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.
Second Annual Aviation Archeology Symposium at the Seattle Museum of Flight
On March 14th and 15th 2015, the Seattle Museum of Flight hosted their second annual Aviation Archeology Symposium. The symposium focused on the recovery of aircraft, archeological aspects of aircraft, in addition to aircraft restoration. The symposium this year included many presenters from last year’s symposium, as well as some new additions. Dave and Lindsey Goss were returning presenters for this event.
In Loving Memory of “Uncle Jack”, John Andrew Morrissey
On November 16th 2014, the world lost yet another of “The Greatest Generation”, John Andrew Morrissey, or as many of us know him, Uncle Jack. Jack was an amazing man, he had such a big heart and touched so many lives. Jack is a WWII Navy Veteran. He flew PBYs in the Battle of Midway, and was shot down two or three times. Jack lived to be ninety one years old, and had a very full life, with lots of adventures.
The Privateer Engines are Headed to Idaho
We removed the engines, then removed all of the accessories, and now they are packaged up and on their way to Anderson Aeromotive in Idaho. Kaspar was here when they were loaded on the truck and was able to get some video footage. Thanks Kaspar!
“Air Classics” Vol. 50/No. 8, August 2014
Check out the article on GossHawk Unlimited, Inc. in the August 2014 issue of “Air Classics”! Doug Fisher wrote a great story, New at GossHawk, Latest Restoration Projects at a Busy Vintage and Veteran Aircraft Shop.
“Big Beautiful Doll” Engine Run
Big Beautiful Doll came in for her annual earlier in the month. We did engine runs, while making adjustments to the take-off power setting and looking for oil leaks. Since we had to take her up to take-off power, the tail needed to be strapped down. All went well, and she went home this morning!
Jeff Nelson President and CEO | Custom Connections, LLC I’ve known and worked with Dave Goss on numerous projects for over 20 years. His is one of the most reliable and honest shops around. Dave always lives up to and exceeds the expectations of his customers. The least a customer has ever gotten from GossHawk…
Read MoreBernd Stroeh Pilot and Warbird Owner | German Businessman After more than 20 years, I decided to sell my dream plane, the T 28 N 141 BS. It was a melancholy moment for me when it left your hangar to leave forever to South Africa. In all these 20 years, when you and your fantastic…
Read MoreDave Goss meets owner Dan Kirkland at GossHawk after flying his new T-28B racer home from Carson City, Nevada. This T-28B was built to race at Reno in the early 2000’s, but the owner has decided not to race her.
Read MoreWe have 41 years of experience and have earned a reputation for excellence. Strict guidelines are used to achieve the highest quality and authenticity. Our team is experienced in restoring aircraft of varying type and class, including biplanes, prop planes and jets. Read more »
Read MoreWe are a full service aircraft maintenance facility. Our personnel are FAA certified mechanics with both A&P and IA licenses, allowing us to perform a wide array of inspections and repairs. In addition, we offer disassembly and assembly of all types of aircraft for packaging and shipping. Read more »
Read MoreGossHawk Unlimited currently has multiple projects under its roof, this includes projects we are currently working on or projects for sale that we would like to restore. For information and pictures of restoration projects GossHawk is working on, see our section on current projects. Read more »
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Rare Plane Comes to Everett Museum Published: Wednesday, May 4, 2011 By Kurt Batdorf, For the Herald PHOTO CAPTION FROM ARTICLE: Mechanic Lee Trekas, of GossHawk Unlimited Inc. from Casa Grande, Arizona, restores a German Focke-Wulf Fw 190 Nazi combat airplane, Thursday, April 21, 2011 at Flying Heritage Museum located at Paine Field in Everett.…
Read MoreThe cover shot on this “Air Classics” issue shows the newly painted and completed Fw 190A-5. This Fw 190 belongs to Paul Allen of Seattle, Washington and his museum, the Flying Heritage Collection or FHC. The A-5 is the only original airworthy Fw 190 in the world. She is also flying with the only original running BMW 801 engine.
Read MoreThis video shows the first engine runs performed on the only airworthy BMW 801 engine in the world. You will also see the first flights of the only original airworthy Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-5, you will see her transform from bare metal to her final paint scheme. The engine runs and flights take place at GossHawk Unlimited, Inc. out of Casa Grande, AZ. GossHawk completed the restoration of this aircraft after she arrived from England.
Read MoreThe cover shot and article shows the first flight of FHC’s Fw 190A-5 German WWII fighter. This A5 is the only original airworthy Fw 190 in the world. The A-5 went down on the Eastern Front in 1943 and her next flight was on December 2, 2010, after her restoration.
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