Following the successful c2 scout model, the c3 master was marketed as an all weather convertible, with removable door and folddown window. The aeronca museum is a nonprofit 501 c3 organization. Aeronca model 11 chief specifications technical data. The model 11 chief was designed and built by aeronca aircraft corporation. A more refined aircraft with an improved undercarriage and steel tube wing bracing struts in place of wires, was developed in 1937 as the aeronca k, powered by a 42 hp 31 kw aeronca e1 engine, beginning the long line of aeronca high wing. Gross weight 1934 landplane, original gear 900 lb gross weight 1934 landplane, single strut gear 936 lb gross weight 1934 with edo d990 or d1070 floats 972 lb gross weight 1934 with warner a1900 floats 953 lb gross weight 1935 and after, landplane 1006 lb gross weight 1935 and after, floatplane 1069 lb empty weight landplane 569 lb max. Aeronca c1 scout plans download model airplane news. Designed for flight training and personal useand specifically developed to compete with the popular piper cub, entered production in the united states in 1945, spawning one of the most popular, and longest.
The resulting c2 scout arrived on the scene in 1929 just as the stock. The crosssection of the metal fuselage truss is triangular, a design feature which can be traced all the way back to the earliest aeronca c2 design of the late 1920s. While it shared the name chief with the prewar models, the design was not a derivative. There are 325 pages of 3view scale drawings of 124 type airplanes included in a set of two books, vol. Aeroncas long design evolution stretched from the early flying bathtub c2c3, left. Aeronca aircraft corp c 2 pc 2 scout jean roche, an air service engineer at dayton, ohio saw a need for an affordable and reliable light aircraft. In 1931, the company introduced the c3 collegian or duplex models, which were 36horsepower, twoseat versions of the singleseat c2 scout. Nov 03, 2016 here, youll find the elegantly simple 1929 monocoupevelie 1, the charming aeronca c2n from 1930, and the gleaming 1940 harlow pjc2.
The aeronca c2 was the culmination of his vision for a cheap and easytofly airplane. Wind canyon books, aviation books, aviation books, books. Aeronca c2 air and space museum, today in history, aeronautics. With room for two adults the c3 proved itself as being a low cost reliable airplane. The aeronca model 11 chief is a singleengine twoseat light touring aircraft produced by the usamerican manufacturer aeronca aircraft corporation. Aeronca champ, chief, sedan, l3 o58, l16, defender, c 2, c 3, models 50, 65, series k et al. In 1939, the 65series appeared and featured the 65 hp continental option. The aeronca c3s, nicknamed the flying bathtub, were manufactured from 1931 to 1937.
Powered by a small 4stroke, this easytobuild scale aerobatic model designed by phillip kent performs very well. Charles lindbergh poses next to the plane that he flew over the atlantic and into the history. Eliminating the aeroncas traditional bathtub appearance, the. Aeronca k scout unlike its predecessor the c3 flying bathtub, this looked like a real airplane.
All of the 7bcm production went to the military as model l16a. Aeronca c1 scout plan cf475 type model rc scale sport. Fabric covered and built with a welded steel tube fuselage and spruce wings, the c2, also. The last champ produced at aeronca was a 7ec, and when champion reintroduced the champ in 1955, it was with their version of the 7ec, very little changed from aeronca s. Were likely going to start on a fullsize replica of the curtiss model g tractor scout, sc. Aeronca c 1 scout plan cf475 type model rc scale sport. The aeronca c 3 evolved into the aeronca k scout in 1937. The aeronca model 7 champion more commonly known as the champ, or airknocker is a singleengine, twoseat, light airplane, with a high wing and fixed conventional landing gear. Aeronca was noted for producing light sidebyside twoseat touring aircraft since the introduction of the aeronca c2 in 1929. By the mid1930s, aeronca lead the country in making light planes for personal use.
