Pitts S-1 Aircraft in Germany
German-registered aircraft (D- prefix) operate under EASA certification with rigorous maintenance documentation requirements. Strong GA infrastructure around Munich, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Berlin. Diamond Aircraft (Austrian) and German pilot population create active market for modern composite singles.
1 used Pitts S-1 aircraft for sale in Germany · 1-seat · from $45K · updated 5 hours ago
About the Pitts S-1
The Pitts S-1 is the classic single-seat aerobatic biplane — small, light and ferociously agile, the mount that dominated competition aerobatics and still delivers one of the best roll rates and aerobatic experiences for the money. Variants range from the symmetrical-wing S-1S and constant-speed S-1T to the high-performance S-1-11 ("Super Stinker"). Most are amateur-built or factory biplanes flown for sport and competition aerobatics.
Pitts S-1 Specifications
Model specThe Pitts S-1 is a 1-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 120 kt (222 km/h), a range of 273 nm (506 km).
1 Pitts S-1 For Sale
There are currently 1 used Pitts S-1 for sale, ranging from $45,001 to $45,001, with a median asking price of $45,001.
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Pitts S-1 Price & Cost
How much does a Pitts S-1 cost? Used S-1 prices: from $45K, across 1 priced of 1 active listings.
Based on 2 priced listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Pitts S-1
When buying a Pitts S-1, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.
What to check before buying
- Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
- Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Pitts S-1
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Pitts S-1 Inventory by Country
| United States | 2 |
| Germany | 1 |
| United Kingdom | 1 |
Pitts S-1 by Price
| Under $100k | 2 |
| Under $200k | 3 |
| Under $300k | 3 |
| Under $500k | 3 |
Pitts S-1 by Decade
| 1970s | 1 |
Pitts S-1 Safety Record
Across all S-1 variants, 35 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2025. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 02, 2025 | Danbury, CT | Incident | — |
| Aug 12, 2025 | Goodyear, AZ | Fatal (1) | — |
| Feb 17, 2022 | Spring, TX | Serious | The failure of maintenance personnel to properly connect the throttle cable, which led to the pilot’s inability to contr… |
| Jul 17, 2004 | Durham, NC | Fatal (1) | The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall/spin and subsequent in-flight collision … |
| Jan 03, 2004 | Burleson, TX | Incident | The separation of the right main gear wheel, during landing, due to the improper maintenance by unknown maintenance pers… |
NTSB records 1982–2025. Includes all Pitts S-1 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.