# Aeronca 7FC - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2110124 - Manufacturer (registry): AERONCA - Model: 7FC - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 2 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 90 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A-759](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-759) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: American Champion Aircraft Corp. - Registered aircraft: 5 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/aeronca-7fc Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs) Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment. - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2005-24-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-24-10): Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) limitation · American Champion 7AC, 7ACA, 7BCM (Army L-16A) and 21 more. Effective Jan 17, 2006 - [AD 2000-25-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-25-02-R1): Wood Spars · American Champion 11AC, 11BC, 11CC and 27 more. Effective Jul 13, 2001 - [AD 96-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-06): Air Filter Assemblies · Maule Aerospace Technology 7ACA, 7ECA, 7FC and 180 more. Effective Jun 7, 1996 - [AD 79-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-07-02): Batteries · Aircraft Parts & Development A, A-2, A-3 and 149 more. Effective Apr 3, 1979 - [AD 57-20-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-20-01): Fireproof Steering Link Boot · American Champion 7FC - [AD 48-39-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-39-01): Control Stick Rework · American Champion 7AC, 7ACA, 7BCM (Army L-16A) and 19 more - [AD 48-08-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-08-02): Cleveland Wheels · American Champion 11AC, 11BC, 11CC and 33 more Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 2000-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-25-02) (historical): Wood Wing Spars · American Champion 11AC, 11BC, 11CC and 15 more. Effective Jan 19, 2001 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (4) - [SAIB CE-18-20](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-18-20): Electrical Power. Issued Jul 12, 2018 - [SAIB CE-13-40](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-13-40): Flight Compartment. Issued Jul 12, 2013 - [SAIB CE-09-20](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-09-20): Equipment - Furnishings. Issued Mar 20, 2009 - [SAIB CE-07-45](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-07-45): Flight Controls. Issued Aug 24, 2007 ## Registered aircraft (5) - [N7541B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7541B): [Westfall James H](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WESTFALL%20JAMES%20H), [Bend, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Bend), S/N 7FC-44 - [N9085B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9085B): [Mccallister Nicole Kathleen](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCCALLISTER%20NICOLE%20KATHLEEN), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), S/N 7FC-168 - [N9884B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9884B): [Jackson, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Jackson), built 1958, S/N 7FC-204, Registration pending, pending cancellation - [N9890B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9890B): [Schoettmer Thomas C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHOETTMER%20THOMAS%20C), [Greensburg, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Greensburg), built 1958, S/N 7FC-210 - [N9NW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9NW): [Ghafouri Carly](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GHAFOURI%20CARLY), [Murrieta, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Murrieta), built 1958, S/N 7FC-257 ## STCs approved for it (126, first 50) - [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc. - [STC SA00079NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00079NY): Installation 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 Corporation - [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector.. Alcor LLC - [STC SA00165BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00165BO): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Datalink Coupler, part number 700-00015-000 per Avidyne Corporation Master Document List, Document No. AVACP-006 dtd 1/2/93 or later FAA-approved revisions.. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00215NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00215NY): Installation of CAVU Model AM100 AVMIX engine fuel/air mixture setting system.. CAVU Products Limited - [STC SA00232SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00232SE): Installation of vortex generators on the wings and tail surfaces.. Micro AeroDynamics Inc - [STC SA00279LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00279LA): Installation of Ameri-King AK-950 Global Positioning System Navigation Switching/Annunciator Panel and Associated Equipment. Ameri-King Corporation - [STC SA00344BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00344BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights.. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA00382BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00382BO): Installation of Globalstar Antenna and Cradle provisions to support a Globalstar GPS-1700 in non-composite airplanes. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00402SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00402SE): Installation of a remote spin-on oil filter adapter. (GC-1B w/Lycoming or Cont 360 engine installed). Aviation Development Corporation - [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric.. Aviation Products Systems Inc. - [STC SA00527SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00527SE): Installation of Inspection Covers over the wing front spar. Ronald S. Piercy dba Rainbow Flying Service - [STC SA00780SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00780SE): Installation of the True Lock Safety Retention Axle Lock Nut System. True Lock LLC - [STC SA00823SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00823SE): Fabrication and Installation of Rainbow Flying Service front and rear wing spars and modified wing ribs. Rainbow Flying Service - [STC SA00860SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00860SE): Installation of Rainbow Flying Service fuselage formers.. Rainbow Flying Service - [STC SA01015SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01015SE): Installation of eligible Alaska Bushwheel, Inc. wheels and TSO-C62d tires. ABI LLC - [STC SA01026SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01026SE): Improved fuel gascolator assembly.. Steve's Aircraft - [STC SA01089SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01089SE): Improved replacement floor boards.. Rainbow Flying Service - [STC SA01158WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01158WI): Installation of Aero Enhancements UV250-1 Supplemental Instrument Panel Lightning System.. Aero Enhancements Inc. - [STC SA01233SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01233SE): Fabrication and installation of Alaskan Bushwheel LLC tail wheel and fork assembly. ABI, LLC - [STC SA01240SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01240SE): Installation of secondary voltage indication system. Visual Instruments LLC - [STC SA01669CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01669CH): Installation of Challenger Reusable Air Filter. Challenger Aviation Products Inc. - [STC SA01750CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01750CH): Installation of Swing Type Engine Mount per Air-Energy Service, Inc. installation instructions AESI D1018, Rev A dtd 7/31/2001 or later FAA approved revisions.. Classic Aircraft Services Inc - [STC SA01765SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01765SE): Installation of Alaskan Bushwheel TSO-C26d wheels, Part Number (P/N) ABI-1010. ABI, LLC - [STC SA01768SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01768SE): Installation of an oil cooler system.. Steve's Aircraft - [STC SA01944CH (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01944CH%20(1%20OF%202)): Modify airplane to fly on unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index, per ASTM Specification D-439 or D-4818 of any volatility class, A through E, or 82UL AVGAS per ASTM D-6227.. Experimental Aircraft Association Inc. - [STC SA01988SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01988SE): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) MVP-50P.. Electronics International Inc. - [STC SA02033AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02033AT): Modification to install an air-oil separator to prevent oil from being aspirated from the engine breather line.. M-20 Oil Separators LLC - [STC SA02110CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02110CH): Installation of a Time Trac Data Recorder. P2 Incorporated - [STC SA02212AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02212AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with high intensity discharge (HID) lighting systems. Seaplanes North LLC - [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA02283SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02283SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In Flight Data) CGR-30P. Electronics International Inc. - [STC SA02283SE PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02283SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In Flight Data) CGR-30P. Electronics International Inc. - [STC SA02295SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02295SE): Installation of an alternate method of fastening aluminum wing ribs to wood spars. Rainbow Flying Service LLC - [STC SA02402SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02402SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) CGR-30C. Electronics International Inc. - [STC SA02428AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428AK): Installation of a hydraulically actuated ski drag assembly. Northern Airframes LLC - [STC SA02428SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428SE): Installation of an Air Stream Switch for an electric time recording device on non-pressurized aircraft. Henry F Rogers/David E Polley - [STC SA02442AK PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02442AK%20PAGE%201): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 2000/2500 ADS-B system. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [STC SA02444AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02444AK): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed. ADS-B Technologies LLC - [STC SA02520AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02520AT): Installation of M-20 Oil Separator, model 600-WP.. M-20 Oil Separators LLC - [STC SA02529AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02529AK): Installation of the GSD Landing Gear System, Aeronca/American Champion 7 & 11 series airplanes. Mr. Ernie Broten - [STC SA02553AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02553AK): Fabrication and installation of a Tail Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampener. Keller Engineering Group LLC - [STC SA02576AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02576AK): Installation of Cleveland and ABI, LLC Wheel and Brake Kits. ABI LLC - [STC SA02658SE (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE%20(1%20OF%202)): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc. - [STC SA02825NY PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02825NY%20PAGE%201): Installation of Aerospace Logic Aircraft Instruments. Aerospace Logic Inc. - [STC SA02987CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02987CH): Installation of the Electroair Electronic Ignition System. Electroair Acquisition Corporation - [STC SA03898NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03898NY): Installation and maintenance of ORATEX covering and coating material. Aircraft Design & Certification Ltd - [STC SA04032CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04032CH): Install rocker switch assemblies. Electroair Acquisition Corporation All 126: https://openairdocs.org/model/aeronca-7fc/stcs.md ## NTSB investigations (16) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB WPR26LA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA165), Apr 17, 2026: Aeronca 7FC (N7541B), Bend, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing roll. Contributing to the accident was the rotor wash from a nearby helicopter. - [NTSB ERA25LA340](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA340), Sep 2, 2025: Champion 7FC (N9884B), Jackson, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during a touch-and-go landing. - [NTSB ERA19CA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA19CA002), Oct 4, 2018: Champion 7FC (N9855B), Myakka City, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from an obstacle during takeoff. - [NTSB MKC86LA068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC86LA068), Mar 15, 1986: Aeronca 7FC (N9848Y), Lake City, AR, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA70AS032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA70AS032), Feb 8, 1970: Aeronca 7FC (N9057B), Snohomish, WA, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB SEA68F0116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA68F0116-113798), Aug 28, 1967: Champion 7FC (N9886B), Billings, MT, substantial damage - [NTSB CHI67F0480](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI67F0480), Jan 13, 1967: Aeronca 7FC (N7504B), Walbridge, OH, destroyed - [NTSB MKC67F0330](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC67F0330), Dec 3, 1966: Champion 7FC (N9034B), Forest Lake, MN, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB CHI66F0607](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI66F0607), Mar 14, 1966: Champion 7FC (N9890B), Circleville, OH, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC66D0159](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC66D0159), Jul 21, 1965: Champion 7FC (N9863Y), Easton, MD, substantial damage - [NTSB LAX66D0023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX66D0023), Jun 19, 1965: Champion 7FC (N9073B), San Diego, CA, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC66D0111](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC66D0111), Mar 27, 1965: Champion 7FC (N9014B), Laytonsville, MD, substantial damage - [NTSB UNK64X4058](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X4058), Sep 20, 1964: Champion 7FC (N8915R), Humacao, PR, substantial damage - [NTSB UNK64X2729](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X2729), Jul 9, 1964: Champion 7FC (N7501B), Blaine, MN, substantial damage - [NTSB UNK64X1316](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X1316), Apr 14, 1964: Champion 7FC (N7566B), Miamisburg, OH, substantial damage - [NTSB UNK64X1267](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X1267), Apr 11, 1964: Champion 7FC (N7688E), Tortugas, NM, destroyed, 2 fatal ## FAA accident and incident reports (5) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20260417003319A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260417003319A), Apr 17, 2026: Aeronca 7FC (N7541B), Bend, OR, Substantial damage. The pilot reported he experienced a strong veer to the left after landing on runway 16 and the plane ran into the grass between the runway and taxiway bravo.… - [Accident 20250902013209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250902013209A), Sep 2, 2025: Aeronca 7FC (N9884B), Jackson, OH, Substantial damage. On September 2, 2025 at 12:30 EDT, a CH7A lost directional control on rollout landing runway 19 at kjro. The aircraft sustained substantial damage after… - [Accident 20181004019439A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20181004019439A), Oct 4, 2018: Aeronca 7FC (N9855B), Myakka, FL, Substantial damage. On October 04, 2018, at 1405 EST a 1959 Aeronca, model 7FC, N9855B that is registered to [privacy data omitted], hit a concrete column after takeoff rotation… - [Accident 19860315006749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860315006749A), Mar 15, 1986: Bbavia 7FC (N9848Y), Lake City, AR, Substantial damage. Main wheel bogged down on landing roll out on new dirt strip, then nosed over. This was aircrafts home strip. - [Incident 19780316013369I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780316013369I), Mar 16, 1978: Blanca 7FC (N9073B), El Cajon, CA, Minor damage. Pilot advised by tower that the gear did not look right. Stayed in the pattern, then landed. One main collapsed. ## Service difficulty reports (6) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2022FA0000575](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000575), Oct 6, 2022: SPAR. CRACKED. WHILE PERFORMING AN AIRCRAFT PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTION A CRACK WAS FOUND ON THE RIGHT WING SPAR. IT IS LOCATED ON THE BACK SIDE OF THE FRONT SPAR APPROXIMATELY 21 - [SDR 2007FA0000859](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000859), Jul 26, 2007: SPAR. CRACKED. AC WAS BEING MODIFIED TO INCLUDE THE INSTALLATION OF WING SPAR INSPECTION HOLE KIT IAW STC NR SA005278E. A PORTION OF THE WING LEADING EDGE SKIN WAS REMOVED AND - [SDR 2007FA0000714](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000714), Jul 26, 2007: SPAR. CRACKED. AIRCRAFT WAS BEING MODIFIED TO INCLUDE THE INSTALLATION OF WING SPAR INSP HOLE KITS AS SUPPLIED IAW STC NR SA00527SE. A PORTION OF THE WING LEADING EDGE SKIN WA - [SDR Z372003F00001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/Z372003F00001), Oct 1, 2003: IMPULSE COUPLING. BROKEN. PILOT REPORTED LOSS OF POWER ON TAKEOFF, RETURNED TO AIRPORT. AFTER LANDING HE AGAIN CHECKED HIS MAG DROP AND REPORTED HIS LT MAG DROP TO BE ABOUT 300 RPM. FURT - [SDR 2002FA0000246](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000246), Jul 18, 2001: SPAR. DEFECTIVE. CRACK VISIBLE MIDWAY FROM TOP TO BOTTOM OF RIGHT WING FRONT SPAR FROM 44 INCHES INBOARD ALONG SPAR TO APPROXIMATELY 130 INCHES FROM INBOARD. WOOD APPEARS TO BE - [SDR 2001FA0000081](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000081), Jun 25, 2001: SPAR. CRACKED. BOTH FRONT SPARS HAD SEVERE CRACKS AT ATTACH POINTS INTO BUSHINGS. ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Champion 7FC](https://openairdocs.org/model/champion-7fc): 164 registered aircraft, registry code 21101NX - [Champion AERONCA 7FC](https://openairdocs.org/model/champion-aeronca-7fc): 18 registered aircraft, registry code 2110162 --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.