The Scout back in service

The 8GCBC Scout is a two-seat, high-wing, single-engined fixed conventional gear general aviation airplane that entered production in the United States in 1974. Designed for personal and commercial use, it is commonly found in utility roles such as bush flying—thanks to its short takeoff and landing (STOL) ability—as well as agriculture, pipeline patrol, and glider and banner towing.

After some time the club decided to repair it and get it back in service as it a good workhorse for towing gliders from the airfield. The issue was getting parts for it, since it is an American made and parts are hard to get. While being repaired it had a full engine rebuild, landing gear legs replaced and wing strut repairs.

Those flying last week had a chance to experience its good behaviour in high wind, towing conditions. Welcome back!