For Sale
Gardan GY-20 Minicab

Registration 

OY-MIN
Year of construction  1957
Country  Denmark
City/Aerodrome  Ringsted
Description  Here is your chance to become the owner of this fine veteran aircraft. Price is negotiable!
Built in Switzerland 1956-1957, and imported to Denmark in 2010. I have been the sole owner for the last 15 years, and the condition of the aircraft is very good. Canvas and instruments were like new when I bought the plane in Switzerland in 2007. The plane has always been in a hangar, and is currently located in Ringsted, Denmark. I have regularly serviced the aircraft at approved workshops or at an approved mechanic. All books, maintenance program/CAMO are updated.

The engine has been preserved with dehydrant plugs every winter.
Airplane time state  Airframe airborne time: 2058 hours
Landings: 3543
Engine: Continental A-65
TSO 1892 hours (dispensation = unlimited for private use)
Propeller: 71” McCauley 1890/CM7146
TSO 2 timer (Overhaul in FEB23 - valid 6 years)
Certificate of Airworthiness: New JAN23 (valid 3 years)
STC: Shoulder harness from 2010
MTOM: 515 kg
DOM: 344 kg
Endurance: 3h25m (17 liter/hour)
Tank capacity: 65 L
Interior  There is no transponder or ELT as it is not a requirement, but an 8.33 kHz radio is included. The antenna is located at the back of the hull. There is no battery or alternator, so the engine must be hand started. Double stick and pedal stearing. Throttle and trim is only on the left side, but can be reached from the right side as well. Pilot and passenger sit side by side.
Exterior  Carburetor is new overhauled in USA in 2020. The aircraft has split flaps and a tail wheel. With space for 2 people and luggage, the pilot sits on the left side. A large canopy provides a good view. Wooden construction (Plywood) and coated with cotton canvas. The canvas is estimated to be good for another 20-30 years. A boroscope inspection of the engine and cylinders has been continuously carried out.
Avionics  Normal instrumentation for VFR Day only.
Options  Wheel fairings, tow bar, 2 life jackets and 1 David Clarke head-set included. Original drawings as well as various documents, logbooks and accessories I have for the aircraft are included.
Remarks  Things I have improved or repaired in the last 15 years:

- New tyres
- New control wires installed, and all wheels in wings and body serviced
- Wasserösen installed in wings and tail (venting)
- New shoulder straps including STC
- New air filter/bracket
- 2 new exhausts
- New moorings under wings
- New O-rings for main gear to reduce play
- New hoses for cabin heating and fuel
- Instrument panel treated and painted
- Spinner repaired and painted
- Carburetor new overhaul
- New suspension and brackets for the fuel tank
- Both Slick magnets serviced incl. new impulse clutch
- New fuel tap installed
Price  € 25,000  VAT free

Last updated 

05-12-2023

Offered by

Bo Christensen
Düsseldorf, Germany
Phone +4523632770

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