Luscombe Annual- Airframe

Annual Inspection time for the 'Mighty Luscombe'
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[@stevet8121]

I'm not a pilot, I'm a blocolirio fan. As enjoyable as flying must be, along with that comes a tremendous responsibility and Juan lives it and preaches it. Much respect!

[@brianbarbe9646]

Second the motion with enthusiasm. Very impressive.

[@77thTrombone]

Me. Too. Hats off to Juan and everybody else who can hold down a day job and hold up a family and maintain their flight quals. _from a vicarious "Coulda Been"_

[@doctorstrangelove8815]

Same here. I want to see some defects now, to learn something I will never need. Just because its awesome.

[@mpgofast]

Hi, I noticed a small fuel stain by your fuel selector, it's usually the o ring, MS 29513-010, and you can replace it by removing the large nut and the o ring is on the shaft, no need to defuel, just don't pull on the shaft or you will have a leak, it's tapered, so push it back in. If your fuel selector is stiff, you can lube it with one hand and use the other hand with a long finger to stop the gas, work fast, it can be done, good luck with the annual, MP

[@blancolirio]

On it!

[@pi.actual]

I own S/N 3431 - sold on September 9, 1946 in Dallas Texas and immediately flown to Fairbanks Alaska where it spent the next 20 years after which it was sold and flown to San Carlos California in 1965. Originally an 8A converted to an 8E with a C85 I've owned it since 2004. Interesting trivia - according to the logbooks it took him 51 hours to fly from Dallas to Fairbanks!

[@LadyAnuB]

My grandparents house had an inspection sticker of 1965 for their house in San Carlos, CA. Not aviation related but an interesting bit of six degrees of separation.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

I wish cars, trucks, & motorcycles had that same kind of detailed history! There are a few, but VERY few. Great stuff! Thanks for sharing!

[@iceman5891]

San Carlos CA. Must be the San Carlos Airport. Started flying out of that airport.

[@iceman5891]

Been to FAI also in Alaska for 30 years. Also worth in the "Bush" via flying into destinations. Beautiful place to work & fly.

[@Allen-by6ci]

Beautiful plane... was invaluable during the Orville Dam spillway failure series.

[@shopart1488]

Juan, I was born in 1944 and the Mighty Luscombe was born in 1946. I too have had parts replaced (kidney 1995) I must say the Mighty Luscombe has faired much, much better with its new parts!!! Just kidding I’m actually in very good health.

[@richc47us]

The "behind the scenes" of aircraft ownership. Lots of work, Juan, and dedication. The romance of flying includes a lot of responsibility and because I am not an aircraft owner, I view this as part of my education. I thank you for your work, ability, and professionalism!

[@n326dpcherokeesix5]

That is one CLEAN plane! 1946 and she looks new. Beautiful bird.

[@davidjose9808]

Great walk around…described the airframe annual very clearly. The Mighty L’s annual is very much like my ‘47 Cessna 140’s checkup. Door posts-gear box-spars create the critical structure. Beautifully restored example in the Mighty L!

[@gungadinn]

Juan, now is when purchasing a fiber optic inspection cameras really pays for it's self. Since most of the cameras have the ability to record, snaking the camera into tight locations and the playing the video back on a large screen provides for a detailed inspection as well as a record of inspection. Cycling the control surfaces to look for rub points that may have been missed otherwise.

[@vdubbin]

They are cheap enough at this point that I would have to question the thoroughness of the IA if he/she does not own one.

[@mrgone658]

Ditto. I saw them at Costco the other day; the price was less than a Benjamin.

[@bobroberts2371]

Be sure to spend the extra $$ and get one with a detachable screen. Trying to get the camera in the right position AND the screen viewable at the same time can be difficult. Some have a USB plug in to allow real time vid transfer to the computer.

[@myrlstone8904]

I’m now retired after near forty five years as an A&P AI . For the benefit of existing Luscombe owners and any potential owners, I’m glad that you stressed the importance of the careful inspection of the forward and rear boxes and the attachment of the tail empennage. A wonderful aircraft design, for many years I always thought of them as a bit of a sleeper on the used aircraft market. As a side note, my wife is with the same company, same crew position in the 87, if you two ever cross paths expect a self introduction. She is a fan of your channel. Take care.

