Boeing YL-15 for Sale
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Interesting facts about the Boeing YL-15
✈ Boeing built two XL-15 prototypes and ten YL-15 pre-production aircraft between 1946 and 1949 for liaison and observation roles.
✈ The YL-15 uses a high wing with full-span flaperons and spoilers, which enable very low speeds and short-field performance.
✈ A tandem two-seat layout gives the rear observer exceptional visibility through an extensively glazed fuselage and boom-mounted tail.
✈ A 125 hp Lycoming O-290-7 engine powers the YL-15 and drives a two-blade propeller.
✈ Maximum speed is about 112 mph, while typical cruise is about 101 mph at low altitude.
✈ The Army chose the Cessna L-19 for production, and the YL-15 airframes moved to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Alaska.
✈ Surviving YL-15s are prized for STOL capability; documented power-on stall speeds as low as 18 mph highlight that performance.
✈ Flight testing included wheels, skis, and floats, which broadened the type’s utility for bush and survey work.
Boeing YL-15 Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. This information should not be used for flight planning or other aircraft operations. Aircraft model variations, custom specifications, modifications, upgrades and age will have a considerable impact on the details listed below. Please check with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority for the precise aircraft specifications.
Length: 7.70 m (25 ft 3 in)
Wingspan: 12.19 m (40 ft 0 in)
Height: 2.65 m (8 ft 8.5 in)
Empty Weight: 684 kg (1,509 lb)
Max Take Off Weight (MTOW): 930 kg (2,050 lb)
Wing Area: 25.0 m² (269 sq ft)
Cruise Speed: 163 km/h (101 mph, 88 kn)
Endurance (standard tanks): 2 h 15 min
Endurance (with external fuel): 5 h 30 min
Service Ceiling: 5,000 m (16,400 ft)
Rate of Climb: 3.19 m/s (628 ft/min)
Powerplant: 1 × Lycoming O-290-7, 125 hp
FAQs About the Boeing YL-15
How much does a Boeing YL-15 cost?
The Boeing YL-15 is exceptionally rare. Only a handful exist and public sales are infrequent. As of 2024 to 2025, sellers typically handle pricing case by case based on restoration quality, originality, and provenance. Request current figures from individual sellers and specialist brokers when a specific airframe becomes available.
What missions suit a YL-15 today?
Buyers use the YL-15 for historic display, fly-ins, type-specific training with qualified instructors, and occasional bush or backcountry recreation. Its slow-flight handling and short-field capability make it ideal for demonstration flights and STOL showcases. Confirm any operating limitations with your authority and insurer.
How many seats and what is the configuration?
The YL-15 seats two in tandem. The rear seat offers a wide field of view for observation and photography. The cockpit layout is simple compared with modern trainers, so transition training is advisable for new owners.
What engine does the YL-15 use and how available are parts?
The type uses a Lycoming O-290-7 rated at 125 hp. Parts support for legacy Lycoming components remains available through specialist suppliers and overhaul shops. Airframe items are unique and may require custom fabrication or support from owners’ networks and museums.
How short can a YL-15 operate?
Performance varies by weight, surface, wind, and technique. The design’s flaperons, spoilers, and light wing loading allow very low speeds and short-field operations. Discuss specific field lengths with the seller, review aircraft logs, and evaluate performance in training before operating from short or soft strips.
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