# Champion 7BCM - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 21101ML - Manufacturer (registry): CHAMPION - Model: 7BCM - 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: 19 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/champion-7bcm 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 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 47-20-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-01): Gascolator Bowl Cleaning · American Champion 11AC, 7AC and 7BCM (Army L-16A). Effective Mar 18, 1980 - [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 49-11-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-11-02): Wing Attach Fitting · American Champion 11AC, 11BC, 11CC and 4 more - [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Cleveland Wheels · American Champion 11AC, 11BC, 11CC and 33 more Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 2000-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-25-02) (historical): Wood Wing Spars · American Champion 11AC, 11BC, 11CC and 15 more.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 (19) - [N2212E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2212E): [Fletcher Stephen J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLETCHER%20STEPHEN%20J), [Labelle, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Labelle), built 1946, S/N 7AC-5786 - [N2662E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2662E): [Day Ralph](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAY%20RALPH), [Jasper, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Jasper), built 1946, S/N 7AC-6244 - [N2814E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2814E): [Tranby Todd D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TRANBY%20TODD%20D), [Minot, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Minot), built 1946, S/N 7AC-6397 - [N3132E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3132E): [Blue River Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BLUE%20RIVER%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Palmer, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Palmer), S/N 7AC-6729 - [N3195C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3195C): [Darling Jonathan S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DARLING%20JONATHAN%20S), [Pender, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Pender), S/N 7BCM-171 - [N3736E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3736E): [Avila Raul](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AVILA%20RAUL), [Lakeland, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Lakeland), S/N 7BCM-7027 - [N3911A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3911A): [Allen Richard P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ALLEN%20RICHARD%20P), [Southampton, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Southampton), built 1956, S/N 7BCM-452 - [N4015B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4015B): [Fletcher John G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLETCHER%20JOHN%20G), [Diamondhead, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Diamondhead), S/N 7BCM-401 - [N4237E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4237E): [Moffet Donald D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOFFET%20DONALD%20D), [Barney, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Barney), built 1947, S/N 7BCM-244 - [N4295E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4295E): [Kaushagen Luther G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KAUSHAGEN%20LUTHER%20G), [Thief River Falls, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Thief%20River%20Falls), built 1947, S/N 7BCM-420 - [N4955V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4955V): [Sindlinger Lyle J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SINDLINGER%20LYLE%20J), [Puyallup, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Puyallup), built 1947, S/N 47-841 - [N6059V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6059V): [Williams William O](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILLIAMS%20WILLIAM%20O), [Oswego, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Oswego), S/N 7BCM-363 - [N7620B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7620B): [Stancil James T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STANCIL%20JAMES%20T), [Jasper, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Jasper), S/N 7BCM-384 - [N81810](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N81810): [Vintage Combat Aircraft LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VINTAGE%20COMBAT%20AIRCRAFT%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1945, S/N 7AC-433 - [N82567](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N82567): [Dagnon Paul A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAGNON%20PAUL%20A), [Saint Paul, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Saint%20Paul), built 1946, S/N 7AC-1204 - [N84562](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N84562): [Johnson David H](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JOHNSON%20DAVID%20H), [Jasper, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Jasper), built 1946, S/N 7AC-3262 - [N85186](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N85186): [Foley Ward](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FOLEY%20WARD), [Westminster, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Westminster), built 1946, S/N 7AC-3918 - [N85339](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N85339): [Aviators Of Texas LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AVIATORS%20OF%20TEXAS%20LLC), [Georgetown, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Georgetown), S/N 7AC-4078 - [N86428](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N86428): [Azflygal LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AZFLYGAL%20LLC), [Phoenix, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Phoenix), built 1947, S/N 7BCM-417 ## NTSB investigations (6) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB GAA17CA374](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA374), Jun 26, 2017: Champion 7BCM (N3195C), Watertown, SD, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. - [NTSB ERA16LA172](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA16LA172), Apr 30, 2016: Champion 7BCM (N7620B), Tyrone, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A 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… - [NTSB CEN15FA291](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN15FA291), Jul 4, 2015: Champion 7BCM (N10497), Portland, TX, substantial damage, 2 fatal. Probable cause: The 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… - [NTSB ATL80FA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL80FA086), Aug 26, 1980: Champion 7BCM (N19CF), Lake City, SC, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB CHI71FEM75](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI71FEM75), May 3, 1971: Champion 7BCM (N81810), Manistique, MI, substantial damage - [NTSB UNK64X3157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X3157), Aug 1, 1964: Aeronca L16 (N2044A), Buffalo, VA, destroyed ## 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, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20170626009589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170626009589A), Jun 26, 2017: Champion 7BCM (N3195C), Watertown, SD, Substantial damage. On 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… - [Accident 20160430004869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160430004869A), Apr 30, 2016: Champion 7BCM (N7620B), Tyrone, GA, Substantial damage. On 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.