[@berryreading4809]

JB needs one of those 1/4" endoscope cameras with adjustable lighting for his smartphone! Its amazing that a $20-100 accessory is far and away better than $500+ standalone units from just a few years ago! All without having to download software or swap around SD cards just to transfer pictures 🤦‍♂️ my old one articulates so I still use it, but quickly get frustrated at the image quality and sending pictures as soon as I remember how much I paid for it! 😆👍

[@Mrsournotes]

75 years young the Mighty Luscombe. A testament to proper maintenance and good ownership. 👍🏽👍🏽

[@davidjose9808]

I became a big user of aviation-grade Corrosion X spray during my owner-assisted annuals on my C-140. My A&P asked if my shower at home had “hot,cold, and Corrosion X” valves😂

[@markpriestley7812]

As a painter and corrosion control attention to detail a must on all aircraft no short cuts great vid

[@gerryg1056]

Fascinating video Juan, thanks for sharing. I'm reminded of a saying in classic car circles, "if you have to ask how much it costs, you can't afford it". This applies to the time and dedication required, not just the money!

[@gerryg1056]

@GracieM way out of my price bracket now, but on this side of the pond we are looking forward to Goodwood Revival in a week's time ! 👍

[@glennpowell3444]

Friday afternoon I am watching this.Arrrg its good enough lets go.Leave it till monday.

[@frankgulla2335]

Thanks, Juan, for keeping us informed and educated.

[@shaunroberts9361]

Another nice video from Juan Brown. Good little segment you did on KCRA channel 3 news. Moving up Juan is..

[@stanbrow]

Since you know own three aircraft, it seems important that you spread the annuals out :-)

[@tippo5341]

The tedious nature of removing the necessary parts is a small price to pay to ensure you have a sound airframe and aircraft for the coming year, single handedly the most important part of flying is safety, and much respect to you Juan for what I'm sure many would not go to the same extent for, and that is making sure that yourself and all that fly in the Mighty Luscombe is safe and fit for flight, a true credit to you good sir!!!! Cheers from Aus!!!!

[@daveshue3829]

Looks like a ton of work to do every year. Good thing you’ve got a good attitude.

[@AdamWennhold]

One of the many reasons why GA is the domain of the wealthy, retired, or career aviation oriented. The level of time, energy, and effort required to do it right is beyond the average recreational American.

[@av8tor261]

I'm enjoying this series. My favourite annual inspections were the first annual inspection for a new owner that "did not" have a pre-purchase inspection. I insisted that the new owner be there and participate. That way the owner could witness all the defects and know I was not BSing him. Welcome to aircraft ownership.

[@herbbenson6884]

A swimming pool is a hold on the ground that you pour money into. A boat is hole in the water that you pour money into. An airplane is a hole in the sky that you...well you get the picture. Enjoy all your videos

[@nathangreer8219]

Boat ownership is amateur hour compared to the aviation world! 😄

[@edwinhsingmaster9135]

Mighty Fine Year, too!

[@stewartsmith1947]

Your airframe looks excellent and very clean !

[@RGB06084]

Great work on the Luscombe annual video Juan! It demonstrates how much work is required to keep the aircraft in safe service!

[@Rngg01]

Absolutely beautiful airplane!! Restoration looks to have been top notch. I’m not a pilot but truly enjoy the channel. I watch every evening for new videos. You certainly perform a great service to the aviation industry!! Thank you!

[@matk4731]

Race cars or aircraft lots of work lots of money lots of fun. That is a lovely little plane you have there sir. Thanks for sharing 👍🏻👍🏻🙃🙃

[@thunderbolt513]

Hi Juan. There must be awesome having a mechanic formation as well as a pilot one. Not only u fly aircraft, but u also have the knowledge to do/assist on those mechanical checks. Real cool. Happy landings from Portugal.

[@tomshelton435]

Love the info you give out freely as an A&P. Great stuff

[@Benchmark67]

Just fascinating to see an annual on the Mighty Luscombe! Thanks for sharing!

[@boldrbangr9834]

Glad you're taking care of this beautiful 'Ol bird 😜

[@sideshowbob1544]

Wow looks really cherry! Nice restoration.

[@gregmitchell4619]

This is so cool. I heard tideous, but I really think its so cool to be behind check and double check everything. I wish I would have been an AMP. What's really cool, is Juan's knowledge of what are more areas of importance. Its not a car, its an airplane! I'm so glad I was able to have a father that was one of the best. Don't slack on anything! Period. The luscombe is very awesome plane. I defiantly like and favor that hot rod A-35 (I think) Beach behind you.

