# TCDS A21CE: American Champion Aircraft Corp.

- Type: Type certificate data sheet
- Status: Current
- Holder: American Champion Aircraft Corp.
- Revision: 16
- Revised: January 8, 2013
- Product: Aircraft, Small Airplane
- Certification basis: Part 21, Part 23, Part 36
- Registered aircraft: 1,225, by the registry models matched to it (OpenAirDocs)
- Data sheet PDF: https://openairdocs.org/files/sha256/ab/b0/abb06831755be070da13fe7c291b06cde4b04d3546f52f35fcbdaaeec528a7ab
- FAA DRS: https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/CEDDC4D578C0102D86257AEF006C5BB2.0001
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A21CE

## Models (2)

As the data sheet lists them.

- 8GCBC
- 8KCAB

## What the data sheet says

From the PDF's text layer, line by line; tables lose their columns. The PDF is the record.

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION 
A21CE 
Revision 16 
American Champion 
(Bellanca) 
(Champion) 
8KCAB 
8GCBC 
January 8, 2013 
TYPE CERTIFICATE DATA SHEET NO. A21CE  
 
This data sheet, which is part of Type Certificate No . A21CE, prescribes condi tions and limitations under 
which the product for the which type certificate was issued meets the airworthiness requirements of the 
Federal Aviation Regulations. 
 
Type Certificate Holder:  American Champion Aircraft Corp. 
  P. O. Box 37 
  Rochester, WI 53167 
 
Type Certificate Holder Record: Bellanca Ai rcraft Corporation transferred TC A21CE to 
  Champion Aircraft, Inc. on November 1, 1982 
 
  Champion Aircraft, Inc. transferred TC A21CE to 
  Tetelestai, Inc. on October 11, 1988 
 
  Tetelestai transferred TC A21CE to 
  FRA Enterprises, Inc. on December 27, 1988 
 
  FRA Enterprises, Inc. transferred TC A21CE to 
  American Champion Aircraft on May 30, 1989 
 
I - Model 8KCAB, 2 PCLM (Normal and Acr obatic Category), Approved October 16, 1970  
 
 Engine Lycoming IO-320-E1A or IO- 320-E1B or AEIO-320-E1B or AEIO-320-E2B 
  (IO-320-E1A and IO-320-E1B must be modified per STC SE7CE) 
  (See NOTE 5 for optional engine and applicable limitations) 
  (See NOTE 8 concerning optional  C.G. range and maximum weight) 
  (See NOTE 10 for optional engine and applicable limitations) 
 
 Fuel 80/87 minimum grade aviation gasoline 
 
 Engine Limits For all operations, 2700 r.p.m. (150 hp.) 
  
 Propeller and 
  Propeller Limits 1. (a) Hartzell HC-C2YL-4/C7663-4 or HC-C2YL-4F/FC7663-4 or 
HC-C2YL-4BF/FC7663-4 (Eligible with  all engines except AEIO-320-E2B) 
    Diameter:  not over 72 in., not under 70 in. 
    Pitch setting at 30 in. sta.:  low 11 o, high 20 o 
   (b) Hartzell spinner ass'y 836-52 
   (c) Hartzell propeller governor F6-3A or F6-31 or Woodward D210688 
 
  2. Sensenich 74DM6S8-0 (Eligible with AEIO-320-E2B only) 
   Static rpm. at maximum permissible throttle settings: 
    not over 2450, not under 2200 
    no additional tolerance permitted 
   Diameter:  not over 74 in., not under 73 in. 
 
 Airspeed Limits (CAS) Neve r exceed 180 mph (156 knots) 
  Maximum Structural Cruising 160 mph (139 knots) 
  Maneuvering Normal Category 121 mph (105 knots) 
      Acrobatic Category 130 mph (113 knots) 
 
 C. G. Range Normal Category (+13.5) to (+21.0) at 1800 lbs. 
    (+11.5) to (+21.0) at 1550 lbs. or less 
  Acrobatic Category (+13.5) to (+18.5) at 1800 lbs. 
    (+11.5) to (+18.5) at 1550 lbs. or less 
  Straight line variation between points given 
 
 Empty wt. 
  C. G. Range None 
 
 Maximum Weight 1800 lbs. Normal Category 
  1800 lbs. Acrobatic Category 
 
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 No. of Seats 2 (1 at +14, 1 at +44) 
  2 (1 at +14, 1 at +45) when Front Adjustable Seat is installed. 
 
