New In The BAS Disassembly Hangar June 20, 2025

Robinson R44 II

The Robinson R44 is a four-seat light utility and trainer helicopter designed by Frank D. Robinson and produced by the Robinson Helicopter Company since 1992. Its development began in the 1980s as an expansion of the company’s successful R22 model. The R44 made its first flight on March 31, 1990, and achieved FAA certification in December 1992, with the first deliveries following in February 1993. Incorporating features such as hydraulically assisted controls and a more powerful engine, the R44 quickly became a leading general aviation (GA) helicopter. Its widespread appeal stems from its versatility, reliability, and relatively low operating costs. The R44 features a semi-rigid two-bladed main rotor, two-bladed tail rotor, and skid landing gear. Its cabin is enclosed with seating for a pilot and three passengers. A key change from the R22 is the reversed tail rotor direction, enhancing yaw control. Since 1999, it has consistently ranked as the world’s best-selling GA helicopter, with more than 6,800 units built through 2023. The aircraft has been used globally in law enforcement, flight training, private ownership, and even high-profile feats like Jennifer Murray's record-setting circumnavigation in 1997.

Introduced in July 2002, the R44 Raven II is an upgraded version of the original R44 Raven. This variant features a more powerful, fuel-injected Lycoming IO-540-AE1A5 engine producing 245 hp, along with wider rotor blades that allow for increased gross weight and improved high-altitude performance. These enhancements made the Raven II more capable in demanding operational environments, especially where hot and high conditions affect engine efficiency and lift. With a maximum speed of 130 knots (150 mph) and a range of 300 nautical miles, it balances speed, endurance, and operational ceiling effectively. The Raven II remains one of the most popular and reliable choices in the piston-powered helicopter segment and even served as the basis for the unmanned R550X drone helicopter developed in 2023.

This helicopter suffered its injuries when the pilot overcorrected, causing a rollover. No one was hurt, except the aircraft. We will collect a great list of Robinson R44 II parts and components, such as...

• Lycoming IO-540-AE1A5, rotor strike, 1819.9 smoh in 2017 - SOLD
  •   KI-196 bladder kit
  •   Garmin GNS-430 P/N 011-00280-10 (14/28v)
  •   Garmin GTX-330ES ADS-B out Transponder P/N 011-00455-60
  •   AA12S-002 Northern Airborne Audio Selector Panel
• And lots, and lots, and lots more!

Piper PA-28-235 Cherokee 235

The Piper PA-28 Cherokee is a renowned family of light aircraft first introduced in 1960 by Piper Aircraft. Designed for flight training, personal flying, and air taxi use, the PA-28 series features a low-wing monoplane design with all-metal construction, tricycle landing gear, and a single piston engine. Originally intended as a cost-effective alternative to the PA-24 Comanche, it was created by designers Karl Bergey, Fred Weick, and John Thorp. The early models included the PA-28-150 and PA-28-160, with designations reflecting engine horsepower. The line expanded rapidly to include numerous variants with improvements in power, payload, and aerodynamics—some even featuring retractable landing gear and turbocharged engines. Notable competitors included the Cessna 172 and Beechcraft Musketeer. Over the decades, the PA-28 series has evolved with modern avionics and wing designs (such as transitioning from the "Hershey Bar" wing to a semi-tapered variant), maintaining its popularity across training schools and private ownership. More than 32,000 units have been built, making it one of the most produced aircraft in history, and it remains in production today under modern names like the Archer TX/LX, Warrior, and Pilot 100i.

The PA-28-235 variant, introduced in 1964, was developed to provide higher performance and greater load-carrying capacity, positioning it as a direct competitor to aircraft like the Cessna 182 Skylane. Powered by a Lycoming O-540 engine rated at 235 horsepower, the aircraft featured significant design enhancements, including longer wings—eventually shared with the PA-32 Cherokee Six—and tip tanks that boosted fuel capacity to 84 gallons. In 1973, the PA-28-235 received a fuselage stretch for improved rear-seat legroom, and the stabilator was enlarged to enhance handling. Throughout its production, the aircraft was marketed under different names: first as the "Charger" in 1973, then the "Pathfinder" in 1974. Production of the Pathfinder ceased in 1977, but the airframe design continued in a revised form as the Dakota (PA-28-236) with a tapered wing. The PA-28-235 remains highly regarded for its combination of speed, power, and useful load capacity.

We will recover a long list of Piper parts and components from this airplane, such as...

• Lycoming O-540-B4B5, prop strike, 2334 SMOH - SOLD
• Garmin GNS-430 P/N 011-00280-10 (14/28v)
• Garmin GTX-330 Transponder P/N 011-00455-00
• King KX-155 Nav/Comm w/ Glideslope P/N 069-1024-01 (14V)
• Garmin GI-106A VOR/LOC indicator
• S-Tec autopilot and servos
• Insight GEM-602 Engine monitor
• Good nose gear fork and chrome tube
• JPI Fuel Scan 450
• Rosen Visors
• Tip Tanks
• Uavionix ADS-B Tailbeacon
• Nulite indicator lights $35 each and dimmer knob P/n 9100-001
• Davtron M803 Clock/OAT

Piper PA-24-250 Comanche

The Piper PA-24 Comanche was introduced in 1958 as a modern, low-wing, all-metal, single-engine monoplane built by Piper Aircraft. It marked a significant shift from Piper’s earlier tube-and-fabric designs, featuring a sleek laminar flow wing, retractable tricycle landing gear, and a semi-monocoque fuselage. Its first flight was on May 24, 1956, and it was offered with both four- and six-seat configurations. Originally powered by a 180 hp Lycoming engine, the PA-24 evolved through various engine upgrades over the years. It became a central part of Piper’s product lineup alongside the PA-30 and PA-39 Twin Comanches until 1972, when catastrophic flooding from Hurricane Agnes destroyed the Lock Haven production facility. Rather than rebuild, Piper discontinued the Comanche series and shifted focus to other aircraft models produced at its Vero Beach plant.

