General Aviation

Champion 7HC

Manufacturer: Champion

The Aeronca Champion, often called the Champ, is a single‑engine, high‑wing light aircraft designed for training and personal use. First flown in 1944, it entered production in 1945 and became one of the most popular and longest‑produced light planes worldwide. Its tandem seating, conventional tailwheel gear, and simple fabric‑covered structure made it a favorite of flight schools and private owners.

Aircraft Facts

Type Key
champion-7hc
Class
General Aviation
Registry Count
11
Example Registration
N101F

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

  • 7HC- 8 registrations - Example N101F
  • AERONCA 7HC- 3 registrations - Example N8906R

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