 Maximum Baggage 100 lbs. (+71) (Normal Category Only) 
 
 Fuel Capacity Wing tanks: 40.0 gal. (+26) 
  Inverted header tank: 1.5 gal. (-13) 
  See NOTE 1 for unusable fuel 
 
 Oil Capacity 10 qt. (-34) 
  See NOTE 1 for undrainable oil 
 
 Control Surface 
  Movements Elevator Up 30 o Down 30 o 
  Elevator Trim Tab Up 19.5 o Down 44 o 
  Ailerons Up 20 o Down 20 o 
  Rudder Right 30 o Left 30 o 
 
 Serial Nos. Eligible 3-70, 4-71, 6-71, 5-72, 7-72 thru 53-72, 54-73 thru 119-73, 120-74 thru 161-74, 
162-75 thru 218-75, 220-75, 221-75, 219-76, 222-76 thru 280-76, 281-77 thru 
357-77, 358-78 thru 456-78, 457-79 thru 576-79, 577-80 thru 642-80, 643-90, 
644-91 and up. 
 
II - Model 8GCBC, 2 PCLM-SM (Normal Category), Approved April 30, 1974  
 2 PCLM, (Restricted Category), Approved May 14, 1975  
 
 Engine Lycoming O-360-C2A, C2E, C1A, C1E, or C1G 
  (See NOTE 9 for optional engine and applicable limitations) 
 
 Fuel 91/96 minimum grade aviation gasoline 
  100/130 may be used 100% of the time. 
 
 Engine Limits For all other operations, 2700 r.p.m. (180 hp.) 
  (See NOTE 6 for additional limitations) 
 
 Propeller and 
  Propeller Limits 1. Propeller (Landplane Only) 
   McCauley 1A200HFA80 (Fixed Pitch) 
   Static rpm. at maximum permissible throttle settings: 
Not over 2350, not under 2100 (for Restricted Category  aircraft utilized for 
chemical dispensing oper ations - not over 2360, not under 2260) No 
additional tolerance  permitted 
   Diameter:  Not over 80 in., not under 79 in. 
Caution:  Avoid operation bet ween 1700 and 2100 rpm during descending 
flight. 
 
  2. Propeller  
 (a) Hartzell HC-C2YR-1BF/F7666A (Constant Speed) or 
  Hartzell HC-C2YK-1BF/F7666A (Constant Speed) 
  Diameter:  Not over 76 in., not under 72 in. 
  Pitch setting at 30 in. sta.:  low 12 o, high 29 o 
 (b) Hartzell spinner ass'y 836-52 
 (c) Woodward Propeller Governor B210776 (replacement for B210681) 
  Woodward Propeller Governor T210761 (for O-360-C1G only) 
  MT Propeller Governor P-860-3 (alternate for T210761) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATF4-4A-1 (alternate for T210761) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATT210761 (alternate for T210761) 
  Placard Required:  "AVO ID 2000-2350 CONTINUOUS OPER." 
 
  3. Propeller  
 (a) Hartzell HC-C3YR-1RF/F7282 (Constant Speed) 
  Diameter:  Not over 72 in., not under 70 in. 
  Pitch setting at 30 in. sta.:  low 9.2 ± 0.1 o, high 30.5 ± 0.5 o 
 (b) Hartzell spinner ass'y 82A2295-1P 
 (c) Woodward Propeller Governor B210776 (replacement for B210681) 
  Woodward Propeller Governor T210761 (for O-360-C1G only) 
  MT Propeller Governor P-860-3 (alternate for T210761)  
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATF4-4A-1 (alternate for T210761) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATT210761 (alternate for T210761) 
 Placard Required:  " AVOID 1950-2350 CONTINUOUS 
     OPER. BELOW 15 IN M.P."

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4. Propeller (Seaplane Only, equipped with EDO 89-2000 floats) 
 McCauley 1A200HFA80 (Fixed Pitch) 
 Static rpm. at maximum permissible throttle settings: 
Not over 2400, not under 2260 No additional tolerance permitted 
 Diameter:  Not over 80 in., not under 79 in. 
Placard Required:  "AVOID  OPERATION BETWEEN 1700 and 
2100 RPM DURING DESCENDING FLIGHT." 
 
