Aeronca 11 Chief
Piston • single engine • High Wing • Fixed gear
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About the Aeronca 11 Chief
Introduced in 1946 amid the post-World War II aviation boom, the Aeronca 11 Chief quickly earned a reputation as a gentle, easy-to-fly two-seat high-wing tourer designed for both personal use and flight training. Its fabric-covered fuselage and tail surfaces, supported by tubular metal framing and wooden spars, lent classic charm and simplicity. Over its production run (1946-1950), Aeronca built more than 2,300 Chiefs, including the upgraded 11BC Chief with an 85 hp engine and the Super Chief (11CC) with a longer wing and plush interior. All models could be converted to floatplanes (S11AC, S11BC, S11CC), extending versatility for water operations. Even today, the Chief is celebrated for its responsive rudder, sensitive elevator, and well-appointed cabin, making it a beloved classic among vintage-aircraft enthusiasts. Alternate variant (11CC) has a service ceiling of 14,500 ft.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Wingspan
- 36.0 ft
- Length
- 20.8 ft
- Height
- 6.8 ft
Weights
- Max Takeoff Weight
- 1,250 lbs
- Max Landing Weight
- 1,250 lbs
- Useful Load
- 530 lbs
- Fuel Capacity
- 23 gal
Performance
- Cruise Speed
- 83 KTAS
- Range
- 360 NM
- Service Ceiling
- 10,800 ft
- Rate of Climb
- 600 fpm
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