An amazing way to start an early-September morning!
There is absolutely nothing like the sound of a vintage Pratt & Whitney radial engine coughing, sputtering, and roaring back to life. Yesterday, we successfully completed an engine run on the North American T-6 Texan. She ran smoothly, sounded incredibly angry, and reminded everyone on the ramp what real aviation heritage feels like. Huge thanks…
Keeping History Flying Starts with Thorough Maintenance!
Every great flight begins long before the wheels leave the runway. Our team is hard at work performing an annual inspection on this beautiful T-6, owned by Michael Rutledge.
Hanger filled wingtip to wingtip
You know it’s a good day at GossHawk Unlimited when the hangar is filled wingtip to wingtip with warbirds and vintage aircraft. From the power of the Mustang, to the timeless beauty of the Stearman, the legendary Focke- Wulf Fw 190, and the dependable T-28 & T-6 – every corner of the shop is packed…
Running the Mustang
Last week we ran the North American P-51 Mustang. There’s nothing quite like the sound and craftsmanship behind these iconic machines.
Updates to our Focke-Wulf Fw 190F-8 Project Gallery
We’ve just added another 130 photos to the works-in-progress gallery for our Focke-Wulf Fw 190F-8 restoration project.
Memories for Oshkosh 2019
In celebration of Oshkosh 2019 I wanted to share some pictures that I took from Oshkosh 2015 that I was unable to post that year. It was the trip of a lifetime, traveling in the only flying Privateer cross country from Casa Grande, Arizona to Oshkosh, Wisconsin. My dad, Dave, and I went with the…
In Memory of Jeff Pino
We had the privilege of having Jeff Pino in our lives for two years. It was much too short, but to call him a friend for a short period of time was better than none. Jeff came to us in February 2014 and asked us to take care of his P-51, from that point on we became quick friends. Jeff’s personality was a good match with the Goss family, and although it was so short we felt like Jeff was a longtime friend.
GossHawk Unlimited is Looking for Sheet Metal Mechanics and A&P Mechanics
GossHawk Unlimited is looking for a sheet metal mechanic. We would like someone with sheet metal experience, experience with hand forming, and able to work with little to no drawings. We are also looking for an A&P mechanic with warbird experience.
“Warbirds International” Vol. 34/No. 7, July/August 2015
At the end of April GossHawk Unlimited and Klaus Plasa conducted test flights of Dan Kirkland’s Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-8/N. Michael O’Leary put together a great story with a detailed background of the pilot in which the markings represent, Josef Pips Priller.
“Air Classics” Vol. 51/No. 6, June 2015
Doug Fisher stopped by a couple months back for his annual visit. Doug wrote a nice article and got some great photos. If you are interested in finding out what is going on at GossHawk, check out the June 2015 Air Classics!
Major David E. Goss the Inspiration of GossHawk
Today marks a year that Major David E. Goss passed away. Although David never did work at GossHawk, and is not the creator, he without a doubt is the inspiration of the operation. GossHawk would not be here today if it were not for this incredible man. You are loved and will always be missed.
The Military Aviation Museum had its annual Warbirds Over the Beach May 17th and 18th. Lindsey and Dave Goss attended the show on Saturday the 17th with Lindsey’s cousin and Dave’s niece, Anna Cardoso.
David E. Goss was a very special man. Thank you for your service and for fighting for our freedom. You touched so many lives, and you will be missed by so many. I love you Grandpa!
On Friday May 2nd, the Privateer took off from Casa Grande, AZ headed to the Chino Airshow. Lindsey and Dave caught a ride to the show! This was Lindsey’s first trip to Chino, she had a ton of fun and met lots of new people. Dave enjoyed one day of airshow fun, then had to return to AZ to work. The PB4Y-2 was on display at the show, and headed back home to Casa Grande on Sunday afternoon.
We ran the Privateer earlier in the week to make sure she was ready for Chino. Everything went well, and she is ready to go! She will be departing from Casa Grande tomorrow at 10:00am. See you in Chino!
GossHawk Unlimited participated in the first ever Aviation Archeology Symposium, put on by the Seattle Museum of Flight. The event was a success! The presenters were great and had interesting information.
GossHawk Unlimited is able to repair and/or manufacture parts for the Focke-Wulf Fw 190 aircraft, in particular the Flug Werk built models. We have exclusive access to Fw 190 drawings, jigs, molds, and tooling.
Dave and Lindsey Goss traveled to Dallas, Texas to attend the 20th anniversary National Warbird Operator Conference.
Wade L. Eakle of “Over The Front” magazine wrote a story titled, Honoring the Memory and Legacy of the “Arizona Balloon Buster”. In this story, you will learn about how the memory of Frank Luke Jr. has been preserved in AZ, as well as other places in the country. Wade Eakle features the S.P.A.D. XIII that hangs in Terminal #3 at the Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. Check out this great story!
In September 2013, an engine vibration analysis revealed a problem with the propeller on the #4 engine. GossHawk removed the prop and sent it off for inspection and overhaul. The propeller arrived at GossHawk on Christmas Eve assembled and ready for installation.
On July 25th 2013 GossHawk acquired a new team member, Chloe! Chloe is a rescue, we found her at the local shelter.