1946 Aeronca 11 Chief

Wooden Wing Spars: Like many vintage aircraft, the Aeronca 1

Make
Aeronca
Model
11 Chief
Year
1946
Seller
Johnaviationsales
Seller type
Broker
Location
Sacramento, California, United States
Condition
Other
Total Time
2900 h
Undercarriage
Taildragger
Seats
2
Flight Rules
IFR
Serial Number
N9171E
Registration
11AC-802

Highlights

  • Serial Number: 11AC-865
  • Aircraft Total Time: 2900 Total Time
  • Engine Time: 580 SMOH, Continental C65
  • Propeller Time: 580 SPOH, fixed pitch two blade
  • Annual Due: Sept 2023
  • Useful Load: 480 Lbs

Exterior

  • Overall off-white base with Green accent in traditional scheme. Some minor orange peel in places. Rated 8 out of 10.

Interior

  • Brown vinyl edges to seats with tan fabric inserts. Matching carpet and side panels. Cream wool headliner. Overall rated 8 out of 10.

Known Flaws

  • Wooden Wing Spars: Like many vintage aircraft, the Aeronca 11AC can experience deterioration in its wooden wing spars. Regular inspections are crucial to maintain safety.
  • Brakes: The Chief's brakes, which are heel-operated cable-actuated drum units, are generally considered a weak point. This is not uncommon for aircraft of this type and vintage.
  • Carb Ice Potential: The 65 HP Continental engine is known to be susceptible to carburetor icing, particularly at cruise altitude. Pilots should be aware of this and may need to periodically apply carburetor heat.
  • Limited Performance: Hot days and full gross weight can significantly limit the performance of the 65 HP engine.
  • Limited Range: The standard fuel capacity limits the aircraft's range unless an auxiliary fuel tank is installed.

Specifications

Seat Configuration
3+3
Gross Weight
612 Kg
Empty Weight
372 Kg
Useful Load
238 Kg
Cruise Speed
83 Kt
Range
330 Nm
Fuel Burn
16 l/h
Fuel Capacity
56 l

Additional Remarks

  • Aircraft recently restored after 30 years dismantled in a barn in Northern California. Recovered using Stitts poly fabric system. Complete logs and restoration documentation is available. 4 gallons per hour, 90 MPH, empty weight 840 Lbs. Gross weight 1250 Lbs