1930 Stinson SM-8A Detroiter

This 1930 Stinson SM-8A is known as "The Queen of the Cowlitz".  It was built up from wreckage over a 12 year period to like new condition. The airplane was finally returned to flying condition in 1999. Restored and owned by Peggy and Jerry Thuotte. It is on permanent loan to the Port Townsend Aero Museum.

Specifications:

Manufactured:            January 4th, 1930

Wing Span:                     42'

Empty Weight             2250 lbs

Gross Weight             3195 lbs

Horse Power                 225

Engine                         Lycoming R-680       

Cruise Speed                 105 mph

Click on the thumbnails below to see what it takes to bring a wrecked Stinson SM-8A back to like new condition.