General Aviation

Aeronca 7gc

Manufacturer: AERONCA

The Aeronca Model 7 Champion, or Champ, is a single‑engine, high‑wing light aircraft built for training and personal use. It features tandem seating, conventional tailwheel gear, and a simple fabric‑covered metal‑truss structure. Designed to rival the Piper Cub, the Champ offers better forward visibility and a wider cabin.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
aeronca-7gc
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
2
Example Registration
N68KA

Specifications

Wingspan
10.67 m / 35 ft
Length
6.55 m / 21 ft
Max Speed
153 km/h / 95 mph
Cruise Speed
137 km/h / 85 mph
Range
430 km / 230 nmi
Ceiling
3800 m / 12500 ft
First Flight
1944-04-29
Production Start
1946
Production End
1951
Total Built
10000

Variants

  • 7GC- 2 registrations - Example N68KA

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