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Champion 7BCM

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Aircraft model · Fixed wing single engine · Airplane · registry code 21101ML

Manufacturer (registry)
CHAMPION
Model
7BCM
Registry code
21101ML
Registered
19 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 · 23

1945Registered nowDeregistered2026

Airworthiness directives that may apply · 7

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Superseded and historical ADs · 1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 · 19

N2212EFletcher Stephen J · Labelle, FLBuilt 1946 · S/N 7AC-5786N2662EDay Ralph · Jasper, ARBuilt 1946 · S/N 7AC-6244N2814ETranby Todd D · Minot, NDBuilt 1946 · S/N 7AC-6397
See all 19 registered aircraft
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NTSB investigations · 6

Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model.

Defining event, 2008 on

Of 3 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

NTSB GAA17CA374Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportChampion 7BCM · Watertown, SDThe pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.Jun 26, 2017 · N3195C · Substantial damageNTSB ERA16LA172Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportChampion 7BCM · Tyrone, GAA partial loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the engine revealed no anomalies that would have precluded normal operation.Apr 30, 2016 · N7620B · Substantial damageNTSB CEN15FA291Accident · 2 fatalField investigationFinal reportChampion 7BCM · Portland, TXThe pilot’s ostentatious low-altitude aerobatic display, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall/spin when he exceeded the airplane’s critical angle of attack. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s impairment due to alcohol and drugs.Jul 4, 2015 · N10497 · Substantial damageNTSB ATL80FA086Accident · 1 fatalClosedChampion 7BCM · Lake City, SCAug 26, 1980 · N19CF · DestroyedNTSB CHI71FEM75Accident · No injuriesClosedChampion 7BCM · Manistique, MIMay 3, 1971 · N81810 · Substantial damageNTSB UNK64X3157Accident · Minor injuriesClosedAeronca L16 · Buffalo, VAAug 1, 1964 · N2044A · Destroyed
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FAA incident reports · 5

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

Accident 20170626009589AChampion 7BCM · Watertown, SDOn 6/26/17 at 9:30AM local a Champion 7BCM owned bt [privacy data omitted] ground looped the aircraft on roll out after landing during a personal flight. VFR conditions prevailed. As a result of the ground loop, the left spar was cracked and there were no…Jun 26, 2017 · N3195C · Substantial damageAccident 20160430004869AChampion 7BCM · Tyrone, GAOn April 30, 2016 at approximately 1040 EDT, N7620B an Aeronca Champion s/n 7BCM-384 departed Falcon Field (kffc) for recreational flying in the local area. The aircraft was operated under title 14 CFR part 91 by the American airpower heritage flying museum…Apr 30, 2016 · N7620B · Substantial damageIncident 20151107024219IChampion 7BCM · Skwentna, AKAircraft reported inverted in a snow bank-circumstances unknown. AK rcc sent helicopter to scene, picked up pilot and 1 passenger, and transported them both to a hospital; no injuries reported. Extent of damage unknown.**update 11/10/2015 ntsb/banning: minor…Nov 7, 2015 · N3132E · Minor damageAccident 20150704011399AChampion 7BCM · Portland, TXOn July 4, 2015, N10497 a Champion 7BCM, was flying low over a residential area attracting the attention of family members that had gathered on the family's deck, and local residences. According to witness (es), the pilot attempted to do a loop type manuever…Jul 4, 2015 · N10497 · Destroyed · 2 fatalAccident 19800826078209ABbavia 7BCM · Lake City, SCTook off, turned back on climb out buzzed runway, staled on pull up, entered spin. Over gross weight on takeoff.Aug 26, 1980 · N19CF · Destroyed
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Service difficulty reports · 5

SDR 2009FA0000764Spar · crackedDURING THE ANNUAL INSP, A CRACK WAS DISCOVERED IN THE REAR SPAR OF THE LT WING. THE CRACK WAS IN THE CTR OF THE SPAR RUNNING LENGTH WISE LT AND RT OF WHERE THE WING STRUT ATTACHES. (K)Sep 4, 2009 · N8362H · Bbavia 7BCM · Wing SparSDR 2004FA0000544Spar · damagedA LONGITUDINAL CRACK WAS FOUND AT OB AILERON ATTACH FITTING OF THE REAR WOOD SPAR. THE CRACK IS LOCATED ON RT WING REAR SPAR, OB AILERON ATTACH POINT EMANATING FROM LOWER BOLT HOLE ON FORWARD SIDE OF SPAR. THE CRACK WAS FOUND DURING ANNUAL INSP WHILE COMPLINMay 20, 2004 · N59Z · Bbavia 7BCM · Wing SparSDR 98ZZZX3172Socket · crackedAFT CONTROL STICK SOCKET ASSY HORIZONTAL CRACK THROUGH CASTING AT BEARING BOSS ON LEFT SIDE OF CASTING. ITEM FOUND DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION. CONTROL STICK HAD EXCESSIVE AILERON CONTROL PLAN. SUSPECT AREA ABOUT THE BEARING BOSS IS CAST THIN. AILERON LOADS CJun 24, 1998 · N23948 · Bbavia 7BCM · Control Column SectionSDR 96ZZZX2519Crankshaft · failedPROPELLER SEPARATED FROM ENGINE DUE TO CRANKSHAFT FAILURE. INDICATION OF PREVIOUS CRACK AT AREA OF FRACTURE.Apr 24, 1996 · N46AC · Bbavia 7BCM · Reciprocating Engine Power SectionSDR CA960527006Spar · cracked(CAN)ON INSPECTION THE REAR SPAR WAS FOUND FAILED (CRACKED) AT THE RIGHT HAND REAR SPAR ROOT END BISCUIT. IT WAS NOTED TO HAVE FAILED ACROSS THE TOP AT THE SECTION OF THE SPAR THAT IS MILLED OUT TO ACCOMMODATE THE BISCUIT DOUBLERS. SUBMITTER STATES THAT THE AIApr 15, 1996 · Bbavia 7BCM · Wing Spar
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STCs that may be installed · 118

Approved for this model: the STC’s model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. The registry doesn’t record which STCs an aircraft has.

STC SA01233SEFabrication and installation of Alaskan Bushwheel LLC tail wheel and fork assemblyABI, LLCSTC SA04837NYInstallation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lightsAeroLED's Holdings, LLCSTC SA04652CHTo allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specificationSwift Fuels LLC
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The same model under other registry codes

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

Aeronca 7BCM175 registered aircraftRegistry code 2110106Champion AERONCA 7BCM17 registered aircraftRegistry code 2110144Aeronca CHAMPION 7BCM1 registered aircraftRegistry code 0190151
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