# Champion 7GC

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 21101N2
- Manufacturer (registry): CHAMPION
- Model: 7GC
- 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: 37
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/champion-7gc

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 or SA02658SE). Effective Mar 21, 2022
- [AD 2006-03-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-03-08): Vacuum pumps · Aero Advantage 14-19, 14-19-2, 14-19-3 and 299 more. Effective Mar 10, 2006
- [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 80-21-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-21-06): Muffler Core and Body Assembly · American Champion 7ECA, 7GC, 7GCA and 8 more. Effective Oct 16, 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 77-22-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-22-05): Operating Limitations · American Champion 7ECA, 7GC, 7GCA and 5 more. Effective Nov 7, 1977
- [AD 64-04-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/64-04-03): Air Door Hinge · American Champion 7GC, 7GCA, 7GCB and 3 more. Effective Mar 9, 1964
- [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

## 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 (37)

- [N2127C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2127C): [Rowsey Andrew M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROWSEY%20ANDREW%20M), [Corinth, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Corinth), built 1959, S/N 7GC-50
- [N4831E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4831E): [Hardy John R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HARDY%20JOHN%20R), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), built 1959, S/N 7GC-39
- [N4832E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4832E): [Senn David L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SENN%20DAVID%20L), [Oak Ridge, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Oak%20Ridge), built 1959, S/N 7GC-40
- [N4844E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4844E): [Groves Jamie L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GROVES%20JAMIE%20L), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), built 1959, S/N 7GC-44
- [N4850E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4850E): [Gibson Timothy A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GIBSON%20TIMOTHY%20A), [Frankfort, KY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KY/Frankfort), built 1959, S/N 7GC-47
- [N4866E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4866E): [Collier Charles R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COLLIER%20CHARLES%20R), [Gloucester, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Gloucester), built 1959, S/N 7GC51
- [N4871E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4871E): [Sloss John W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SLOSS%20JOHN%20W), [Sterling, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Sterling), S/N 7GC-76
- [N4876E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4876E): [Farrell Clifton S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FARRELL%20CLIFTON%20S), [Needville, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Needville), built 1959, S/N 7GC-55
- [N4879E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4879E): [Pappas William B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PAPPAS%20WILLIAM%20B), [Dallas, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Dallas), built 1959, S/N 7GC56
- [N4882E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4882E): [Walker Ray A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WALKER%20RAY%20A), [Sanger, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Sanger), built 1959, S/N 7GC-59
- [N4883E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4883E): [Carricaburu Elliot A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CARRICABURU%20ELLIOT%20A), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), S/N 7GC-60
- [N4894E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4894E): [Plyler Aviation Lp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PLYLER%20AVIATION%20LP), [Sherman, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Sherman), built 1959, S/N 7GC-68
- [N49DT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N49DT): [Clark Coy A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLARK%20COY%20A), [Raeford, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Raeford), built 1957, S/N 7FC-117
- [N5923L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5923L): [Kane Christopher M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KANE%20CHRISTOPHER%20M), [Sacred Heart, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Sacred%20Heart), S/N 7GC-80
- [N597GC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N597GC): [Ag-Av8r Flying Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AG-AV8R%20FLYING%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Brookline, NH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NH/Brookline), built 1959, S/N 7GC-72
- [N621E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N621E): [Hofstetter Michael T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOFSTETTER%20MICHAEL%20T), [Saint James, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Saint%20James), S/N 7-GC-46
- [N650GS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N650GS): [Diebel Darrel L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DIEBEL%20DARREL%20L), [Okanogan, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Okanogan), built 1958, S/N 7GC91
- [N7411B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7411B): [Wilcox Stacy S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILCOX%20STACY%20S), [Parker, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Parker), built 1956, S/N 7EC-443
- [N7572E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7572E): [Nibbe Douglas L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NIBBE%20DOUGLAS%20L), [Saint James, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Saint%20James), built 1958, S/N 7GC-15
- [N7574E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7574E): [Walpierre LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WALPIERRE%20LLC), [Indiana, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Indiana), built 1958, S/N 7GC-17
- [N7587E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7587E): [Broderick William E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRODERICK%20WILLIAM%20E), [Sterling, MA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MA/Sterling), built 1958, S/N 7GC-19
- [N7591E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7591E): [Young Carl J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/YOUNG%20CARL%20J), [Lubbock, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Lubbock), built 1958, S/N 7GC-24
- [N7595E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7595E): [Flynn Andrew L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLYNN%20ANDREW%20L), [La Grande, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/La%20Grande), built 1958, S/N 7GC-29
- [N777UF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N777UF): [Taylor Douglas M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TAYLOR%20DOUGLAS%20M), [Dallas, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Dallas), built 1960, S/N 166
- [N836Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N836Z): S/N 138
- [N848X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N848X): [Anderson Charles E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ANDERSON%20CHARLES%20E), [Fort Worth, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Fort%20Worth), built 1959, S/N 7GC58
- [N8502E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8502E): [Jones Derick](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JONES%20DERICK), [Moultonborough, NH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NH/Moultonborough), S/N 7GC-71
- [N8507E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8507E): [Rifenburg Brian K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RIFENBURG%20BRIAN%20K), [Ward Cove, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Ward%20Cove), S/N 7GC-75
- [N8547E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8547E): [Carpenter Lionel Lee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CARPENTER%20LIONEL%20LEE), [South Fork, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/South%20Fork), built 1959, S/N 7GC-98
- [N8549E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8549E): [Drageset Denvero](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DRAGESET%20DENVERO), [Isabel, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Isabel), S/N 7GC-99
- [N8578E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8578E): [Damrow L Bruce](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAMROW%20L%20BRUCE), [Jay Em, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Jay%20Em), built 1959, S/N 7GC-132
- [N8924R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8924R): [Machler Lance J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MACHLER%20LANCE%20J), [Murphys, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Murphys), built 1959, S/N 152
- [N8933R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8933R): [Thrall Gregory D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THRALL%20GREGORY%20D), [Seward, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Seward), built 1959, S/N 7GC-159
- [N8947R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8947R): [Upton Chris M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/UPTON%20CHRIS%20M), [Hettinger, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Hettinger), built 1960, S/N 7GC163
- [N8948R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8948R): [Whomble Leonard L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHOMBLE%20LEONARD%20L), [Wray, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Wray), built 1960, S/N 7GC-164
- [N8949R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8949R): [Morten Jesse L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MORTEN%20JESSE%20L), [Larimore, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Larimore), built 1960, S/N 7GC-165
- [N9127R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9127R): built 1958, S/N 7GC-14

