Aeronca 7AC Aircraft under $100,000
Under $100k for a piston single is the value-entry price band — typically older airframes (1960s-80s), mid-life or run-out engines, original or basic avionics with retrofit ADS-B Out compliance. These are entry-budget trainers and touring singles. Budget realistically for engine work, ADS-B Out compliance if not yet installed, panel upgrades and corrosion-area inspection.
The Aeronca 7AC Champion is a classic two-seat, tandem-configuration tailwheel aircraft from the late 1940s. Burning just 4 gallons per hour, the Champ is one of the most economical aircraft to fly. Its simple tube-and-fabric construction, basic instruments, and gentle handling characteristics represent the essence of grassroots general aviation.
Variable hourly costs average around $60, with annual fixed costs near $8,000, making it one of the cheapest aircraft to own. The Champ appeals to pilots who love classic flying, tailwheel training, and the pure joy of low-and-slow flight over the countryside. It is a fixture at grass strip fly-ins and vintage aircraft events.
2 used Aeronca 7AC aircraft for sale under $100,000 · 2-seat · Reference price ~$35,000 ($20,000–$65,000) · updated 17 hours ago
Aeronca 7AC Specifications
Model specThe Aeronca 7AC is a 2-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 75 kt (139 km/h), a range of 250 nm (463 km), and a useful load of 500 lbs (227 kg).
Aeronca 7AC for Sale
Aeronca 7AC asking prices range from $23,000 to $32,500, with a median of $27,750 (market reference $35,000).
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How much does a Aeronca 7AC cost? Used 7AC prices: $23K – $32K, average $27K (median $27K); market reference $35K, across 2 priced of 2 active listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Aeronca 7AC
Buying a Aeronca 7AC comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — Aeronca 7AC
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Aeronca 7AC Safety Record
Across all 7AC variants, 283 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2025. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
283
Total Events
146
Incidents
44
Serious
36
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 01, 2025 | Firebaugh, CA | Incident | A loss of directional control during landing due to the partial separation of the right main landing gear oleo strut fro… |
| Aug 06, 2025 | Willow, AK | Serious | — |
| Jun 07, 2025 | Waterman, IL | Fatal (1) | — |
| May 24, 2025 | Westphalia, MI | Incident | — |
| Apr 10, 2025 | Cape Fair, MO | Fatal (1) | — |
NTSB records 1982–2025. Includes all Aeronca 7AC variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.