THE TANDEM COCKPIT includes a nod to modern navigation with a Garmin GNS 430W, but traditional steam gauges remain prominent (top). Even though they put in an electrical system, the previous owners opted to keep the original starter assembly (lower left) in place. A plastic shield protects a flying wire joint (center). The custom leather seats match the fabric and feature the Stearman logo. 56 | AOPA PILOT September 2018