78 Cardinal RG N34502

1978 Cardinal RG
N34502

Sold

	This award winning '78 Cardinal has outstanding custom paint and interior, low overall time and many hours left in the engine. The panel includes two 10" Dynon PFDs with an Avidyne navigator, custom panel and much more. There are a large number of extras, including Powerflow, Electroair electronic ignition, Vortex generators, BAS seat belts and more. Many things have been recently updated or renewed. This Cardinal, winner of Best of Show at CFO's Winter Haven event in 2025, is fully built and ready to carry you wherever you need to go, in style and comfort. It is held by a transferrable LLC, providing a potential tax benefit.
Specifications: 1978 Cardinal 177RG Registration: N34502 Serial Number: 177RG1296 Airframe TT: 3354 Engine TSOH: 1533 Three blade McCauley prop Prop: TSOH: 1129 Fuel Capacity: 61 gallons Useful Load: 1043 lbs The overhaul was completed in 1998 by Custom Airmotive Compressions: 74 / 74 / 72 / 70 Last Annual: 7/1/25 The aircraft is currently being flown so these numbers may grow slightly. The spar AD was complied with fully on 6/5/2024.	Note that some photos were taken before the wingtip lights were installed. A recent (11/8/25) Cardinal Inspection by Keith Peterson is available for this aircraft at reduced cost. Slideshow Below Click any photo for a larger image.
In The Panel: PFD: Dual 10" Dynon HDX NavCom1: Avidyne IFD440 Com2: Dynon HDX Audio Panel: PSE PMA-450B Transponder: Dynon HDX Autopilot: Trio Pro Pilot with Altitude hold ACI 2040 Voice Alert System voices stall and gear Landing Height voice system Custom powder coated aluminum panel Artex 406 ELT USB Ports Remote CO Detector LEMO headphone plugs
Installed Equipment: Engine: Electroair ignition system for dual mag Brackett air filter New Sky Tec starter 2022 Power Flow exhaust with Maple Leaf fairing Gami injectors Airframe: Vortex generators Avion yokes Cies fuel senders Concorde battery Articulating pilot seat Articulating co-pilot seat BAS seat belts in front Shoulder harnesses added in back seats Tanis engine and cabin preheat Wing tip landing lights All lights replaced with LED Rosen visors LEMO plugs in front Interior plastics replaced as needed Battery minder Recent Maintenance: All new wiring including battery cable and solenoids Prop governor overhaul New fuel servo New control cables New overhead metal vents New door seals New glareshield New cowl fasteners Extras: New custom cover and sun shields
Paint and Interior Painted 2019 - Excellent condition Interior redone in 2021 - leather and vinyl in excellent condition

Price: Sold Current Location: Huntington, WV (HTS) For more information please contact: Keith Peterson at keith@cardinalflyers.com or call me at 847-683-9878 (office - no voicemail) or 847-220-8577 (find me with voicemail)
Logs Engine Log 1 Engine Log 2 Engine Log 3 Airframe Log 1 Airframe Log 2 Airframe Log 3 Propeller Weight and Balance
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Although every effort has been made to accurately represent the specifications and condition of this aircraft, all information is presented with no warranties expressed or implied and subject to buyer verification. A pre-purchase evaluation for the benefit of the buyer is highly recommended. Aircraft availability is subject to prior sale or removal from market.

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