WTB - Left aileron for 252

[Oldguy]

One of the guys out at my airport (Pell City, AL - KPLR) had a small incursion yesterday when someone backed into his plane, and he is now in need of a left aileron for his 252. Part number would be 230015-505 LH. He puts about 500 hours per year on his plane as he uses it in his business. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[KSMooniac]

Finding good used ailerons is nearly impossible. If he's flying that much he should just get a new one from the factory and ring up the offender's insurance agent.

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[Oldguy]

14 minutes ago, KSMooniac said:

Finding good used ailerons is nearly impossible. If he's flying that much he should just get a new one from the factory and ring up the offender's insurance agent.

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I think he's married to the offender.....

[KSMooniac]

Well, that slightly complicates things! I suspect the price of a new one will warrant an insurance claim...or he can sit AOG for a long time looking for a used one at a cheaper but still expensive cost.

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[Mooneymite]

Can ailerons be re-skined like flaps can be?

[kortopates]

Can ailerons be re-skined like flaps can be?

They have been for things like hail damage, but I suspect if both sides are damaged new is the better option.
At least he may not need new control weights too!


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[Oldguy]

So far, two have been located - Mooney can get one in about 4 weeks and Paul Loewen has one and will call Monday to discuss getting it here.

 

[KSMooniac]

That's great! Can't believe there is a good one on a shelf.

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[Mooneymite]

1 hour ago, kortopates said:

They have been for things like hail damage, but I suspect if both sides are damaged new is the better option.
At least he may not need new control weights too!

Or, just buff it out.

[Marauder]

1 hour ago, Oldguy said:

So far, two have been located - Mooney can get one in about 4 weeks and Paul Loewen has one and will call Monday to discuss getting it here.

 

Hold my beer and watch this...

I suspect the ribs are bent.