General Aviation

Aeronca C-2 Scout

Manufacturer: AERONCA

The Aeronca C‑2 is a lightweight American monoplane that first flew in 1929. Built by Aeronca Aircraft, it was designed for simplicity and low cost, featuring an open‑pod fuselage and a small two‑cylinder engine. Its quirky appearance earned it the nickname “Flying Bathtub.”

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
aeronca-c-2-scout
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
1
Example Registration
N652W

Specifications

Wingspan
10.98 m / 36 ft
Length
6.1 m / 20 ft
Height
2.28 m / 7 ft
Max Speed
128 km/h / 80 mph
Cruise Speed
104 km/h / 65 mph
Range
384 km / 210 nmi
Ceiling
5032 m / 16500 ft
First Flight
1929
Total Built
164

Variants

  • C-2 SCOUT- 1 registrations - Example N652W

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