  5. Propeller 
   (a) MT-Propeller MTV-15-B/203-58 
    Diameter:  not over 80.25 in., not under 79.75 in. 
    Pitch setting at 30 in. sta.:  low 7.5 +  0.2 o, high 28.0 +  1.0 o 
   (b)  MT spinner ass'y P-271-2 
   (c)  Woodward propeller gover nor B210776 (replacement for B210681) 
    Woodward propeller governor T210761 (for O-360-C1G only) 
  MT Propeller Governor P-860-3 (alternate for T210761) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATF4-4A-1 (alternate for T210761) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATT210761 (alternate for T210761) 
 
  6. Propeller 
   (a) MT-Propeller MTV-9-B/190-18a 
    Diameter:  not over 75 in., not under 74.5 in. 
    Pitch setting at 30 in. sta.:  low 9.0 +  0.2 o, high 28.0 +  1.0 o 
   (b) MT spinner ass'y P-282-1 
   (c)  Woodward propeller gover nor B210776 (replacement for B210681) 
    Woodward propeller governor T210761 (for O-360-C1G only) 
  MT Propeller Governor P-860-3 (alternate for T210761) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATF4-4A-1 (alternate for T210761) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATT210761 (alternate for T210761) 
  
 Airspeed Limits (CAS) Landplane: 
   Normal Category 
Never exceed 162 mph (141 knots) 
Maximum Structural Cruising 130 mph (113 knots) 
Maneuvering 115 mph (100 knots) 
Flaps Extended 100 mph ( 87 knots) 
 
   Restricted Category 
Maximum Operating Speed 120 mph (104 knots) 
Maneuvering 112 mph ( 97 knots) 
 Flaps Extended 100 mph ( 87 knots) 
 
  Seaplane (with EDO 89-2000 floats): 
   Normal Category 
Never exceed 148 mph (129 knots) 
Maximum Structural Cruising 120 mph (104 knots) 
Maneuvering 115 mph (100 knots) 
Flaps Extended 100 mph ( 87 knots) 
 
 C. G. Range Landplane: 
Normal Category and Restricted Category (F erry operation only - see approved AFMS) 
(+14.2) to (+19.2) at 2150 lbs. 
(+10.5) to (+19.2) at 1450 lbs. or less 
Straight line variation between points given 
 
Restricted Category (utilized for dispensing operations) 
(+17.0) to (+19.2) at 2600 lbs. 
(+10.5) to (+19.2) at 1650 lbs. or less 
Straight line variation between points given 
 
  Seaplane (with EDO 89-2000 floats): 
Normal Category 
(+14.2) to (+18.2) at 2150 lbs. 
(+10.5) to (+18.2) at 1675 lbs. or less 
Straight line variation between points given 
 
 Empty wt. 
  C. G. Range None 
 
 Maximum Weight Normal Category Landplane and Seaplane, (and Restricted Category Ferry 
configuration): 2150 lbs. 
 
  Restricted Category (utilized for chem ical dispensing operations): 2600 lbs. 
 
 No. of Seats 2 (1 at +12, 1 at +42) 
2 (1 at +12, 1 at +43) when Front Adjustable Seat is installed.

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 Maximum Baggage 100 lbs. (+69)  
  30 lbs. (+102) Optional extended baggage installation 7-1596 
  (Note:  No baggage permissible on Restri cted Category aircraft during chemical 
dispensing operations). 
 
 Fuel Capacity Landplane:  36 gal. or 72 gal. (two 18 gal. or 36 gal. tanks in wings at +24.50)  
See NOTE 1 for data on unusable fuel. 
 
Seaplane:  36 gal. (two 18 gal. tanks in wings at +24.50)  
See NOTE 1 for data on unusable fuel. 
 
 Oil Capacity 8 qt. (fixed pitch propeller), or 10 qt. (constant speed propeller), at  
  (-36). 
  See NOTE 1 for undrainable oil 
 
 Control Surface 
  Movements Elevator Up 29 o Down 26 o 
Elevator Trim Tab Up 19.5 o Down 45 o 
Ailerons Up 27.5 o Down 19 o 
Rudder Right 25 o Left 25 o 
Flaps Up  0 o Down 28 o 
 
 Serial Nos. Eligible Normal Category: 
1-74 thru 119-74, 120-75 thru 187-75, 188-76 thru 235-76, 236-77 thru 260-77, 
261-78 thru 289-78, 290-79 thru 330-79, 331-80 thru 356-80, 358-80, 360-80, 
357-84, 359-84, 361-91 and up. 
 
Restricted Category: 
129-75, 135-75 and up. 
 
