1952 De Havilland DHC-1 Series 22 For Auction In Illinois USA (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. Description 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 Performance 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 Aircraft Make: De Havilland Model: Chipmunk DHC-1-22 SN: CI 0282 Time: 8436 Date of annual: August 2026 Engine Make: De Havilland Gipsy Major Model: 10 MK2 SN: 11791 Time: 642 Horsepower: 145 Date of overhaul: Oct 10, 2007. Location of overhaul: Morganton, NC Propeller Make: Fairey Reid Model: DWG #66753 Angle X1/5 SN: FR 41609 Time: 642 Type: fixed pitch 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 Exterior 2007 full restoration. Traditional red and white body with trademark bullseye details (9/10) Interior 2007 Full restoration. Black on black, good condition (7/10) Online auction starts 30th September, 2026. View full logbooks & additional data online (https://bids.airspaceauctions.com/Listing/985697) Click here for Specification Sheet (opens in new tab)