Classic Bonanza projects - past & present

Since purchase in 1976, the Classic Bonanza has periodically been upgraded to ensure its stature as the premier single-engine pleasure aircraft of all time. With a full fuel payload of 760 pounds and IFR endurance of 4.5 hours (750 nm) at 165 knots, the Classic Bonanza has consitently proven itseld to be a superb people mover.

Avionics Showcase

Those of us with pre-1962 Beechcraft Bonanzas have long faced a dilemma; forego the latest advances in avionics or butcher the classic, ‘Art Deco’ Bonanza panel. Halleluiah! Classic Bonanza pilots can now fly with the most advanced avionics available.

Engine Rebuild

Annual inspection of a 1000-hour factory reman reveals a stuck intake valve which leads us to a hammered camshaft lobe and ultimately a spun crankshaft thrust washer. Yikes!

Window Replacement

We upgraded all the glass in the Classic Bonanza. Flush-mount 3/8" windshield, 1/4" pilot & co-pilot widows from the Baron and new passenger & baggage compartment glass, too.

ANR Headset Evaluation

Holy Cow! What a difference a decade makes!! Seven passengers & crew compare the David Clark DC ONE-X with the LightSpeed Zulu 3 across 11 IFR/VFR flights spanning 30 hours from Texas heat to Seattle cold & back.

LinDean Interior

We selected LinDean Aircraft Upholstery for a complete interior makover - complete with burgundy leather, wool accent panels and 24-carat gold plated hardware.

Alternator Conversion

Upgrade of the original 50-amp generator with the National Airparts N300 70-amp (derated from 100-amp) alternator made a spectaular difference - both in increased performance and improved reliability.