… - [Incident 20151107024219I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20151107024219I), Nov 7, 2015: Champion 7BCM (N3132E), Skwentna, AK, Minor damage. Aircraft 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… - [Accident 20150704011399A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150704011399A), Jul 4, 2015: Champion 7BCM (N10497), Portland, TX, Destroyed, 2 fatal. On 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… - [Accident 19800826078209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800826078209A), Aug 26, 1980: Bbavia 7BCM (N19CF), Lake City, SC, Destroyed. Took off, turned back on climb out buzzed runway, staled on pull up, entered spin. Over gross weight on takeoff. ## Service difficulty reports (5) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2009FA0000764](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2009FA0000764), Sep 4, 2009: SPAR. CRACKED. DURING 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 - [SDR 2004FA0000544](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000544), May 20, 2004: SPAR. DAMAGED. A 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 - [SDR 98ZZZX3172](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX3172), Jun 24, 1998: SOCKET. CRACKED. AFT CONTROL STICK SOCKET ASSY HORIZONTAL CRACK THROUGH CASTING AT BEARING BOSS ON LEFT SIDE OF CASTING. ITEM FOUND DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION. CONTROL STICK HAD E - [SDR 96ZZZX2519](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX2519), Apr 24, 1996: CRANKSHAFT. FAILED. PROPELLER SEPARATED FROM ENGINE DUE TO CRANKSHAFT FAILURE. INDICATION OF PREVIOUS CRACK AT AREA OF FRACTURE. - [SDR CA960527006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA960527006), Apr 15, 1996: SPAR. 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 SECT ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (118, first 50) Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has. - [STC SA01233SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01233SE): Fabrication and installation of Alaskan Bushwheel LLC tail wheel and fork assembly. ABI, LLC - [STC SA04837NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04837NY): Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights. AeroLED's Holdings, LLC - [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [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 SA33CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA33CE): If Champion Part Number 7-480 door is installed, remove two of AN 380-2-2 cotter pins and two of AN 393-3 flat head pins as necessarry to remove one door. If American Champion Part Number 7-1265 door is installed, remove quick release pins to remove one door. Weight change --10lb at +21.06 arm. National Aeronca Association - [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC - [STC SA04046CH PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%201): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA7965SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7965SW): Application of fabric and polyurethane finishing system. Shady Aviation LLC - [STC SA01240SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01240SE): Installation of secondary voltage indication system. Visual Instruments LLC - [STC SA03898NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03898NY): Installation and maintenance of ORATEX covering and coating material. Aircraft Design & Certification Ltd - [STC SA02576AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02576AK): Installation of Cleveland and ABI, LLC Wheel and Brake Kits. ABI LLC - [STC SA3-361](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-361): Installation of Wipaire Skis Model C-2200 main and Model CTF-2200 tail wheel skis. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA3-362](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-362): Installation of Wipaire Skis Model C-2200 main and Model CTF-2200 tail wheel skis. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA02987CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02987CH): Installation of the Electroair Electronic Ignition System. Electroair Acquisition Corporation - [STC SA04776NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings Inc - [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 SA01015SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01015SE): Installation of eligible Alaska Bushwheel, Inc. wheels and TSO-C62d tires. ABI LLC - [STC SA02553AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02553AK): Fabrication and installation of a Tail Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampener. Keller Engineering Group LLC - [STC SA220SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA220SO): Tow bar, release mechanism, and safety tow link. Fliegen Works Inc. d/b/a Pacific Aerial Tow Hooks - [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA04205CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04205CH): Installation of Engines and propellers. C William Pancake Jr - [STC SA04301CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04301CH): Attachment of fabric covering and wing leading edge. C William Pancake Jr - [STC SA2710WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2710WE): Installation of carburetor heat box bearings. Del-Air - [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 SA04032CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04032CH): Install rocker switch assemblies. Electroair Acquisition 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 SA04362CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04362CH): Installation of the uAvionix skyBeacon Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA04165NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04165NY): Installation of Latitude Technologies Skynode S200 Satcom system must be performed. Latitude Technologies Corporation - [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 SA3829NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3829NM): Installation and Manufacturing of Aluminum Wing Spars. MILMAN Engineering Inc - [STC ST09176CH-A](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST09176CH-A): Installation of Engines and propellers per C. William Pancake Engine and Propeller Eligibility. C. William Pancake Jr - [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 SA10077SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10077SC): Installation of push-button starter system. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SA00780SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00780SE): Installation of the True Lock Safety Retention Axle Lock Nut System. True Lock LLC - [STC SA2309WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2309WE): Installation of Madras Air Service Part No. 104 wing tips. Madras Air Service - [STC SA4773NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4773NM): Installation of replacement metal leading edge. MILMAN Engineering Inc - [STC SA02566CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02566CH): Installation of the Custom Fiberglass Molding, Inc. (CFMI) Model 1500, 2250-001, or 2250-002 Aircraft Main Landing Gear Skis. Silveraire LLC - [STC SA00860SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00860SE): Installation of Rainbow Flying Service fuselage formers. Rainbow Flying Service - [STC SA01089SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01089SE): Improved replacement floor boards. Rainbow Flying Service - [STC SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric. Aviation Products Systems Inc - [STC SA01768SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01768SE): Installation of an oil cooler system. Steve's Aircraft - [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 SA4305WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4305WE): Installation of GAR-AERO wheel adapters and tundra type tires on the main landing gear. Seaplanes North LLC - [STC SA01669CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01669CH): Installation of Challenger Reusable Air Filter. Challenger Aviation Products 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 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 SA02295SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02295SE): Installation of an alternate method of fastening aluminum wing ribs to wood spars. Rainbow Flying Service LLC - [STC SA01765SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01765SE): Installation of Alaskan Bushwheel TSO-C26d wheels, Part Number (P/N) ABI-1010. ABI, LLC All 118: https://openairdocs.org/model/champion-7bcm/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Aeronca 7BCM](https://openairdocs.org/model/aeronca-7bcm): 175 registered aircraft, registry code 2110106 - [Champion AERONCA 7BCM](https://openairdocs.org/model/champion-aeronca-7bcm): 17 registered aircraft, registry code 2110144 - [Aeronca CHAMPION 7BCM](https://openairdocs.org/model/aeronca-champion-7bcm): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 0190151 --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). 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