Aeronca Champ Aircraft

The Aeronca 7AC Champ is one of the most beloved vintage taildraggers ever made — a light, fabric-covered, high-wing tandem two-seater that has trained generations of pilots and remains an affordable, charming and forgiving way to fly. Economical on a small Continental engine and supported by a strong vintage community, the Champ is a classic first taildragger and antique aircraft.

Aeronca Champ aircraft for sale

8 used Aeronca Champ aircraft for sale · 2-seat · Reference price ~$45,000 ($28,000–$75,000) · updated 8 hours ago

Aeronca Champ Specifications

Model spec

The Aeronca Champ is a 2-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 74 kt (137 km/h), a range of 230 nm (426 km), and a useful load of 430 lbs (195 kg).

Performance
Cruise74 kt (137 km/h)
Max Speed83 kt (154 km/h)
Range230 nm (426 km)
Service Ceiling12,500 ft (3,810 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower65 HP
Fuel Burn4.5 GPH (17 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats2
Max Gross Weight1,220 lbs (553 kg)
Useful Load430 lbs (195 kg)

Aeronca Champ for Sale

Aeronca Champ asking prices range from $23,000 to $50,000, with a median of $38,000 (market reference $45,000).

1947 Aeronca 7 CHAMPION

1947 Aeronca 7 CHAMPION for sale
$30,000
For Sale
Total Time 4,245
Reg# N4264E US
Location Milton, FL
Via RKS Aviation

1946 Aeronca CHAMP 7AC

1946 Aeronca CHAMP 7AC for sale
$32,500
For Sale
Total Time 675
Location Freeport, IL
Via Scott Mcelroy
Listed 8d ago

1946 Aeronca 7AC Champion

1946 Aeronca 7AC Champion for sale
$38,000
For Sale
Total Time 1,500
Location Leroy, Usa
Via Samuel Rogers
Listed 2mo ago

1945 Aeronca 7 CHAMPION

1945 Aeronca 7 CHAMPION for sale
$38,500 ↓ -$7K
For Sale
Total Time 2,997
Reg# N85151 US
Location Placerville, CA
Via Hogan Aviation

1946 Aeronca 7 CHAMPION

1946 Aeronca 7 CHAMPION for sale
$39,000
For Sale
Total Time 2,280
Reg# N1933E US
Location Parkton, NC
Via Uplift Aviation LLC

1946 Aeronca 7 Champion

1946 Aeronca 7 Champion for sale
$50,000
For Sale
Total Time 5,267
Reg# N1763E US
Location Endicott, NY
Listed 2mo ago

1946 Aeronca 7AC Champion

1946 Aeronca 7AC Champion for sale
Contact for Price
On Request
Reg# OO-MDM
Via Stefan De Sutter
Multiple sources
Listed 2mo ago

1946 Aeronca 7AC

No photo available
$23,000
For Sale
Total Time 3,630
Reg# N2274E US
Location Mastic, NY
Via James Lufker

Compare Aeronca Champ

See how the Aeronca Champ stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.

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Aeronca Champ Price & Cost

How much does a Aeronca Champ cost? Used Champ prices: $23K – $50K, average $35K (median $38K); market reference $45K, across 7 priced of 8 active listings.

Aeronca Champ Price Guide

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.

Aeronca Champ Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (4.5 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$2,790/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.
Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Aeronca Champ

Buying a Aeronca Champ comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Fabric & tubes — covering age/condition, last recover; fuselage corrosion inspection.
  • Engine — Continental A65 / C85 / O-200 (some converted to Lycoming O-235); verify time and overhaul.
  • Originality/mods — engine, gear and brake mods; verify STCs and documentation.
  • Logs — complete vintage logs and damage history.
  • ADS-B — verify requirement and equipment for your airspace.

Frequently Asked Questions — Aeronca Champ

Cost?
From $23,000 to $50,000, median $38,000 across 8 listings.
Champ vs Cub?
The Champ is often more affordable and is soloed from the front seat with great visibility;
Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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