1952 DEHAVILLAND DHC-1

General Specs (cont.)

Total Time:8436

Engine 1 Time:642 SOH

Prop 1 Time:642 HOURS

Useful Load:681 lb

Condition:Used

Year Painted:2007

Interior Year:2007

Flight Rules:VFR

# of Seats:2

Additional Classifications

Antique/Classic

Experimental / Homebuilt

Detailed Description

AUCTION - N5UK: Own a piece of aviation history with this exceptional 1952 de Havilland Chipmunk Series 22. Built in Hatfield, England and was used by the Royal Air Force as a Primary Trainer. This aircraft is not just a vintage classic-it is an Oshkosh Award Winner (2016 and 2018) that perfectly blends timeless design with modern utility.

Avionics / Equipment

Avionics:
Full List: (steamGarmin GNC 250XL: A panel-mounted GPS/COM unit.
- Terra TRT 250D: A VFR transponder.
- ACK A-30: A blind encoder.
- Appareo Stratus ESG: An ADS-B Out transponder.
- Appareo Stratus 2S: A portable receiver.

Flight Instruments
- Altimeter: Standard pressure altimeter.
- Airspeed Indicator: Calibrated for knots (up to 166 knots).
- Tachometer: Recording engine RPM.
- Directional Gyro (D.G.) & Horizon: Gyroscopic flight instruments installed in both front and rear cockpits.
- Rate of Climb Indicator: Vertical speed instrument.
- Magnetic Compass: Standard fluid-filled compass.
- Engine Monitoring: Instruments for Oil Pressure and Oil Temperature.

Safety & Emergency
- ELT: An Emergency Locator Transmitter

Flight Rules: VFR


Additional Features:
A complete rebuild / extensive restoration following freshwater flood damage in 2007;
Maintenance consistent and kept current from restoration to present day
Comes with 2 main new landing gear tires and tubes 
also upgraded Slick Magnetos

Airframe

Aircraft Specs:
Aircraft Make: De Havilland
Aircraft Model: Chipmunk DHC-1-22
Aircraft SN: CI 0282
Aircraft Time: 8436
Date of annual: August 2026

Engines / Mods / Prop

Engine:
Engine Make: De Havilland Gipsy Major
Engine Model: 10 MK2
Engine SN: 11791
Engine Time: 642
Horsepower: 145
Date of overhaul: Oct 10, 2007.
Location of overhaul: Morganton, NC


Prop:
Prop Make: Fairey Reid
Prop Model: DWG #66753 Angle X1/5
Prop SN: FR 41609
Prop Time: 642
Prop Type: fixed pitch

Interior / Exterior

Interior:
2007 Full restoration. Black on black, good condition
7/10


Exterior:
2007 full restoration. Traditional red and white body with trademark bullseye details
9/10

Remarks

Performance Specs:
Gross Weight: MGTOW 2100 LBS
Useful Load: 681
Cruise Speed: 100-105 KTS
Range: 240 NM
Fuel Capacity: 22 US Gallons
Fuel Burn: 8-9 GPH


Highlights:
1952 de Havilland DHC-1 Series 22
Classic aircraft with extensive restoration history
Oshkosh Awards: 2016 Best Chipmunk Winner & 2018 Preservation Winner!
Slick Magnetos installed 2023


Information for Auction:
Auction Dates: September 30, 2026 - October 7, 2026 - 2pm
Starting Bid: $40,000
Buyer Premium: 6%
Deposit Required: $2,000
Auction: https://bids.airspaceauctions.com/Listing/985697