Data Pertinent to All Models  
 
 Datum Wing leading edge 
 
 Leveling Means Drop plumb line from wing leadi ng edge such that plumb line is 12.18 in. (Model 
8KCAB), 10.18 in. (Model 8GCBC) forward of front face of fuselage-strut attach 
fitting. 
 Certification 
   Basis 1) Part 23 of the Federal Av iation Regulations dated February 1, 1965, as 
amended by 23-1 and 23-6 (Normal and Acrobatic Category); and  
  FAR 36, amended thru 39-24, for Model 8KCAB. 
  FAR 36, amended thru 36-9, for Model 8GCBC. 
  FAR 36, amended thru 36-24, for Model 8GCBC with MT-Propeller. 
  Part 21.25 of the Federal Aviation R egulations dated February 1, 1965 (Restricted 
Category), for Model 8GCBC aircraft (S/N 129-75, 135-75 and up). S/N 129-75, 
135-75 and up are eligible for Multiple Airworthiness Certification in the 
Restricted Category when agricultural spra y equipment is installed per Bellanca 
Drawing  
  7-1492. 
 
  2) For model 8GCBC aircraft equipped with an optional Max-Viz Enhanced Vision 
System, the certification basis (see par agraph 1 above), for installation specific 
items only, is amended to include the following regulations at the amendment 
level stated: (effective S/N 505-2008 and subsequent): 
  14 CFR Sections: 23.771, 23.773, 23.777, 23.1309, 23.1311, 23.1351, 23.1357, 
23.1359, 23.1365, 23.1367, 23.1381, 23.1431, 23.1523, 23.1555 through 
amendment 23-59. 
 
  3) The For model 8GCBC aircraft equi pped with an optional Lycoming model IO-
390-A1B6, the certification basis (see par agraph 1 above), for installation specific 
items only, is amended to include the following regulations at the amendment 
level stated: (effective S/N 531-2011 and subsequent): 
  14 CFR Sections: 23.901, 23.903, 23.905, 23.907, 23.929, 23.943, 23.951, 
23.955, 23.991, 23.1011, 23.1017, 23.1023, 23.1041, 23.1043, 23.1047, 23.1091, 
23.1093, 23.1101, 23.1103, 23.1107, 23.1121, 23.1123, 23.1125, 23.1163, 
23.1193, 23.1351, 23.1383, 23.1501, 23.1519, 23.1529, 23.1549, 23.1551, 
23.1557, 23.1581, 23.1583, 23.1585, 23.1587, 23.1689 as amended by 
Amendment 23-59.  14 CFR Part 36 dated December 1, 1969, through amendment 
36-28.

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  4) For model 8KCAB aircraft equipped with an optional Lycoming model AEIO-390-
A1B6 engine, the certification basis (see paragraph 1 above), for installation 
specific items only, is amended to in clude the following regulations at the 
amendment level stated: (effective S/N 1116-2011 and subsequent): 
  14 CFR Sections: 23.21, 23.45, 23.49, 23.51, 23.53, 23.63, 23.65, 23.69, 23.71, 
23.73, 23.75, 23.77, 23.143, 23.145, 23.147, 23.151, 23.153, 23.157, 23.161, 
23.171, 23.173, 23.175, 23.177, 23.181, 23.201, 23.203, 23.207, 23.221, 23.251, 
23.321, 23.331, 23.337, 23.361, 23.363, 23.371, 23.479, 23.481, 23.483, 23.485, 
23.493, 23.865, 23.901, 23.903, 23.905, 23.907, 23.929, 23.943, 23.951, 23.955, 
23.991, 23.1011, 23.1017, 23.1023, 23.1041, 23.1043, 23.1047, 23.1301, 23.1351, 
23.1501, 23.1521, 23.1527, 23.1529, 23.1541, 23.1545, 23.1549, 23.1551, 
23.1557, 23.1581, 23.1583, 23.1585, 23.1587, 23.1689 as amended by 
Amendment 23-62.  14 CFR Part 36 dated December 1, 1969, through amendment 
36-28. 
 
  Application for Type Certificate dated November 16, 1967.  Type Certificate No. 
  A21CE issued October 16, 1970. 
 
 Production 
   Basis American Champion Aircraft Producti on Limitation Record 333CE, dated Dec. 26, 
1995.  Production authorized Oct. 5, 1992 (8KCAB) and June 17, 1993 (8GCBC). 
 
 Equipment The basic required equipment as prescribed in the applicable airworthiness 
regulations (see Certification Basis) must be installed in the aircraft for 
certification.  In addition, the following items are required: 
 
1. FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual  for Model 8KCAB and Model 8GCBC. 
2. Accelerometer (Acrobatic Category Only) per Champion Drawing 7-1422 
(Model 8KCAB). 
3. Stall warning indicator Champion Drawing 4-1401. 
 