## NTSB investigations (44)

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 CEN26LA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA002), Oct 1, 2025: Champion 7GC (N621E), Haskell, OK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s excessive braking during the landing roll, which resulted in a nose over. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s lack of experience with the recently installed brakes and tundra…
- [NTSB GAA18CA442](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA18CA442), Jul 14, 2018: Champion 7GC (N2127C), Warren, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing.
- [NTSB ANC18LA030](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC18LA030), Mar 26, 2018: Champion 7GC (N4844E), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing with a crosswind, which resulted in a loss of control and failure of the main landing gear. Contributing to the accident was the…
- [NTSB GAA18CA025](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA18CA025), Oct 21, 2017: Champion 7GC (N7589E), Gerlach, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's incorrect pitch control during the landing roll in shifting wind conditions, which resulted in a nose-over.
- [NTSB GAA16CA486](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA486), Sep 4, 2016: Champion 7GC (N4831E), Palmer, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection and failure to assess the airplane’s fuel quantity before departure, which resulted in fuel exhaustion.
- [NTSB WPR12CA397](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA397), Sep 3, 2012: Champion 7GC (N61819), Spanish Fork, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll.
- [NTSB WPR12LA200](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA200), May 12, 2012: Champion 7GC (N4861E), Rexburg, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: A decrease in indicated oil pressure while maneuvering at low altitude for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded…
- [NTSB ANC04LA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC04LA041), Apr 19, 2004: Champion 7GC (N8529E), Wasilla, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor's inadequate supervision of the student pilot which resulted in a loss of directional control during the takeoff roll, and subsequent collision with a ditch. A factor…
- [NTSB DEN03LA091](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN03LA091), May 30, 2003: Champion 7GC (N5923L), Casper, WY, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the aircraft during the landing. Contributing factors include the inadequate remedial action by the pilot and the pilot's lack of experience in…
- [NTSB FTW95LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA171), Apr 15, 1995: Champion 7GC (N4842E), Paragould, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE STUDENT PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL, RESULTING IN AN INADVERTENT GROUNDLOOP. A FACTOR WAS THE INSTRUCTOR'S INADEQUATE SUPERVISION.
- [NTSB SEA93LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA93LA131), Jun 14, 1993: Champion 7GC (N8947R), Gillette, WY, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT IN COMMAND'S NOT MAINTAINING DIRECTIONAL CONTROL AND THE OVERLOAD OF THE LEFT MAIN LANDING GEAR. A FACTOR CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF EXPERIENCE IN CONVENTIONALLY…
- [NTSB ANC87LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC87LA133), Aug 24, 1987: Champion 7GC (N8507E), Central, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC82DAG40](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC82DAG40), Aug 4, 1982: Aeronca 7GC (N8933R), Tyonek, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC79FA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC79FA092), Sep 14, 1979: Bellanca 7GC (N7676E), Cooper Landing, AK, substantial damage, 1 fatal
- [NTSB SEA77DYM36](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA77DYM36), May 30, 1977: Champion 7GC (N8933R), Grande Ronde, OR, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC76DAH23](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC76DAH23), Jun 15, 1976: Champion 7GC (N7589E), Dillingham, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN76AD020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN76AD020), Oct 23, 1975: Champion 7GC (N8547E), Lordsburg, NM, destroyed, 2 fatal
- [NTSB MKC76AK021](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC76AK021), Sep 28, 1975: Bellanca 7GC (N8971R), Garrison, MN, destroyed, 2 fatal
