STINSON 108 “VOYAGER”€

1946’€“50

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • The Stinson 108 Voyager, an improved four-seat civil aircraft, was introduced in 1946 with a 150-hp (later 165-hp) engine, and its final Model 108-3 was produced in late 1948.
  • Production of the Voyager ceased by 1950, after Piper Aircraft acquired its tooling and manufacturing rights in December 1948.
  • A light freighter variant, the Stinson Station Wagon, offered removable rear seats for up to 640 pounds of cargo, and the Stinson 108 is highlighted as one of the best deals on the used aircraft market.
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STANDARD DATA: Seats 4. Gross wt. 2,400. Empty wt. 1,300. Fuel capacity 50. Engine 150-hp to 165-hp Franklin.
PERFORMANCE: Top mph 143. Cruise mph 121. Stall mph 65. Range 510. Initial climb rate 850. Takeoff run 1,400. Landing roll 1,500. Ceiling 16,500.

After the war, production of civil aircraft resumed, and the 108 Voyager appeared in 1946. It was an improved four seat version of the prewar Model 10 and was powered by a 150-hp Franklin engine. Subsequently, a 165-hp powerplant was used. The final version of the Voyager was produced in late 1948; the Model 108-3 with the larger fuel tank and increased vertical tail are symbolic of the Stinson line. Piper Aircraft acquired the tooling and manufacturing rights in December 1948, and a few additional Voyagers were built before production was discontinued in 1950. Piper also produced the Stinson Station Wagon that was a light freighter version of the Voyager. By removing the two rear seats, space was made available for up to 640 pounds of cargo. The Station Wagon had a slightly lighter empty weight.


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