NOTE 1. Current weight and balance report, together  with list of equipment included in certificated 
empty weight must be provided for each aircraft at time of original certification.  The 
certificated empty weight and corresponding center  of gravity location must include for Model 
8KCAB, unusable fuel of 4.5 lb. at (-13) in. and 13.5 lb. at (+26) in. and undrainable oil of 5 
lb. at (-34) in., and for Model 8GCBC unusable f uel of 8.4 lb. at (+15.00) in. for 36 gal. 
system or 13 lb. at (+15.00) in. for 72 gal. system and undrainable oil 4 lb. at (-36) Constant 
Speed Propeller Only. 
 
 
NOTE 2. All placards specified in the FAA Approv ed Airplane Flight Manual must be displayed in the 
airplane. 
 
  Flight Manual Applicability  
 
Model  Manual Issue Date  Revision No.  Revision Date  Serial No. Applicability  
8KCAB 
 150 h.p. 
 (C.S & F.P.) 
April 15, 1971 
 
April 14, 1975 
 
 
May 9, 1977 
 
 
Original Issue 
     1 
Original Issue 
     1 
     2 
Original Issue 
     A 
     B 
  ------ 
  8-3-72 
  ------ 
  10-1-75 
  6-2-76 
  ------ 
  8-16-77 
  2-15-78 
3-70 
4-71 thru 174-75 
175-75 thru 221-75 except 219-76 
219-76, 222-76 thru 256-76 
257-76 thru 307-77 
308-77 thru 337-77 
338-77 thru 357-77 
358-78 thru 456-78 except 411-78 
8KCAB 
 180 h.p. 
 
April 7, 1977 
 
Original Issue 
     A 
     B 
  ------ 
  2-15-78 
  8-8-78 
299-77 thru 369-78 
370-78 thru 456-78 
458-79 thru 576-79 
8GCBC April 30, 1974 Original Issue 
     1 
     2 
     3 
     3 
     4 
     5 
  ------ 
  12-26-74 
  10-1-75 
  6-2-76 
  4-7-77 
  2-15-78 
1-74 thru 127-75 
128-75 thru 187-75 
188-76 thru 220-76 
221-76 thru 248-77 
249-77 thru 268-78 
269-78 thru 289-78 
8GCBC 
 (Seaplane) 
September 24, 1974 Original Issue 
     1 
  ------ 
  2-15-78 
129-75, 135-75 thru 268-78 
269-78 thru 289-78 
8GCBC 
 (Agricultural) 
May 12, 1975, 1974 Original Issue 
     1 
  ------ 
  2-15-78 
129-75, 135-75 thru 268-78 
269-78 thru 289-78 
 
 All subsequent airplanes contain an Airplane Flight Manual bearing a serial number effectivity. 
 
 
NOTE 3. Mandatory inspection times for strut attach fittings 3-1691 (8KCAB) and 3-1692 (8GCBC) on 
metal spar winged aircraft must be inspected in  accordance with American Champion Aircraft 
Airworthiness Limitations, dated May 9,  1996 or later FAA approved revision.

NOTE 4. The -5.0g limit load factor (Acrobatic Cat egory) is required due to expected flight loads while 
accomplishing certain approved maneuvers. (Model 8KCAB) 
 
NOTE 5. Optional engine and applicabl e limitations (Model 8KCAB) 
 
 Engine Lycoming AEIO-360-H1A or AEIO-360-H1B 
 
 Fuel 91/96 minimum grade aviation gasoline 
  100/130 may be used 100% of the time. 
 
 Engine Limits For all other operations, 2700 r.p.m. (180 hp.) 
 
 Propeller and 
  Propeller Limits 1. (a) Hartzell HC-C2YR-4CF/FC7666A-2 
    Diameter:  not over 74 in., not under 72 in. 
    Pitch setting at 30 in. sta.:  low 11.0 ± 0.2 o, high 28.0 ± 1.0 o 
   (b) Hartzell spinner ass'y 836-52 
   (c) Woodward propeller governor D210688 (AEIO-360-H1A Engine Only) 
Woodward propeller governor B210988 (AEIO-360-H1B Engine Only) 
  MT Propeller Governor P-880-3 (alternate for B210988) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATF6-58-1 (alternate for B210988) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATB210988 (alternate for B210988) 
   (d) Placard required: "AVOID CONT. RPM 
      2000-2350-ALL OPER. 
       2600-2700 ACRO ONLY." 
 
