General Aviation

Aeronca 50-F

Manufacturer: AERONCA

The Aeronca 50‑F Chief is a 1938 high‑wing, two‑seat touring aircraft produced by Aeronca. It is part of the 50‑Chief family that evolved from the earlier K series. The 50‑F is powered by a 50‑hp Franklin 4AC engine, features a welded steel‑tube fuselage with fabric covering, and a side‑by‑side cabin.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
aeronca-50-f
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
3
Example Registration
N23582

Specifications

Wingspan
10.97 m / 36 ft
Length
6.43 m / 21 ft
Height
2.74 m / 9 ft
Max Speed
169 km/h / 105 mph
Cruise Speed
158 km/h / 98 mph
Range
400 km / 220 nmi
Ceiling
4600 m / 15000 ft
First Flight
1937
Total Built
13700

Variants

  • 50-F- 3 registrations - Example N23582

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