General Aviation

Aeronca 65-La

Manufacturer: AERONCA

The Aeronca 65LA Chief was a light, high‑wing, two‑seat touring aircraft produced by Aeronca in 1939. It was part of the Chief family, which evolved from the earlier K series and was widely used for civilian touring and training.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
aeronca-65-la
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
19
Example Registration
N21039

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

  • 65-LA- 19 registrations - Example N21039

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