  2. (a) MT MTV-15-B-C/C188-34 
    Diameter: 74 ± 0.2 in. 
    Pitch setting at 27.75 in. sta.:  low 9.0 ± 0.2 o, high 34.0 ± 1.0 o 
   (b) MT spinner ass'y P-277-A or P-271-2 
   (c) Woodward propeller governor D210688 (AEIO-360-H1A Engine Only) 
Woodward propeller governor B210988 (AEIO-360-H1B Engine Only) 
  MT Propeller Governor P-880-3 (alternate for B210988) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATF6-58-1 (alternate for B210988) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATB210988 (alternate for B210988) 
   (d) Placard required: "AVOID CONT. RPM 
       2600-2700 ACRO ONLY." 
 
  3. (a) MT MTV-9-B-C/C188-18b 
    or MT MTV-9-B-C/C188-18a 
    Diameter: 74 ± 0.2 in. 
    Pitch setting at 26.2 in. sta.:  low 7.0 ± 0.2 o, high 27.0 ± 1.0 o 
   (b) MT spinner ass'y P-208-C or P-282-1 
   (c) Woodward propeller governor D210688 (AEIO-360-H1A Engine Only) 
Woodward propeller governor B210988 (AEIO-360-H1B Engine Only) 
  MT Propeller Governor P-880-3 (alternate for B210988) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATF6-58-1 (alternate for B210988) 
  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATB210988 (alternate for B210988) 
   (d) Placard required: "AVOID CONT. RPM 
       2600-2700 ACRO ONLY." 
 
 
 Airspeed Limits (CAS) Neve r exceed 200 mph (174 knots) 
Maximum Structural Cruising 160 mph (139 knots) 
Maneuvering Normal Category 121 mph (105 knots) 
    Acrobatic Category 130 mph (113 knots) 
 
 C. G. Range (+13.5) to (+18.5) at 1800 lbs. 
 (Normal or Acrobatic) (+11.5) to (+18.5) at 1550 lbs. or less 
  Straight line variation between points given 
 
 
NOTE 6. In order to comply with the requirement s of Part 36 of the Federal Aviation Regulations, 
revised Engine Limits have been established for the Model 8GCBC (S/N 342-80 and up). The 
revised limits are: 
 
 Engine Limits Maximum normal operating power, 2550 r.p.m. (150 hp.) 
For all other operations, 2700 r.p.m. (180 hp.) 
 
 These limiots do not apply to 8GCB C equipped with an MT MTV-15-B/203-58 or 
MTV-9-190-18a propeller. 
 
These limits do not apply to aircraft utilized for dispensing agricultural 
chemicals and fire fighting materials. 
 
 
NOTE 7. Removed

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NOTE 8. The following changes apply to 8KCAB aircraft serial numbers 934-2003 and up and to any 
other 8KCAB (180 hp.) that has 7-1535 wing frames (or 7-1521 covered wing frames), 
extended main gear (gear leg part numbers 4-2038, 4-2035, or 4-2139), and the Approved 
Flight Manual Supplement. 
 
 Airspeed Limits (CAS) Neve r exceed 200 mph (174 knots) 
   Maximum Structural Cruising 160 mph (139 knots) 
   Maneuvering Normal Category 107 mph (93 knots) 
       Acrobatic Category 130 mph (113 knots) 
 C. G. Range Normal Category Operation: 
    (+14.7) to (+18.5) at 1950 lb. 
   (+11.5) to (+18.5) at 1550 lb. or less 
   Acrobatic Category Operation: 
   (+13.5) to (+18.5) at 1800 lb. 
   (+11.5) to (+18.5) at 1550 lb. or less 
   Straight line variation between points given. 
 Maximum Weight 1950 lbs. Normal Category 
   1800 lbs. Acrobatic Category  
 
 
NOTE 9. Optional engine and applicabl e limitations (Model 8GCBC) 
 
 Engine Lycoming IO-390-A1B6 
 
 Fuel 100/100LL minimum grade aviation gasoline 
 
 Engine Limits For all operations, 2700 r.p.m. (210 hp.) 
 
 Propeller and 
  Propeller Limits  (a) MT-Propeller MTV-15-B/203-58 
    Diameter:  not over 80.25 in., not under 79.75 in. 
    Pitch setting at 30 in. sta.:  low 7.5 +  0.2 o, high 28.0 +  1.0 o 
   (b)  MT spinner ass'y P-271-2 
   (c)  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATF4-4A-1 
    Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATT210761 (alternate for ATF4-4A-1) 
  MT Propeller Governor P-860-3 (alternate for ATF4-4A-1) 
  Woodward propeller governor T210761 (alternate for ATF4-4A-1) 
 
 
NOTE 10. Optional engine and applicable limitations  (Model 8KCAB serial numbers 1116-2012 and up).  
Gear leg part number 4-2139 is required. 
 
