77 Cardinal B FG N778RD

1977 Cardinal 177B FG
N778RD
$183,000
For Sale

	This iconic Cardinal is the actual AOPA Catch a Cardinal aircraft, exrensively refreshed in that process in 2007. It still looks good today, in excellent condition. The panel contains duel Garmin GTN-430W NavComms, a Garmin GMX-200 MFD, STEC 55X autopilot, JPI EDM800 and much more. The engine is an O-360-A1F6 with SureFly electronic ignition, Powerflow, standby vacuum, engine preheat and more. Extras include vortex generators, Monarch fuel caps, Concorde Battery, LED lights and more. This is your chance to own a piece of Cardinal history, with a well-equipped and well-maintained airplane that is ready to fly.
Specifications: 1977 Cardinal 177 B FG Registration: N778RD Serial Number:17702550 Airframe TT: 6102 Engine TSOH: 1683 Engine Type: O-360-A1F6 Prop: TSOH: 0 Fuel Capacity: 60 gallons Useful Load: 796 lbs. No damage history The overhaul was completed in 2007 by Lycoming Compressions: 79 / 75 / 79 / 70 / 80 Last Annual: 3/25/26 The aircraft is currently being flown so these numbers may grow slightly. Spar status: Signed off 3/2/23, confirming coatings currently.	Slideshow Below Click any photo below for a larger image.
In The Panel: NavComm1: Garmin GTN-430W NavComm2: Garmin GTN-430W MFD: Garmin GMX-200 MFD King KI-535 HSI with magnetic slave Audio Panel: Garmin GMA 340 Transponder: Garmin GTX 330 ADS-B out: uAvionix TailBeacon ADS-B in: Garmin GDL-90 (on GMX-200, both 430W) Garmin GDL-69 for XM weather (on #1 430W) L3 WX500 Stormscope (displays on GMX-200) Autopilot: STEC 55X Digital with alt hold Engine Monitor: JPI EDM800 with fuel flow Carb Temp gauge EI Digital clock/alt/timer Oil, vacuum, voltage annunciator lights ELT: Artex ME 406 ELT with panel remote and new battery Both Garmin 430s and the GMX-200 have been renewed by Garmin within the last 5 years. However, the GMX-200 can sometimes be slow to boot on cold days.
Installed Equipment: Engine: SureFly electronic ignition (Left mag) Powerflow exhaust Standby vacuum (Precise Flight) Engine preheater (Tanis TAS-100) Airframe: Vortex generators Pulselights LORD Shimmy dampener Maple leaf tailcone fairing Monarch fuel caps Concorde battery Steel stabilator brackets LED landing lights LED navigation lights Split back seat LEMO plug for panel headset power Extras: Custom cabin cover by Bruce's Two older model Bose headsets Recent maintenance: Starter, Alternator, Tires, Prop
Paint and Interior This was the AOPA Catch-A-Cardinal giveaway airplane in 2007, receiving top quality paint and interior work at at that time.

Price: $183,000 Current Location: St Simons Island, GA (SSI) For more information please contact: Keith Peterson at keith@cardinalflyers.com or call me at 847-683-9878
Logs Engine Log 1 Airframe Log 1 Airframe Log 2 Airframe Log 3 Avionics Log 1 Propeller 1 Propeller 2 Propeller 3 Weight & Balance In Flight Catch A Cardinal article

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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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