- [NTSB ANC75DAG45](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC75DAG45), Oct 3, 1974: Champion 7GC (N8529E), Chitina, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA75AS012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA75AS012), Aug 31, 1974: Champion 7GC (N8092E), Florence, MT, destroyed, 2 fatal
- [NTSB ANC75DAG46](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC75DAG46), Jul 26, 1974: Champion 7GC (N4831E), Wasilla, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC74DAH04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC74DAH04), May 28, 1974: Champion 7GC-5 (N7530E), Cordova, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN74DQA08](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN74DQA08), Jul 21, 1973: Champion 7GC (N8547E), Albuquerque, NM, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK73X0105](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK73X0105), Jan 14, 1973: Champion 7GC (N4832E), Claremont, NH, incident, minor damage
- [NTSB FTW73DRJ20](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW73DRJ20), Nov 4, 1972: Champion 7GCB (N8523E), Lak Providence, LA, destroyed
- [NTSB ANC73AA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC73AA020), Sep 15, 1972: Champion 7GC (N7573E), Gakona, AK, destroyed, 3 fatal
- [NTSB ANC72DAG39](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC72DAG39), Sep 1, 1971: Champion 7GC (N7676E), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC72DER11](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC72DER11), Aug 2, 1971: Champion 7GC (N8578E), Hibbing, MN, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC71DAG73](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC71DAG73), Mar 23, 1971: Champion 7GC (N7676E), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC71DAD02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC71DAD02), Aug 21, 1970: Champion 7GC (N8529E), Yakutat, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC71DCD07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC71DCD07), Jul 12, 1970: Aeronca 7GC (N7535E), Cresco, IA, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC70DAA02](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC70DAA02), Feb 22, 1970: Champion 7GC (N4871E), Fairbanks, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC70D0026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC70D0026), Jul 23, 1969: Champion 7GC (N7676E), Palmer, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC68D0068](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC68D0068), Nov 12, 1967: Aeronca 7GC (N4883E), Willow, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN68F0040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN68F0040), Aug 1, 1967: Champion 7GC (N8547E), Albuquerque, NM, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW68D0116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW68D0116), Jul 19, 1967: Aeronca 7GC (N4844E), Imperial, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC68F0035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC68F0035), Jun 22, 1967: Champion 7GC (N4867E), Montevideo, MN, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC68D0023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC68D0023-201126), Jun 13, 1967: Champion 7GC (N4892E), Sturgis, SD, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN67F0093](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN67F0093), Aug 29, 1966: Champion 7GC (N7590E), Heber, UT, substantial damage, 1 fatal
- [NTSB ANC67D0040](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC67D0040), Aug 5, 1966: Aeronca 7GC (N4883E), Sterling, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW66F0286](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW66F0286), Sep 8, 1965: Champion 7GC (N8523E), Shreveport, LA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC66F0239](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC66F0239), Aug 15, 1965: Champion 7GC (N8972R), Silver Bay, MN, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK64X1965](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X1965), May 26, 1964: Champion 7GC (N8092E), Collegeport, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK64X0110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X0110), Jan 1, 1964: Champion 7GC (N8933R), Ft Collins, CO, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (34)