 Engine Lycoming AEIO-390-A1B6 
 
 Fuel 100/100LL minimum grade aviation gasoline 
 
 Engine Limits For all operations, 2700 r.p.m. (210 hp.) 
 
 Propeller and 
  Propeller Limits  (a) MT-Propeller MTV-15-B-C/C193-25 
    Diameter:  not over 76.25 in., not under 76.75 in. 
    Pitch setting at 28.3 in. sta.:  low 8.0 ± 0.2 o, high 34.0 ± 1.0 o 
   (b)  MT spinner ass'y P-271-2 
   (c)  Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATF6-58-1 
    Aero-Tech Propeller Governor ATB210988 (alternate for ATF6-58-1) 
    MT Propeller Governor P- 880-3 (alternate for ATF6-58-1) 
    Woodward propeller governor B210988 (alternate for ATF6-58-1) 
 
 Airspeed Limits (CAS) Neve r exceed 200 mph (174 knots) 
   Maximum Structural Cruising 160 mph (139 knots) 
   Maneuvering Normal Category 110 mph (96 knots) 
       Acrobatic Category 134 mph (116 knots) 
 
-- END --
```

## ADs (25, in force first)

- [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 2018-14-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-14-06): Wings · American Champion 8KCAB. Effective Aug 17, 2018
- [AD 2009-22-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-22-02): Rear seat back hinge area and excessive elongation of the rear seat hinge bolt hole · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 3 more. Effective Dec 3, 2009
- [AD 2006-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-07): ECi cylinder assemblies · Aerostar AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 386 more. Effective Jul 11, 2006
- [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 96-18-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-18-02): Wing Strut Attach Fittings · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 3 more. Effective Sep 20, 1996
- [AD 90-15-15 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-15-15-R1): Front Spar Strut Fittings · American Champion 8KCAB. Effective May 15, 1991
- [AD 89-18-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/89-18-06): Front Folding Seats · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 3 more. Effective Sep 21, 1989
- [AD 80-25-07 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-25-07-R1): Oil Coolers · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 39 more. Effective Sep 24, 1981
- [AD 81-16-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-16-04): Competition Harness Installation · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 2 more. Effective Jul 28, 1981
- [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 79-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-22-01): Exhaust System · American Champion 7ECA, 8GCBC and 8KCAB. Effective Oct 29, 1979
- [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 76-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-22-01): Adjustable Front Seat · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 3 more. Effective Nov 2, 1976
- [AD 75-17-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-17-16): Engine Power Loss · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 3 more. Effective Aug 12, 1975
- [AD 74-23-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-23-04): Rib Flanges · American Champion 8KCAB. Effective Mar 6, 1975
- [AD 75-04-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-04-12): Markings on Tachometer · American Champion 8GCBC. Effective Feb 21, 1975
- [AD 74-15-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-15-07): Propeller Mounting · American Champion 8GCBC. Effective Jul 26, 1974
- [AD 72-20-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-20-06): Aerobatic Flight Placard · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC and 2 more. Effective Oct 5, 1972
- [AD 72-18-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-18-03): Corrosion of Rudder and Elevator Cables · American Champion 7GCAA, 7GCBC, 7KCAB and 1 more. Effective Sep 1, 1972
- [AD 2017-07-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-07-10) (historical): Wings · American Champion 8KCAB. Effective Apr 12, 2017
- [AD 98-05-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-05-04) (historical): Wood Spar Wing · American Champion 8GCBC. Effective Apr 17, 1998
- [AD 96-03-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-03-11) (historical): Wing Front Strut Fittings · American Champion 7ECA, 7GCBC, 8GCBC and 1 more. Effective Feb 26, 1996

## Registered aircraft by registry model (OpenAirDocs)

- [American Champion 8KCAB](https://openairdocs.org/model/american-champion-8kcab): 449 aircraft (registry code 2121000)
- [Bellanca 8KCAB](https://openairdocs.org/model/bellanca-8kcab): 371 aircraft (registry code 1220801)
- [American Champion 8GCBC](https://openairdocs.org/model/american-champion-8gcbc): 218 aircraft (registry codes 2121004, 2121005)
- [Bellanca 8GCBC](https://openairdocs.org/model/bellanca-8gcbc): 182 aircraft (registry code 1220803)
- [Champion 8KCAB](https://openairdocs.org/model/champion-8kcab): 5 aircraft (registry code 2110612)
- [Champion 8GCBC](https://openairdocs.org/model/champion-8gcbc): 0 aircraft (registry code 2110301)

## STCs approved under this data sheet (184, first 50)

- [STC SA01233SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01233SE): Fabrication and installation of Alaskan Bushwheel LLC tail wheel and fork assembly. ABI, LLC
- [STC SA02571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02571SE): Installation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display).. Garmin International Inc.
- [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of  existing instrument panel lights dimmer control.. TCW Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA12431SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12431SE): One-only supplemental type certificate (STC) for airplane serial no. 963-2004 to allow operation under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). Bruce P. Mamont