The strutbraced wings of the chief are, like the fuselage and tail surfaces, fabric covered, utilizing aluminum ribs and wood spars. Aeronca c2 following the restoration of the fc2w2, the museum staff restoredseveral engines and a d. Aeronca champ, chief, sedan, l3 o58, l16, defender, c2, c3, models 50, 65, series k et al. As you explore, youll also come across types like the 1933 parasolwing davis d1w, a meticulously detailed replica of charles lindberghs famous ryan nyp spirit of st. Meanwhile, many privately owned aeronca c 2 and c 3 aircraft were setting an impressive number of records in the class c 4th category, a division established by the national aeronautic association n.
In the 1930s and 1940s, the company was a major producer of general aviation aircraft, and also produced the engines for some of their early designs. Aeronca k scout unlike its predecessor the c 3 flying bathtub, this looked like a real airplane. Log books reconstructed in 1955 and last flown in 1956. A6 aeronca c3 collegiate scale model for rubber power. We promote these capable and historic aircraft through their preservation and maintenance, and celebrate their history. Here, youll find the elegantly simple 1929 monocoupevelie 1, the charming aeronca c2n from 1930, and the gleaming 1940 harlow pjc2. Unlike its predecessor the c3 flying bathtub, this looked like a real airplane. The k was a well designed airplane and made good use of the 36 horsepower aeronca e1 engine that had powered the c2 and c3, but the single ignition e1c could be. Aeronca was noted for producing light sidebyside twoseat touring aircraft since the introduction of the aeronca c 2 in 1929. I thought a l6scale version of the c2, c3, or 100 would be too big.
The 1930 singleplace c2 was aeroncas first production airplane. Powered by a dualignition aeronca e1c engine, the model k scout brought the aeronca design up to modern aviation standards. The aeronca aviators club welcomes all owners, pilots and enthusiasts of. Aeronca aircraft corp c2 pc2 scout jean roche, an air service engineer at dayton, ohio saw a need for an affordable and reliable light aircraft. The crosssection of the metal fuselage truss is triangular, a design feature which can be traced all the way back to the earliest aeronca c 2 design of the late 1920s. Charles lindbergh poses next to the plane that he flew over the atlantic and into the history books. The aeronca c3 was an outgrowth of an earlier aeronca model, the c2 scout. It was donated to the museum in 1948 by aeronca and was restored in 1976. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. A perfect first scale project thats easy to build and fly.
Champ, chief, l16, l3, c2, c3, champion, and all other aeronca model aircraft. Aeroncas seemed to bring out the sporting side of their owners, and the possibilities suggested themselves. Only four c 2 ns were built and our example, nc89, is one of just two remaining. Deluxe sporting aircraft, powered by a 36hp 27kw aeronca e112 or e3a piston engine. The aeronca c1 cadet was a high performance version of the aeronca c2. Despite the obvious limitations of its 26hp engine, specifically designed for use in the companys light aircraft, performance was said to be good. Aeronca c2 singleseat light sporting aircraft, powered by a 26hp 19kw aeronca e107a piston engine. The aeronca c2 is an american ultralight monoplane designed by jean a.
The credits are a way to recognize work done with the plans, may be scanning, tracing, cleaning, restoring, scaling the aeronca c 1 scout model airplane plan. Aeronca c1 scout oz5749 by al wolsky from flying models 1978. The 11bc model, introduced in 1947, upgraded the engine to a continental c858f of 85 horsepower 63 kw. Aeronca c2 deluxe improved version, with a wider fuselage and a number of design improvements. Aeronca, contracted from aeron autical c orporation of a merica, located in middletown, ohio, is a usmanufacturer of engine components and airframe structures for commercial aviation and the defense industry.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This version upgraded the engine to a continental c85, and featured a nobounce version of the main landing gear. Powered by a tiny twocylinder engine, the aeronca c2 debuted in 1929. Aeronca model k scout specifications technical data. Aeronca c2 standard, c2 scout, pc2, approved august, 1930, approved under aircraft specification a351 one place, 26hp aeronca e107a engine aeronca c2n, approved august 29, 1931 under aircraft specification a448. The aeronca aviators club welcomes all owners, pilots and enthusiasts of these fine aircraft. Aeronca c3 collegian the aeronca c3s, nicknamed the flying bathtub, were manufactured from 1931 to 1937. Paul matt individual 3view drawings wind canyon books. Despite its low power, the c2 was a capable aircraft and its. Warrior maven provides substantial, militaryspecific content covering weapons, emerging or nextgeneration technologies and strategic issues of relevance to the military. It is the first prototype of the aeronca c2 and bears the registration nx626n. Of 164 c2s sold in 1930 and 31, just 15 or so are still aroundthe or so covering the ones in.