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 20251001016759A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20251001016759A), Oct 1, 2025: Champion 7GC (N621E), Haskell, OK, Substantial damage. On 10/01/2025 at approximately 12:45 p.m. the aircraft was returning from harrison, ar to make a full-stop landing at Haskell, OK 2K9 Haskell Airport; being…
- [Accident 20180714011169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180714011169A), Jul 14, 2018: Champion 7GC (N2127C), Warren, AR, Substantial damage. Airman was attempting to land a Champion 7GC, N2127C July 14, 2018. Aircraft crashed on landing at Warren municipal airport (3M9). After inspection of aircraft…
- [Accident 20180325010199A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180325010199A), Mar 25, 2018: Champion 7GC (N4844E), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. Pilot in command (PIC) interview notes: 1) PIC pulled weather information for the intended flight prior to takeoff. 2)PIC stated weather was not a factor in…
- [Accident 20171021024109A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20171021024109A), Oct 21, 2017: Champion 7GC (N7589E), Gerlach, NV, Substantial damage. Block 16: in 2009, the O-290-D2B series engine was removed and the O-320-B2B series engine was installed. Block 25: winds was reported as a 15-20 knots…
- [Accident 20160903023959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160903023959A), Sep 3, 2016: Champion 7GC (N4831E), Palmer, AK, Substantial damage. Pilot reported that he lost power/engine quit approx 5 min after takeoff at 500FT altitude. Made emergency landing into hay field. Landed hard, gear collapsed…
- [Accident 20120903017909A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120903017909A), Sep 3, 2012: Champion 7GC (N61819), Spanish Fork, UT, Substantial damage. The pilot had not flown conventional gear for an extended period of time. The pilot became current and then gave the aircraft owner and then his son a ride.…
- [Accident 20120511008329A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120511008329A), May 11, 2012: Champion 7GC (N4861E), Rexburg, ID, Substantial damage. After a low power descent and adding in power, the oil pressure did not increase into the normal range. The pressure available began dropping further, so the…
- [Incident 20091114022709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20091114022709I), Nov 14, 2009: Bbavia 7GC (N7574E), Indiana, PA, Minor damage. Pilot stated: "practicing landings on runway 10, in order to gain experience in m/m/s. it was bumpy. Upon landing on runway 10, aircraft departed the runway…
- [Accident 20040418018219A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040418018219A), Apr 18, 2004: Bbavia 7GC (N8529E), Wasilla, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) By definition the pilot a "student" is not competent see item 43.
- [Accident 20030530010509A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030530010509A), May 30, 2003: Bbavia 7GC (N5923L), Casper, WY, Substantial damage. (-23) During landing rollout the aircraft was substantially damaged when the pilot lost control and the aircraft ground looped.
- [Incident 19970414010479I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970414010479I), Apr 14, 1997: Bbavia 7GC (N8549E), Reno, NV, Minor damage. Narrative: during landing, pin in tailwheel sheared. Tailwheel shimmy induced loss of control. Scraped right wingtip on runway. Investigation found pilot not…
- [Incident 19961208044879I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961208044879I), Dec 8, 1996: Bbavia 7GC (N777UF), TX, Minor damage. Narrative: airman attempted to water taxi an aircraft with a 1" hole in the left float, number 1 section. Aircraft flipped inverted into the lake as power was…
- [Accident 19950415048889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950415048889A), Apr 15, 1995: Bbavia 7GC (N4842E), Paragould, AR, Substantial damage. (-16) Instructor allowed student pilot to ground loop aircraft during takeoff.
- [Accident 19930614017849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930614017849A), Jun 14, 1993: Bbavia 7GC (N8947R), Gillette, WY, Substantial damage. Lost directional control on landing over controlled swerve. Turned sharply. Collapsed left main. Unskilled in type.