- [STC SA12428CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12428CH): Installation of the Lycoming Engines Electronic Ignition System (EIS). Lycoming Engines, An Operating Division of AVCO Corporation
- [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 SA12406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12406WI): Installation of a Garmin AXIS Flight Display System. Garmin International Inc.
- [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SA02636SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02636SE): Installation of Garmin GPS 175 Navigation System and GNX 375 Navigation System with ADS-B In/Out Transponder.. Garmin International Inc.
- [STC SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc.
- [STC SA02511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511SE): Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s). CiES Inc.
- [STC SA01866WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01866WI): Installation of Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot with Electronic Stability and Protection. Garmin International Inc.
- [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 SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc.
- [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 SA39CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA39CH): Installation of an Amphibian Landing Gear Position Advisory System/Laser Gear Advisory System. Wipaire Inc.
- [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics
- [STC SA01757WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01757WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SA4503NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4503NM): Remove original cloth covering and install Ceconite covering. Ceconite Division of Poly-Fiber Inc.
- [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc.
- [STC SA01899WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01899WI): Installation of Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System. Garmin International Inc.
- [STC SA02576AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02576AK): Installation of Cleveland and ABI, LLC Wheel and Brake Kits. ABI LLC
- [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio.. Peregrine
- [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance  Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine
- [STC SA11137SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11137SC): Installation of Plane-Power ALT-FLX alternator. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA01606CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01606CH): Installation of alternate electro-hydraulic power pack system for operation of main wheel skis.. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services
- [STC SA3-423](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-423): Installation of CT-3000 tail ski on airplanes equipped with Scott 3200 or 3400 tail wheels.. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services
- [STC SA666AL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA666AL): Installation of Wipaire Skis (Fluidyne Engineering Corporation) Main Wheel Skis Model C3000A. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services
- [STC SA02987CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02987CH): Installation of the Electroair Electronic Ignition System. Electroair Acquisition Corporation
- [STC SA02990CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02990CH): Installation of MT Propeller model number MTV-15-B/210-58 or MTV-9-B/198-52 and corresponding spinner assembly. McFarlane Aviation LLC
- [STC SA02203AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02203AK): Installation of FlightLogic Synthetic Vision Electronic Flight Information System (EFIS-SV).. Genesys Aerosystems Inc.
- [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 SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc.
- [STC SA02553AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02553AK): Fabrication and installation of a Tail Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampener. Keller Engineering Group LLC
- [STC SA11174SC PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11174SC%20PAGE%201): Installation of BendixKing by Honeywell KSN 770 and KSN 765 WAAS LPV approach capable nav/comm systems. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King)
- [STC SA1151NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1151NW): Installation of the Flight Grip Model 135 Control Stick Grip. Air Products & Parts LLC
- [STC SA10822SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10822SC): Installation of EFD1000 Primary Flight Display. Aspen Avionics Inc.
- [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA10618SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10618SC): Amend aircraft operating limitations to allow IFR flight when equipment listed in Airplane Flight Manual Supplement BA-001 rev. IR, dated April 30, 2007 is required. Bowersox Ken
- [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation
- [STC SA01831WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01831WI): To allow the use of UL91 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Petersen Aviation Inc
- [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA01714WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01714WI): Installation of a Garmin transponders: (a) GTX 330/330D/33/33D with ADS-B Out functionality; (b) GTX 335/335R/345/345R with ADS-B Out and In functionality; or (c) GTX 335R/345R with ADS-B Out functionality in select airplanes installed with G950/G1000 systems.. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA04032CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04032CH): Install rocker switch assemblies. Electroair Acquisition Corporation

All 184: https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A21CE/stcs.md

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