General Aviation

Aeronca L-3c

Manufacturer: AERONCA

The Aeronca L-3 was a light observation and liaison aircraft used by the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. It was adapted from Aeronca’s pre‑war Tandem Trainer and Chief models and was designed for short‑field operations, artillery spotting, and transport duties.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
aeronca-l-3c
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
3
Example Registration
N48953

Specifications

Wingspan
10.67 m / 35 ft
Length
6.67 m / 21 ft
Height
2.74 m / 9 ft
Max Speed
139 km/h / 87 mph
Cruise Speed
126 km/h / 79 mph
Range
350 km / 189 nmi
Ceiling
3050 m / 10000 ft
First Flight
1941
Total Built
1439

Variants

  • L-3C- 3 registrations - Example N48953

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