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Aeronca 7DC

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Aircraft model · Fixed wing single engine · Airplane · registry code 2110116

Manufacturer (registry)
AERONCA
Model
7DC
Registry code
2110116
Registered
121 aircraft
Type
Fixed wing single engine
Engines
1 · Reciprocating
Seats
2
Weight class
Up to 12,499 lb
Cruise speed
90 mph
Certification
Type certificated
Data sheet
TCDSA-759
Holder
American Champion Aircraft Corp.

Model codes come from the FAA registry’s reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

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Aircraft by year built · 189

1945Registered nowDeregistered2026

Airworthiness directives that may apply · 5

ADs whose products match this airframe model. Each AD’s applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or configuration.

1979In forceSuperseded2026
Superseded and historical ADs · 1
AD 2000-25-02Wood Wing SparsHistoricalEffective Jan 19, 2001 · Replaced by AD 2000-25-02 R1
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Information bulletins that may apply · 4

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Registered aircraft · 121

N1025ERatzin Brendan · Pahrump, NVBuilt 1946 · S/N 7AC-4576N1026ELampros James C · Salem, ORBuilt 1946 · S/N 7AC-4577N10314Sweitzers Fencing Co · Felton, PABuilt 1946 · S/N 7AC-5798
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STCs approved for this model · 125

STC SA00068SEInstallation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1)Electronics International Inc.STC SA00079NYInstallation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K008 on single and multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Teledyne Continental reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less.Airwolf Filter CorporationSTC SA00081NYInstallation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector.Alcor LLC
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NTSB investigations · 61

Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.

Defining event, 2008 on

Of 7 cases NTSB coded with a defining event. All defining events

In the probable cause, 2008 on

Findings NTSB made part of the probable cause. A case can have several. All findings

First occurrence, 1982 to 2007

Of 11 cases with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.

NTSB ANC23LA053Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAeronca 7DC · Ninilchik, AKA total loss of engine power due to a shift of a crankshaft main bearing, which resulted in a lack of lubrication and subsequent overheating and failure of the engine crankshaft.Jul 13, 2023 · N83391 · Substantial damageNTSB ANC19LA024Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedFinal reportAeronca 7DC · Nome Creek, AKThe failure of the airplane's structural tubing due to corrosion, which resulted in a tailwheel separation and a subsequent loss of control. Also causal was the mechanic's failure to perform a detailed inspection of the aft fuselage during the most recent…Jun 12, 2019 · N83391 · Substantial damageNTSB GAA18CA018Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportAeronca 7DC · Salinas, CAThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing with a tailwind.Oct 22, 2017 · N83512 · Substantial damage
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FAA incident reports · 48

Matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.

Accident 20230712014669AAeronca 7DC · Ninilchik, AKPilot was returning from homer with a non-certificated passenger. He noticed that his oil pressure was fluctuating, and he was losing power. He stated he knew he couldn't make it to Ninilchik airport and decided to land on the sterling highway. Pilot landed…Jul 12, 2023 · N83391 · Substantial damageIncident 20190616007099IAeronca 7DC · Spokane, WAPilot landed rwy 22R, ground looped, stopped facing east on runway edge and grass. Taxied to the ramp without assistance.Jun 16, 2019 · N83056 · Minor damageAccident 20190612011199AAeronca 7DC · Nome Creek, AKThe pilot landed his aircraft on an area along the Nome Creek in Alaska. On touchdown the tailwheel assembly broke and jammed the tailwheel to the left causing the aircraft to make a sharp right turn and ground loop. The wing contacted the ground and…Jun 12, 2019 · N83391 · Substantial damage
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Service difficulty reports · 2

SDR 2008FA0000324Display · defectivePRIMARY FLIGHT DISPLAY PANEL HAS A MALFUNCTION IN THE COARSE/BAROMETRIC PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT KNOB. THE DESIGN INCORPORATES A DUAL FUNCTION TYPE CONTROL KNOB. THE CENTER KNOB ADJUSTS THE DESIRED NAVIGATIONAL COARSE DISPLAYED ON THE HSI NAV DISPLAY. THE OUTER May 7, 2008 · N555Y · Bbavia 7DC · Instrument PanelSDR CA050504004Interphone · intermittent(CAN) RADIO WAS INTERMITTENT. A 2 PLACE PORTABLE INTERCOM WAS BEING USED. PILOTS RT KNEE WAS RESTING AND PULLING ON THE POWER CABLE. THE POWER CABLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A LIGHTER PLUG ADAPTER. THE PULL ON THE CABLE WOULD CAUSE THE LIGHTER PLUG TO COME LOOSE, WHEApr 24, 2005 · Bbavia 7DC · Interphone/Passenger Announcement (PA) System
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The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

Champion AERONCA 7DC7 registered aircraftRegistry code 2110154Champion 7DC7 registered aircraftRegistry code 21101NB
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