[@arthurpearson3407]

Juan, the Mighty Luscombe is 3 weeks older than me. Probably in better shape too😜. I haven’t had as many parts replaced over the years😂. Always good and instructive videos!

[@jochentreitel7397]

If all cars were to be maintained like airplanes (at least how Juan does it…!) GM and the likes would go out of business pretty soon - except from selling spare parts! Nice job, Juan. That looks like a very thorough inspection.

[@rickhill789]

love this stuff I worked on E2C in the navy

[@ronaldjennings8057]

Seems like a lot of work but you got to be safe I guess it is a lot of stuff to do with the small plain will be watching take care God bless🙏👍🛩

[@nickmolonlabe5780]

After everything is put back together what do you do with the extra parts ?

[@idsawtooth]

Wow! Excellent restoration! It probably looks better than factory new...

[@davidd8435]

Wow a lot more than just checking the oil on a dip stick.

[@icebluecuda1]

Love your Luscombe. I want one.

[@easttexan2933]

what a fine aircraft you have there Juan. Happy flying for many years to come.

[@theunknownmarket1198]

Terrific insights into PA maintenance. Thank You!

[@nancychace8619]

The good news is if you do your own annual then you really know well what's going on with your plane. Takes some guesswork out of it.

[@geofiggy]

Holy cow JB, the previous video on the ML was impressive, but this one is painful to watch with all the parts having to be removed. Hope you have a list to reverse the process. Thanks again for showing us this stuff. Take care and fly safe. 🖖🏽🤟🏽

[@chriholt]

This is a super interesting series, thanks Juan!

[@mikemorgan8792]

Very detailed report

[@videograffy]

Wow, remarkable that was what they could do in 1946....it is a "mighty aircraft"!

[@mmichaeldonavon]

Juan, really a pristine airplane. Wow, Love it.,

[@janetkiele6691]

I find this just fascinating Juan.

[@pj61114]

Extremely Glad to see your content go in this direction while sticking with All YouDo.

[@NC8ED]

I'm impressed, Half the time I forget to turn on the dishwasher after I load it.

[@processserver8470]

Greetings from Greenwich London ⚓️ ⛵️ 👍

[@peoplesambassadordm8279]

Nice inspection vibe...

[@seanmcerlean]

Nice one Juan, really fascinating.Getting my engineering interest going.

[@_Boz]

Great that you're a A&P!

[@hotttt28]

The mighty Luscombe rules the skies

[@mamulcahy]

Beautiful bird Juan!

[@Leomurguia]

Thanks Juan, I started the private pilot course. One step closest to my own plane.

[@clydecessna737]

Mighty indeed.

[@obrienshangar]

Along with your other topics, Nice video on the Luscombe! We need to get Tim up and get some A2A Luscombe shots with you, Doug, and I next Columbia

[@phillee2814]

05:20 - No person or object may commit an act of aviation unless supported by its own weight in paperwork!

[@petertarantelli]

Quite an involved inspection.

[@wilsonlaidlaw]

A very good year 1946!

[@johannmckraken9399]

She’s looks pretty fine for a seventy five year old. With loving care like you give she’ll fly forever. 💯👍🏻

[@jonathanchalk2507]

I hadn't realised before that one needs to carry a spare tyre around before, makes sense I guess. More please

[@nosefirst]

Hmm, the mighty Luscombe is as old as I am, but it looks much better.

[@turnbank3492]

Cheers keep up the good work

[@danburby7936]

A BIT OFF THE SUBJECT OF THIS VIDEO,BUT WHEN I WAS TAKING FLYING LESSONS IN THE 60S,THE OWNER OF THE SCHOOL SAT US DOWN AND SAID THAT IF YOU FLY BAD CONDITIONS,YOU WILL DIE..PERIOD,NO SECOND CHANCE,YOU WILL DIE,THAT INCLUDES DEINKING, STORMS DENSITY ALTITUDE ETC,AND REMEMBER FOE EVERY PILOT THAT DIES,10 PASSENGERS DIE..THAT SPEECH ALWAYS STUCK WITH ME..YOUR VEDEOS ARE GREAT JUAN

[@JoeLinux2000]

Important to keep it inside a good hanger with a good roof.

[@scbeer1]

Hah! This takes me back to my IA exam for my A&P! Conducted on a Cessna 337.