- [Incident 19910831045819I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910831045819I), Aug 31, 1991: Bbavia 7GC (N4831E), Beluga, AK, Minor damage. After landing on a road pilot lost control of aircraft. Went off road and nosed over.
- [Incident 19870831063679I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870831063679I), Aug 31, 1987: Bbavia 7GC (N4831E), Big Lake, AK, Minor damage. The right main gear collapsed on rollout oleo strut was not connected at the threaded joints.
- [Accident 19870824049079A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870824049079A), Aug 24, 1987: Bbavia 7GC (N8507E), Central, AK, Substantial damage. The aircraft bounced on landing and came down hard on the nose and propeller. Strong, gusty crosswinds.
- [Incident 19870619047149I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870619047149I), Jun 19, 1987: Bbavia 7GC (N4883E), Big Lake, AK, Minor damage. Engine RPM dropped, applied carb heat and engine quit. Float equipped aircraft landed on a lake, struck stump, sank
- [Incident 19830626048369I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830626048369I), Jun 26, 1983: Bbavia 7GC (N8947R), Gillette, WY. Engine failure en route. Made it to an airport. Exhaust valve head separated in #3 cylinder. Damaged other cylinder
- [Accident 19830313007299A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830313007299A), Mar 13, 1983: Bbavia 7GC (N8949R), Northome, MN, Substantial damage. Encountered freezing rain. Elected to land at nearby airport. Struck a snowridge landing on a closed runway.
- [Accident 19820804034819A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820804034819A), Aug 4, 1982: Bbavia 7GC (N8933R), Tyonek, AK, Substantial damage. Flew into water while making a 180 degree turn after encountering ground fog.
- [Accident 19790914029929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790914029929A), Sep 14, 1979: Blanca 7GC (N7676E), Cooper Landing, AK, Destroyed. Pilot was circling near hunters. Hit downdraft and flew into trees.
- [Incident 19790422024679I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790422024679I), Apr 22, 1979: Blanca 7GC (N8949R), Bayard, NE, Minor damage. Nosed over after landing in a field hit soft spot while taxiing.
- [Accident 19770530015499A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770530015499A), May 30, 1977: Blanca 7GC (N8933R), Grande Ronde, OR, Substantial damage. Lndd on rt side to avoid ditch on left. Collided with stump,cont off r side,nosed over.
- [Accident 19760823041219A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19760823041219A), Aug 23, 1976: Blanca 7GC (N7530E), AK, Destroyed
- [Accident 19760615017399A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19760615017399A), Jun 15, 1976: Blanca 7GC (N7589E), Dillingham, AK, Substantial damage. Aileron cables crossed.
- [Accident 19751023037239A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19751023037239A), Oct 23, 1975: Blanca 7GC (N8547E), Lordsburg, NM, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Crosswinds gusting to 50K. Plts 6th attempt to lnd.
- [Accident 19750928041729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750928041729A), Sep 28, 1975: Blanca 7GC (N8971R), Garrison, MN, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Nut missing fm r lift strut attachment bolt. Plt had expd similar problem on l strut. Float eqpd.
- [Accident 19741003033049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19741003033049A), Oct 3, 1974: Blanca 7GC (N8529E), Chitina, AK, Substantial damage. Acft lnd on sandbar. Gr hit ridge of frozen sand.
- [Accident 19740831032839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740831032839A), Aug 31, 1974: Blanca 7GC (N8092E), Florence, MT, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Elk survey flt. Plt lost ctl drg low alt steep turn. Recovery date 9/1/74.
- [Accident 19740726032299A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740726032299A), Jul 26, 1974: Blanca 7GC (N4831E), Wasilla, AK, Substantial damage. Short fld ldg practice.
- [Accident 19740428027159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740428027159A), Apr 28, 1974: Blanca 7GC (N7530E), Cordova, AK, Substantial damage
- [Accident 19730721020909A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730721020909A), Jul 21, 1973: Blanca 7GC (N8547E), Albuquerque, NM, Substantial damage. Ldg gr dmgd.
- [Accident 19730114000559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730114000559A), Jan 14, 1973: Blanca 7GC (N4832E), NH, Substantial damage

