Rare Boeing YL-15 Scout Aircraft Up for Auction

Corvallis, WA and Cisco, TX (April 2, 2024)AirspaceAuctions.com announces the exclusive auction of the Boeing YL-15 Scout, an exceptional post-World War II aircraft, starting May 22, 2024. This rare post-WWII warbird, meticulously restored over 13 years by Keith Brunquist, will be auctioned very soon. The owner has submitted this plane on the market previously but is now truly ready to let his award winning restored YL-15 go to a new home.The YL-15 Scout, a standout at the 2017 AirVenture in Oshkosh where it was crowned grand champion for post-World War II warbirds, represents a unique chapter in aviation history. Keith Brunquist, dedicating over a decade to its restoration, was motivated by familial ties and a passion for the aircraft he fi rst encountered as a child in Anchorage, Alaska.Originally designed for liaison missions, the Boeing YL-15 is noted for its unconventional design, featuring a blimp-like fuselage, expansive 40-foot wingspan with fl aperons and spoilers, and a cockpit providing unmatched observational capabilities. Its ability to take off and land on varied terrains, facilitated by adaptable landing gear suitable for fl oats or skis, exemplifi es its versatility.Produced between 1946 and 1949, the YL-15s served with the U.S. Fish andamp; Wildlife Service in Alaska before being phased out. Keith's father, Norm Brunquist, acquired YL-15 47-432, the last of its kind, and after years of rest, Keith undertook its restoration, infusing life into this historic aircraft.This auction represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of aviation heritage, celebrated for its distinctive design and storied past. The YL-15 Scout is not only an aircraft but a symbol of dedication and a legacy of the Brunquist family's aviation journey. For more details on the auction and the YL-15 Scout, visit airspaceauctions.com.Contact DetailsLisa HuttonAirspace CMOaircrew@airspaceauctions.com254-735-5030www.airspaceauctions.com