Piper Stinson 108-3 N4181C Joins the High Tide Fleet

A new airplane just joined the High Tide Aviation ramp! N4181C is a deep red Piper Stinson 108-3 with cream stripes, a tall tail, and a cabin big enough for the whole family.

It is a four-place tailwheel airplane with room for passengers and a strong cross-country personality. Here is a closer look at our newest aircraft and why we added it to the fleet.

Meet N4181C

The Stinson 108 is known as the “Voyager,” and the name fits. It has a wide, comfortable cabin and the room to easily carry people and their gear. Some pilots call it the station wagon of tailwheel airplanes.

N4181C is a 108-3 powered by a 165-horsepower Franklin six-cylinder engine. That gives it the performance for practical cross-country flights with a pilot and passengers on board. It also gives pilots a distinctive airplane to fly in a fleet that already ranges from Cessnas to a Baron.

Here are the details at a glance:

• Aircraft: Piper Stinson 108-3
• Tail number: N4181C
• Seating: Four-place
• Landing gear: Conventional (tailwheel)
• Engine: 165-horsepower Franklin six-cylinder
• Rental rate: $325 per hour, wet (fuel included)
• Availability: Contact us to check the schedule

You can see the full listing on the N4181C fleet page.

Why We Added a Second Tailwheel Airplane

Most pilots train in tricycle-gear airplanes. A tailwheel airplane adds a different skill set, with more focus on rudder work, crosswind technique, and precise landings. Pilots who spend time in conventional gear tend to bring sharper airmanship to every airplane they fly.

N4181C joins the Bellanca Citabria that our pilots already use for tailwheel work. We introduced that airplane when we began offering tailwheel instruction. The Stinson gives pilots a second tailwheel option with more cabin space.

Two Airplanes, Two Experiences

The Citabria is a nimble two-seater that is ideal for sharpening stick-and-rudder skills. The Stinson is larger, with a roomy four-place cabin and the range to take passengers along.

For a pilot who already holds a tailwheel endorsement, the Stinson is a chance to build time in a different kind of airplane. For a pilot working toward one, the Citabria remains the airplane used in our tailwheel training program.

Questions & Answers

Can I earn my tailwheel endorsement in N4181C?

Our tailwheel endorsement program is flown in the Citabria. If you would like to know whether Stinson time can be part of your training, contact us and we will go over the options.

How do I find out when N4181C is available?

Reach out through our contact page or call us directly and our team will check the schedule with you.

Where can I see the rest of the aircraft?

Every airplane and helicopter we operate is listed on our fleet and rentals page, with photos, equipment, and rental rates.

Want to Learn More?

A red Stinson on the ramp turns heads, and we expect plenty of pilots to stop and ask about it. If you have questions about N4181C, its availability, or how it fits alongside the rest of our fleet, we would be glad to talk. Contact the High Tide Aviation team and we will get you an answer.