New In The Aircraft Salvage Hangar - June 10, 2024

Posted by Clinton McJenkin on Jun 10th 2024

This week's crop of aircraft in the BAS Disassembly Hangar is quite unique. We usually work on aircraft that hit the ground hard in one way or another, but not this week! One aircraft in the shop was totaled by the recent tornado in Omaha, but, all in all, it is not in terrible condition. We have two that have issues, making them too expensive to get airworthy again. These airplanes are ideal candidates for our surgical disassembly process.

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Cessna T303 Crusader

The Cessna T303 Crusader, also known simply as the Cessna 303, was introduced in 1982 as a light twin-engine aircraft by the American manufacturer Cessna. It was designed to be a versatile and reliable aircraft suitable for corporate, charter, and private use. The T303 featured a T-tail configuration, providing improved performance and stability. Despite its promising design, production of the T303 ceased in 1984 after a relatively short production run, with around 200 units built. Today, the Cessna T303 is appreciated for its unique design and capabilities in the light twin-engine aircraft category.

The Cessna T303 Crusader is a unique variant in the Cessna series due to its twin-engine design and its distinctive tail configuration, also known as a "T-tail." This design feature places the horizontal stabilizer and elevator assembly on top of the vertical fin, providing benefits such as reduced tailplane weight and improved performance at high speeds. The T303 variant offers good performance, comfort, and reliability for those looking for a light twin-engine aircraft.

This aircraft comes to us in fairly good condition with logbooks and very minimal damage - excepting for one engine that had some pretty expensive issues. We will disassemble this aircraft down to the smallest components, so let us know how we can help you. Among many other parts and components, we expect to recover...

• (×2) Continental TSIO-520-AE engines

• Garmin GNS 530W

• Garmin GMA 340

• Garmin GTX 327

• Shadin Avionics Fuel Flow

• Control Wheels

• (×2) McCauley 3AF32C506 Propeller

• Upper & Lower Cowling

• Rudder

• Horizontal Stabilizer

• Seats & Interior Components

• Upper & Lower Cabin Door

• Emergency Exit Door

• Landing Gear Components

• Environmental Components

• Turbos and Exhaust

an airplane engine from a Cessna T303 Crusader

Cessna T303 Crusader interior panels, sun shades, and windows

Cessna T303 Crusader wing missing the engine

Rockwell Commander 700

The Rockwell 700 is a twin-engine airplane produced by Rockwell International in the late 1970s. It was designed as a mid-sized corporate aircraft capable of accommodating 8 to 12 passengers. The Rockwell 700 featured twin engines mounted on the rear fuselage, providing good performance and fuel efficiency. However, due to challenges in the aviation industry at the time and stiff competition from other aircraft manufacturers, only a limited number of Rockwell 700 aircraft were produced before the program was eventually discontinued.

Rockwell International, originally founded as North American Aviation in 1928, was a major American aerospace and defense company known for its significant contributions to aviation history. The company played a vital role in producing military aircraft during World War II, such as the iconic P-51 Mustang fighter. In the post-war era, Rockwell diversified its portfolio to include spacecraft and commercial aircraft, including the development of the B-1 Lancer bomber and the Space Shuttle program. However, facing industry shifts and financial challenges, Rockwell eventually split into various divisions in the 1990s, with its aerospace and defense units being acquired by other companies. Today, the legacy of Rockwell International lives on through its various technological contributions to aerospace and aviation.

This Rockwell 700 was one of roughly 32 aircraft damaged during a tornado that struck Eppley Airfield in Omaha, Nebraska. Despite the damage, we will still recover a long, long list of high-quality Rockwell 700 airplane parts, such as...

• (×2) TIO-540-R2AD engines

• Garmin GTX 335

• GPS 155 XL

• Bendix King KX-175B

• Seats & Interior

• Control Wheels

• Spinner Domes

• Cabin Door

• Nose Gear Doors

• Nose Gear Assembly

• Environmental System Components

• Oxygen System Components

• Instrument Panel Equipment

• Turbo and Exhaust

Cessna 177 Cardinal

The Cessna 177 Cardinal is a single-engine, high-wing aircraft manufactured by Cessna Aircraft Company from 1968 to 1978. The Cessna 177 was introduced as a more modern and sleek alternative to the Cessna 172, featuring a distinctive cantilever wing and a futuristic design. This aircraft was notably marketed as a comfortable and efficient four-seat aircraft with good visibility and handling characteristics. Despite initial popularity, production of the Cessna 177 eventually ceased due to various factors, including economic challenges in the aviation industry. The Cessna 177 remains a beloved classic among aviation enthusiasts and private pilots for its unique design and flying qualities.

The 1968 model of the Cessna 177, known as the Cardinal, was unique in several ways. It marked Cessna's entry into a more modern design era, with features such as a distinctive "omni-vision" door with no center door post (and the cantilever wing design, of course). This design provided excellent visibility for the pilot and passengers. Additionally, the 1968 Cessna 177 was the first model year of production for this aircraft, introducing a new aesthetic and engineering approach compared to Cessna's existing lineup at the time. The Cardinal quickly gained popularity among pilots for its sleek looks, spacious cabin, and stable flying characteristics.

This Cessna Cardinal also comes to us after it sat in its hangar in Florida too long. It needed a little too much love to get it airworthy again so it will live on in parts and components in other Cessna Cardinals. We expect to yield a great list of Cessna 177 parts, such as...

• Lycoming O-320-E2D engine

• McCauley TM7653 Propeller

• Narco AT150 Transponder

• Narco MK12D NAV/COM

• Spinner and Bulkhead

• Piot, Co-Pilot, and Bench Seats

• Upper Cowling

• Vertical Fin

• Main Gear Assemblies

• Nose Gear Assembly

• Wings (Hail)

• Control Surfaces (Hail)

Reach out and let us know how we can help you get back in the air. 97% of the time, we will ship the same day you order, and on international orders, too - Learn More. Our sales team is available Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Mountain Standard Time. The website is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Have a question? Need pictures? Need a part? Need more information or assistance shipping an item? Get in touch...

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Email: Sales@Baspartsales.Com

Chat: Online or in the BAS Mobile App

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International Buyers: We can ship nearly any part to nearly any destination on Earth. On a daily basis we export aircraft parts to destinations around the world. Some countries have laws and regulations that impact international orders, so get in touch with the BAS Sales Team for answers and details about your international shipping needs.

Clinton McJenkin

Sales & Marketing Director

BAS Part Sales

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