## Service difficulty reports (2)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR 2002FA0000528](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000528), Mar 13, 2002: SPAR. CRACKED. WHIN WAS INSPECTED PRIOR TO RECOVER. THIS INSPECTION SHOWED NO CRACKS. WING WAS RECOVERED AND STORED PRIOR TO SINTALLATION. THE WIND BLEW WING AND STORAGE RACK 
- [SDR 95ZZZX3284](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX3284), Jun 1, 1995: VALVE ROD. BROKEN. FUEL SHUT OFF EXTENSION ROD UNIVERSAL JOINT SEPARATED WHILE TURNING FUEL ON. SUSPECT INADEQUATE STRENGTH. HAVE INSPECTED SEVERAL AIRCRAFT AND FOUND THESE UNIVER

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (117, 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 SA800EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA800EA): Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [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 SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd
- [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02576AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02576AK): Installation of Cleveland and ABI, LLC Wheel and Brake Kits. ABI LLC
- [STC SA11137SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11137SC): Installation of Plane-Power ALT-FLX alternator. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA3-214](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-214): Installation of Wipaire Skis Model3000 main skis and Model 1000 tail ski. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services
- [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 SA3-368](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-368): Installation of Wipaire Skis Model A2000A main wheel replacement ski. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services
- [STC SA3-424](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-424): Installation of Wiparie Skis Model CTF-2200 (Acft Skis) (FluiDyne) (Federal) tail ski on airplanes equipped with Scott Model 3000 tail wheel. 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 SA02153AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02153AK): Installation of Burl's Aircraft Rebuild Magnum I tail wheel Penetration ski. Burl's Aircraft Rebuild 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 SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation
- [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 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 SA615EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA615EA): Installation of a Whelen Anti-Collision Strobe Light System as replacement for originally installed anti-collision 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 SA00024NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00024NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K007 on single or multi-engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Lycoming reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less. Airwolf Filter 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 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 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 SA02476AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02476AK): Installation of the Airglas, Inc. LC18-ACA Cargo Pod. Airglas Inc
- [STC SA00780SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00780SE): Installation of the True Lock Safety Retention Axle Lock Nut System. True Lock LLC
- [STC SA4773NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4773NM): Installation of replacement metal leading edge. MILMAN Engineering Inc
- [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 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

All 117: https://openairdocs.org/model/champion-7gc/stcs.md

## The same model under other registry codes

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

- [Champion AERONCA 7GC](https://openairdocs.org/model/champion-aeronca-7gc): 7 registered aircraft, registry code 2110164
- [Aeronca 7GC](https://openairdocs.org/model/aeronca-7gc): 2 registered aircraft, registry code 2110126
- [Champion/Herring 7GC](https://openairdocs.org/model/champion-herring-7gc): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 2110127

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