The Taylorcraft 15 is a limited-production four-place cabin monoplane powered by a single piston engine, best known in service as the 15A Tourist. Discover Taylorcraft 15 for sale worldwide on AvPay. Browse active Taylorcraft 15 listings and find available aircraft across the USA, North America, UK, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and South America. Connect directly with aircraft brokers, private sellers, flying clubs, flight schools and manufacturers. Explore the full inventory of aircraft for sale on AvPay here!
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Interesting facts about the Taylorcraft 15
✈ Taylorcraft developed the Model 15 in 1943 and 1944 as a larger four seat companion to its earlier two seat line, aiming to keep the familiar Taylorcraft layout while adding cabin capacity.
✈ The prototype carried the registration NX36320 and first flew on November 1, 1944, making it a late wartime design that reached the civil market later.
✈ The aircraft uses a high wing, strut braced configuration with fixed tailwheel landing gear, a practical setup for grass strips and simple ownership.
✈ Taylorcraft built the fuselage and tail from welded steel tube with fabric covering, a structure many shops understand well during inspections and repairs.
✈ The wing combines wood and metal elements and uses fabric covering, so buyers should look closely for moisture damage, workmanship quality and proper storage history.
✈ Early testing started with a Lycoming O 290 engine rated at 125 hp, then Taylorcraft switched to a Franklin 6A4 series engine at 150 hp to improve performance.
✈ The wing incorporates manually operated flaps plus fixed leading edge slots, features that can help the aircraft manage lower speed handling when flown correctly.
✈ Production remained very limited, the Model 15 entered production as the 15A Tourist and total built numbers stayed low, which makes surviving aircraft uncommon in the market.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Taylorcraft 15
Recognised variants include the Model 15, the Model 15A and the Model 16.
FAQs About the Taylorcraft 15
How many seats does the Taylorcraft 15 have?
The Taylorcraft 15 is a four seat aircraft arranged in a 2 plus 2 cabin layout. Buyers should confirm interior configuration and weight and balance paperwork because equipment choices can change usable load.
What engine is fitted to the Taylorcraft 15?
Taylorcraft tested the prototype with a Lycoming O 290 at 125 hp and later adopted a Franklin 6A4 series engine at 150 hp. Many aircraft may also reflect later owner choices under approved data, so always verify the exact engine model, propeller and paperwork.
Is the Taylorcraft 15 a tailwheel aircraft?
Yes, the type uses fixed conventional landing gear with a tailwheel. If you plan to fly it yourself, confirm insurance requirements and consider transition training focused on tailwheel technique.
What airframe areas deserve extra attention during a pre buy inspection?
Inspect the fabric condition, underlying structure and corrosion protection, then pay special attention to steel tube joints, wing structure condition and any repairs around lift struts and attachment points. Review log continuity carefully because the fleet is small and individual histories vary widely.
What makes the Taylorcraft 15 different from common four seat classics?
It combines the familiar Taylorcraft high wing profile with features such as flaps and fixed leading edge slots, plus it remains far rarer than many contemporaries. That rarity can appeal to collectors but it also makes parts sourcing and owner support a key consideration.
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Financing a Taylorcraft 15 often depends on documentation quality because the fleet is small and each aircraft can differ by engine, equipment and restoration level. Start by gathering complete logbooks, recent inspection details and clear photos of the airframe, engine and panel, then share them early with a specialist aviation lender. Ask lenders how they handle vintage aircraft valuations, parts availability considerations and limited comparable sales. Choose loan terms that match your intended ownership horizon and your plan for upgrades, hangarage and maintenance reserves.
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Insurance for a Taylorcraft 15 usually depends on tailwheel experience, recent flight time and how you plan to operate the aircraft. Provide insurers with accurate pilot history, intended annual hours, storage method and a realistic hull value supported by condition, restoration work and avionics fit. Ask your broker about training expectations for tailwheel aircraft and any requirements tied to unusual or vintage models. Confirm coverage details for ferry flights, maintenance test flights and off airport operations if those apply to your use.
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