The PA-24-250, introduced in 1958, was the second major variant in the Comanche line and featured a powerful 250 hp Lycoming O-540 engine, significantly boosting its performance over the earlier 180 hp model. This variant reached cruise speeds of up to 160 knots (about 180 mph), making it attractive for both private owners and long-distance record-setters. Most PA-24-250s used carbureted engines, although a few featured fuel-injected versions. Early models had manual flaps and 60-gallon fuel capacity, but by 1961 optional auxiliary tanks increased total fuel to 90 gallons, and by 1962, electric flaps became standard. The PA-24-250 was the most numerous of all single-engine Comanches, with 2,537 units produced. Notably, the model was used in various record-setting transoceanic and distance flights, including Max Conrad’s legendary nonstop trip from Casablanca to Los Angeles and Henry Ohye’s pioneering single-engine Pacific crossing to Japan.

This was your standard gear collapse on landing that sent this unmistakable Piper to our shop. We will recover a long list of PA-24-250 parts from this bird, such as...

• Lycoming O-540-A1D5, prop struck, 1142 SMOH - SOLD
• Uavionix ADS-B tailbeacon
• Aftermarket wingtips
• Garmin GNS-430 P/N 011-00280-10 (14/28v)
• King KX-155 Nav/Comm w/ Glideslope (14V)
• Garmin GMA-340
• Kosola Shoulder harnesses
• Plane Power alternator kit with 2 hours on it
• And much more

Piper PA-36-375 Pawnee Brave 400

The Piper PA-36 Pawnee Brave is an American agricultural aircraft developed in the 1970s by Piper Aircraft as an evolution of the earlier PA-25 Pawnee. The PA-36 made its first flight on December 5, 1969, and was formally introduced in 1973. It was designed to offer more power, better safety, and greater productivity for aerial agricultural operations.

Initially released as the PA-36 Pawnee Brave 285, the aircraft featured a 285 hp Continental Tiara 6-285 flat-six engine and introduced several improvements over its predecessor, such as a redesigned wing with removable leading edges, improved cabin ventilation and heating, “Safoam” anti-sloshing fuel tank compound, and a larger 30 ft³ hopper (optionally 38 ft³).

In 1977, Piper introduced an upgraded variant with a 300 hp Lycoming IO-540-K1G5 engine, dubbed the Pawnee Brave 300, while the original 285 hp model was renamed accordingly. By 1978, Piper made the 300 hp version the standard, and also unveiled a more powerful variant—the PA-36 Brave 375, fitted with a 375 hp Lycoming IO-720-D1CD flat-eight engine.

In 1981, Piper sold the PA-36 design to WTA Incorporated, which developed further enhanced models called the New Brave 375 and New Brave 400, with engines rated at 375 hp and 400 hp, respectively. These were marketed from 1982 to 1987, with a total of 150 units produced. Eventually, in October 1997, the design rights were transferred to The New Piper Aircraft, Inc.

The PA-36-375 Brave 375 represented the high-power end of the original Piper-built Brave series. It was equipped with a 375 horsepower Lycoming IO-720-D1CD flat-eight engine, significantly increasing the aircraft’s thrust for heavier payloads and more demanding agricultural work. Introduced in 1978, the Brave 375 complemented its predecessors by providing higher performance while retaining the series' robust agricultural design. The aircraft featured a large 38 cu ft hopper and the capability to carry either 275 US gallons of liquid or 2,200 lbs of dry chemicals. With a maximum speed of 142 mph, a range of 452 miles, and a rate of climb of 920 ft/min, the Brave 375 balanced power and practicality for aerial application missions. Its rugged construction, coupled with innovations like the constant-speed propeller and enhanced fuel system, made it a durable and effective platform in its class.

The PA-36 New Brave 400 was a further development of the Brave series by WTA Incorporated, featuring a 400 horsepower piston engine, making it the most powerful variant in the PA-36 lineage. Introduced alongside the New Brave 375 in the early 1980s, the New Brave 400 offered enhanced performance and payload capacity, catering to operators requiring maximum thrust for large-scale agricultural operations.

An engine issue during its AG operation caused the airplane to land hard, leading it to us. The pilot was fine, but the airplane was toast! We expect to recover a range of valuable components from this aircraft, including...

• Lycoming IO-720-D1C - SOLD
• Satloc GPS Guidance System
• Automatic Flagman Dispenser
• Electronics International Tachometer
• Electronics international EGT/CHT
• Airframes Alaska Tailwheel
• And much more!

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