The aeronca model 11 chief is a development of the prewar aeronca model k scout and was developed together with the aeronca model 7 champion. Aeronca c2 singleseat ultralight monoplane skytamer. However, when the aeronca c2 arrived at rockcliffe in january 1967,its diminutive size and unusual design aroused the interest of the rcaf pilots who were preparing to fly some of the museum. Meanwhile, many privately owned aeronca c2 and c3 aircraft were setting an impressive number of records in the class c4th category, a division established by the national aeronautic association n. The aeronca c2, powered by a tiny twocylinder engine, debuted in 1929.
The strutbraced wings of the champ are, like the fuselage and tail surfaces, fabriccovered, and use aluminum ribs. Of 164 c2s sold in 1930 and 31, just 15 or so are still aroundthe or so covering the ones in pieces. We strive to be the premier research library for all things aeronca. The latter was propelled by 50hp franklin or lycoming engine options.
Drawing paul matt aeronca c3 master rc sport flyer store. Based on the 7ccm with an increased gross weight, 773 built. Aeronca c 2 standard, c 2 scout, pc 2, approved august, 1930, approved under aircraft specification a351 one place, 26hp aeronca e107a engine aeronca c 2 n, approved august 29, 1931 under aircraft specification a448. In 1956, many l16s were transferred to the united states civil air patrol. Also, aeronca built a basic strippeddown version of the 11ac called the scout, a trainer aircraft. It was flying at its most basicthe pilot sat on a bare plywood board. Rather, the postwar 11ac chief was designed in tandem with the 7ac champion champthe chief with sidebyside seating and yoke controls, and the champ with tandem seating and joystick controls. The 65series is currently the most abundant version. Aeronca c1 scout plans download model airplane news by. The c2n is a development of the c2 using a slightly more powerful engine. A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or. The 11bc model, introduced in 1947, upgraded the engine to a continental c 858f of 85 horsepower 63 kw. In 1924, 1n conjunction with john dohse and harold morehouse he designed a small, basic singleseat monoplane powered by a twocylinder wrightmorehouse engine.
These served with the united states air force, army, and national guard. The strutbraced wings of the champ are, like the fuselage and tail surfaces, fabric covered, utilizing aluminum ribs. There were around 100 built so it is a rare aircraft that still has full product support. The aeronca museum is a nonprofit 501 c 3 organization. The goal of the aeronca museum is to preserve the knowledge and history of aeronca aircraft in the public trust and keep this information available for future generations. The twoseat aeronca c3 was dubbed the flying bathtub because of its unusual fuselage shape. Aeronca c2 plans aerofred download free model airplane. The aeronca c2 is an american light monoplane designed by jean a. This aeronca c3 was originally owned and flown by the hughes flying service. The aeronca c3 evolved into the aeronca k scout in 1937. It was inexpensive to own and operate using only 3 gallons of fuel per hour. Scale the aeronca c 1 scout plans is supposed to be scaled correctly, a good way to be sure about this it to open it with adobe pdfreader and measure the parts checking if they fit together. The c 2 n is a development of the c 2 using a slightly more powerful engine. It was the first truly light plane to be manufactured in quantity.