[@whosyourcaddy]

We own serial #3038, original tail number was N71611.

[@learmec]

Juan, just to give you a heads up a Cessna citation 560 crashed in the north-east. Vas doesn't have it yet. Farmington, Connecticut

[@kentkelly5301]

A lot of work, but you having your A&P rating saves a lot of money.

[@georgespalding7640]

I think he still has to have a qualified inspector sign it off. You can't sign off your own airplane for the annual inspection.

[@kentkelly5301]

@@georgespalding7640 You are correct, but he still saves a lot of charged man hour time from another A&P guy. Those are expensive hours! lol

[@georgespalding7640]

@@kentkelly5301 Very true 👍

[@billt46]

@@georgespalding7640 ….If you are an A&P and also hold a IA certification you can sign of the Annual Inspection on your own airplane.

[@georgespalding7640]

@@billt46 Really? That's like the fox guarding the henhouse, some people might take shortcuts.

[@ccserfas4629]

September's a tough month for an annual. Hot!

[@iceman5891]

Part of the No corrosion is the owner operator Juan!! Pat yourself on the back Juan.

[@toddsutton5672]

oh how i miss my 8E, i dont remember any wood under the floor board though. but that was back in the 80's.

[@markhwirth7718]

Don’t forget to kiss the Aircraft Inspector’s Behind !

[@nickinportland]

Owning an airplane seems exhausting, must be fun to fly!

[@duanelundgren7985]

I'm a sheetmetal guy, but the Luscombe fabric wings would be my first choice!

[@Turner9090]

A venture of love

[@francisarrigo8789]

Lots of fun

[@erikcornelison6985]

You crack me up Juan

[@turbofanlover]

If only I can look as good when I turn 75. ;) But seriously, I didn't know that the Mighty Luscombe was that old.

[@noyfub]

You think that's fun, just wait till you start the annual on Harvey. You may have to upgrade to captain, so you can pay for it. And that's with you doing most of the work. However the Mighty Luscomb looks really good.

[@lanse77lithgow]

1946 to 2021 is 75 years! When lill Pete is 35 it will be 100! Still going strong n Petes kids will be flying in it:

[@jimjoe9945]

That's a good looking airplane.

[@TokenTombstone]

She's got wings!

[@cleareddirect7013]

Nothing flies better than a prewar Luscombe

[@lizj5740]

Are you saying Juan should have gotten an older Luscombe? 7 January (or perhaps 1 July) 1946, the Mighty Luscombe's birthdate, was after the war.

[@cleareddirect7013]

@@lizj5740 not at all, they all fly great! The prewar Luscombe’s are extremely light

[@johnblecker4206]

Looks like your plane is well kept over the years.

[@Andykev]

Between the Mighty Luscombe and the Husky, which do you like flying over the other, and, which is more challenging to land in a x-wind?

[@gapster46]

Aren’t annual inspections fun? The main spar inspection panel is underneath my aircraft and has 53 screws holding it on. The only inspection panel on my aircraft that I dreaded taking off. You have one clean good looking aircraft.

[@lockedin60]

Juan when the inspect the big airplanes do they go through as extensive inspection as you do with your GA 'Mighty Luscombe'?

[@markthompson8656]

Yes they do through just as thorough an inspection as Juan has been doing, matter of fact they never stop every month they do a different part of the annual so by the time they finish they start all over again!

[@blancolirio]

Yep, even more. Like Mark says, it never stops.

[@nancychace8619]

Kind of like the Golden Gate bridge.

[@18robsmith]

Q:- How does one get that big pile of bits into such a small space. A:- With care, one bit at a time in the right order... Great job Juan, keep taking those small steps and fly safe :-)

[@j0hnnykn0xv1lle]

I def don't wanna buy a plane I wanna keep my feet on the ground, and support your channel with my dollars :D

[@jsmann8949]

My T-8F has an O-320 and the battery is near the aft bulkhead...even further back than yours!

[@jetrep]

Very cool video thanks for sharing. It's as depressing as it's cool... they could build these in 1946 but today airplanes can't be built economically.

[@timlinerud7721]

Juan, at 4:09 it looks like there is a vertical crease on the side of the fuselage, about 8' in front of the rear horizontal stabilizer. Is that just an optical illusion?

[@ScottRothsroth0616]

Would a borescope make your job [timestamp 1:11] easier?