1974 SIAI MARCHETTI SF260B

General Specs (cont.)

Total Time:5067

Engine 1 Time:207 SMOH

Prop 1 Time:207

Useful Load:600 lb

Condition:Used

Year Painted:2020

Interior Year:1974

Flight Rules:BTH

# of Seats:3

Additional Classifications

Aerobatic

Utility

Warbird

Detailed Description

For your consideration is N272C, a STANDARD CATEGORY - FAA CERTIFIED 1974 SIAI Marchetti SF-260B, bearing serial number 20-01. This aircraft has accumulated just 5067 hours since its initial manufacturing, averaging around 100 flight hours per year since its inception. Manufactured in Italy by Aermacchi, a new model of this aircraft would cost approximately $1.6 million today, provided you can acquire one.

Notably, this aircraft is FAA-Certified and falls under the Standard Category, making it non-experimental and legally fit for both private and/or commercial use. This aircraft possesses the unique capability of operating from both improved (paved) and unimproved (dirt or grass) airstrips requiring only 2,000 to 3,000 feet of runway at 2430lbs. This flexibility extends to day or night flights, VFR or IFR conditions, complying with both FAA Part 91 and Part 135 regulations.

Performance is excellent.  You can easily cover distances up to 600 nautical miles at 175 knots, in 3.5 hours all while consuming a frugal 15 gallons per hour at altitudes up to 12,500' MSL. 
**Note: Aircraft is NOT pressurized and oxygen bottle is NOT required or installed for flights below 12,500' MSL. 

Since 2007, this aircraft has been professionally owned, operated and maintained with care. It has  flown many cross-country flights, and light aerobatics up to +4.4G and .25G. It has never been utilized for air shows or low-altitude, high G, flight demonstrations. It maintains its excellent mechanical condition by never allowing clients to solo. Strict maintenance and flying practices have preserved a 37-year safety record and ensured an operational reliability rate of 98%. 

In 2018, the aircraft underwent a comprehensive overhaul. The engine was overhauled by Western Skyways in Colorado The Lycoming O-540D4-A5 engine, which currently has only 195 hours of operation out of its 2,000-hour TBO. All accessories were overhauled as well, resulting in exceptional engine performance. The aircraft boasts being fuel-injection and is matched with a Hartzell aluminum 2-blade propeller, generating 260 HP while weighing only 2,430 lbs at MGTW.   

Cosmetically, it is rated 9/10, featuring an attractive dark gray on light gray camouflage paint job, with the wings refreshed in 2021. The interior and all instruments are in excellent condition.

Regarding avionics, please note two discrepancies: the S-TEC autopilot is not currently operational but is FAA-approved for installation, and the Bendix/King HSI requires minor repair for localizer tracking, though it does track headings. The Garmin 530 is the only known upgrade to the avionics suite since 2007, with all other instruments operational and reliable.

Maintenance by in-house IAs ' A&Ps has been consistent since 2007, with the aircraft flown gently for about 40-100 hours annually. Aerobatic flights have remained within safe parameters, with no over-G experiences or deliberate heavy buffeting encounters. The wings and tail feathers are in impeccable condition, showing no signs of abuse.

The airframe's history is free from damage, except for a minor rudder repair due to contact with an A26 during a hand towing incident in 2019. Otherwise, no damage is observed.

Several FAA-approved cockpit upgrades are currently installed and will be removed from the aircraft. These include a 5 Gallon smoke system,  (2) Gunsights (1) Air Combat Electronic Tracking System (ETS)  and the 3 Camera HD Camera System.   

If you seek to own a genuine warbird with a proven track record of strength and reliability, consider acquiring this high-performance 1974 SIAI Marchetti SF-260B fighter aircraft with confidence. You can review the attached Certificate of Evaluation ' Appraisal, conducted by Jason Zilberbrand VREF on August 31, 2023, valuing it at $360,350. I am willing to consider all reasonable offers. If you have not flown a Marchetti SF-260, I highly recommend booking a flight with me. I am confident you will not be disappointed.

Avionics / Equipment

Garmin GNS 530 Nav/Com 
Bendix/King KX-165 TSO Nav/Com
JPI EDM 700 Engine/Battery/Monitor
Collins HSI (Placarded LOC-INOP)
Garmin GTX-330 Transponder 330/ ADS-B Out
Autopilot (S-Tec) (Placarded INOP)

Airframe

FAA CERTIFIED Standard Category Aircraft TT 5067 hours since being manufactured in Italy in 1974. No Damage History. All logbooks since new.

Engines / Mods / Prop

Lycoming IO-540-D4A5, certified, fuel-Injected, with no engine modifications, 100% stock 260 HP with stock Hartzell 2 blade aluminum propeller.

Interior / Exterior

All original black vinyl interior.

Remarks

Aircraft is currently flying, Annual 11/23, and is LEGALLY configured to fly for hire, if desired.  All proprietary, patented and trademarked Air Combat USA installed equipment and logos will be removed at the Seller's discretion upon completion of sale. These items may include: 1.) Air Combat USA Logos, 2.) Electronic Tracking System (ETS), 3.) 2 Gunsights 4.) Mounting Bar, 5.) 3 camera HD Camera System, 6.) Smoke System. 
**Note: Some of these FAA approved modifications may be available upon request for purchase for an additional cost.