8, with a 65hp continental engine, were introduced. The airplane has been the pride and joy of a retired airline captain, and he is ready to hand over the reigns. Here is an absolutely beautiful machine in impeccable condition and truly ready to go. This ebooks file was originally from that avaialble for free download as owners manual, user guide buyer guide or mechanic reference guide. We manufacture and sell faapmad parts for many general aviation and vintage aircraft including aeronca, cessna, piper and taylorcraft. Univair aircraft corporation 2500 himalaya road aurora, colorado 80011 toll free sales. Don luscombe got the first model 8 going as part of a class project in one of his aviation trade schools and it went into production in 193839. Luscombe luscombe 8,a,b,c,d,e operators handbook part.
Rigging instructions model 8 silvaire with metal wings. Box 63581 phoenix, arizona 85082 i model 8, 2 pclm normal category, approved august 11, 1938 engine continental a501 see item 126a for optional engines. Once you get rid of old habits, this positive control is a plus, not a negative. The luscombe 8 is a type certificated vintage light aircraft of us. Jul 15, 2012 download manual guide of luscombe 8e manual in pdf that we indexed in manual guide. Our fund raising program for 20 will draw for early bird prizes in november 2012, and may 20, before drawing for the grand prize a. The luscombe model 8 was one of those classics in aviation that was recognized for its nice lines, good performance, and excellent flying characteristics from its inception 1n 1938. These manuals are supplied in adobe pdf format, and delivered via digital download, processed within 2448 hours. The goal of the company was to manufacture a light aircraft of allmetal construction.
So far, i do mostly local download the plan, article and see the main thumbnail and extra images. Luscombe manuals this manual has been prepared to provide you with information leading to replacement part procurement. The aircraft was all metal and very efficient but commercial issues and ww2 priorities meant it was never produced in the quantities it deserved. Mar 15, 2019 the luscombe aircraft is the company that builds a series of the planes which have the high wings as well as the seating is side by side monoplanes with the landing gears that is conventional and which is designed in the year 1937. They have a measurable lag and the luscombe doesnt. For a cheap, light aircraft, this was a revolutionary. If you would prefer a particular manual to be supplied as a paper copy, please contact us for a quotation. This title contains two owners manuals for variants of the luscombe 8, plus a service manual and a brochure. It also developed the 8e and 8f with electrical systems and 85 and 90hp continentals, respectively. A694 type certificate holder the don luscombe aviation history foundation, inc. Download manual guide of luscombe 8e manual in pdf that we indexed in manual guide. Luscombe 8 8d 8a 8e 8b 8f 8c t8f july 8, 1993 aircraft specification no.
A twoplace sidebyside aeroplane, the model 8a was remarketed shortly after world war ii with the intention of fulfilling the aeroplaneineverygarage. These days, in fact, the old luscombe design has taken on a new persona, that of an lsa. The final simplification made to the luscombe 8 design was the introduction in 1948 of the silflex landing gear. Dont concern yourself with people saying the luscombe isnt easy to fly. The later, modified specification excluded luscombe with several changes to the procurement, and instead resulted in the air forces buying the cessna l19 bird dog. A handbook for owners, operators, and mechanics in the operation, servicing, and general maintenance of the luscombe silvaire 8a standard and 8a special. It is worth noting that the airplane was the very first commercially successful allaluminum light aircraft, although aircraft like. Luscombe had already made his reputation as an aircraft designer with the monocoupe series of light aircraft, but he felt that the tubeandfabric method of construction was. Luscombe aircraft was a united states aircraft manufacturer from 1933 to 1950. Sep 28, 2015 flight in worlds largest heli mi26 ultimate cockpit movie, 70 pax. L8a luscombe 8a owners manual univair aircraft corporation.
List of invidiual aircraft registered in the united states with the manufacturer and model designation of luscombe 8e, ordered by tail number. Luscombe aircraft the beginnings kansas city, missouri. The alta 8 aircraft flight manual and a flight simulator are no substitute. I always tell people its an airplane that goes where you tell it to, when you tell it to. Visit today, europes leading general aviation sales site. The luscombe responds proportional to rudder inputs while airplanes like cubs and champs dont. To consider a flight in a luscombe after being away from them for a time generates equal parts anticipation and trepidation.
Luscombe model 8 the luscombe model 8 was a twoseat light aircraft designed by don luscombe in 1937. The sole model,pictured above, was destroyed in 1948 apparently for tax reasons. Sep 12, 2017 if youre a luscombe lover and most any pilot whos flown the type is, the newold luscombe 8f must strike a resonant tone. Float flying a legendary bush plane dhc2 beaver flight vlog. Luscombe 8a silvaire for fsx fly away simulation flight. Founded in 1933, luscombe aircraft was in business until 1950 after going bankrupt and being purchased by temco. Failure of operator to follow proper instructions and safety warnings.
The model 8 followed in the luscombe tradition of using no wood in the construction, and had a monocoque fuselage with fabriccovered metal wings. The luscombe 8 is a series of high wing monoplanes designed in the late 1930s the model 8 followed in the luscombe tradition of using no wood in the construction, and had a monocoque fuselage with fabriccovered metal wings. Luscombe model 10 this is a free flight semiscale civil airplane designed to be flown outdoors. It is exciting because of its responsiveness in flight, yet it induces a healthy level of heightened alertness for its demands on the ground. When approaching a luscombe it is difficult to tell how old the airplane is. The manual relates to all different type of luscombe and is designed to aid in the identification of parts for these air. Manufacturer built from the ground up as a light sport aircraft to astm light sport standards, the slsa8 is unique in this category as an allmetal, real airplane originally designed and still constructed to usa car 4a standard airworthiness requirements. Maintenance and illustrated parts guide for the luscombe model 8, 8a, 8b and 8c. Univair assumes no responsibility for the contents. Show all models 3 luscombe 8 series 3 luscombe 8e 1 luscombe 8f 1 luscombe t8f 1 luscombe aircraft. Congratulations on your goal to become a sport pilot.