2012 American Champion 7-GCBC High Country Explorer
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
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Description
Fresh annual and transponder certification. Can be flown as light sport with new MOSAIC regulations. Nicest High Country Explorer available.
Engine
Lycoming O360-C4P, 180 HP. 161 hrs since new. New Lycoming engine installed at ACA factory, due to AD on Superior Air Parts crank.
Propeller
Very well equipped High Country Explorer with NDH! Hangared since new in Western Nebraska. Excellent condition and a great performer.
Interior
Interior, like new! Light Gray/ Dark Gray with Red Piping. Exterior, also like new! Black and White with ACA Scallops and Red trim.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Stuart McBride
trade-a-plane.com
|
$249,900
|
Kimball, NE | May 05, 2026 | 48 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This American Champion 7-GCBC High Country Explorer
This 2012 American Champion 7-GCBC High Country Explorer (N654SM) is a 2-seat single engine piston with 909 hours on the airframe. There are currently 4 7-GCBC High Country Explorer aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $145,000 to $280,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $249,900.
The 7-GCBC High Country Explorer cruises at 110 kts (204 km/h) with a range of 480 nm (889 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 15,500 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9 GPH (34 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $50/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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American Champion 7-GCBC High Country Explorer — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N654SM.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
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