General Aviation

Aeronca L-16b

Manufacturer: AERONCA

The Aeronca L‑16b, part of the Champion line, is a single‑engine, high‑wing light aircraft with tandem seating and conventional tailwheel gear. Designed for flight training and personal use, it entered U.S. production in 1945 and became one of the longest‑produced light planes, competing directly with the Piper Cub.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
aeronca-l-16b
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
1
Example Registration
N4102A

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

  • L-16B- 1 registrations - Example N4102A

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