American Champion 7ECA Aircraft in Florida

Florida is a major used-aircraft transaction state with high concentration of flight schools, dealers and aviation events (Sun 'n Fun, Naples, Vero Beach, Lakeland). The flat terrain and dense GA airport network make Florida ideal for cross-country training and recreational flying year-round.

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The American Champion 7ECA Citabria is the approachable tailwheel and basic aerobatic Citabria for buyers who want stick-and-rudder training, sport flying, and light aerobatic capability without Decathlon-level ambition. It is not a high-performance aerobatic machine; it is valued for training utility, simple systems, and fabric-aircraft character. Compared with the 8KCAB Decathlon, the 7ECA is the more basic and lower-intensity choice.

American Champion 7ECA aircraft for sale

· 2-seat · Reference price ~$95,000 ($60,000–$150,000) · updated recently

American Champion 7ECA Specifications

Model spec

The American Champion 7ECA is a 2-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 100 kt (185 km/h), a range of 595 nm (1,102 km), and a useful load of 550 lbs (249 kg).

Performance
Cruise100 kt (185 km/h)
Max Speed104 kt (193 km/h)
Range595 nm (1,102 km)
Service Ceiling14,000 ft (4,267 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower115 HP
Fuel Burn6.5 GPH (25 L/h)
ICAO TypeCH7A
Weights & Seats
Seats2
Max Gross Weight1,750 lbs (794 kg)
Useful Load550 lbs (249 kg)
Production1968–present

American Champion 7ECA for Sale

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American Champion 7ECA Price & Cost

American Champion 7ECA 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.

American Champion 7ECA Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (6.5 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$4,030/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 American Champion 7ECA

Buying a American Champion 7ECA comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

The defining cost driver is fabric and training-use condition. Fabric age, spar/structure inspection history, engine, landing gear, control system, and school-use wear should be reviewed before cosmetics.

Frequently Asked Questions — American Champion 7ECA

Is the 7ECA Citabria aerobatic?
It is associated with basic aerobatic and sport training, but buyers should verify the aircraft's approved limitations and condition.
How does it compare with a Decathlon?
The 7ECA is more basic and approachable; the Decathlon is the stronger aerobatic trainer.
What should buyers check on a 7ECA?
Fabric, structure/spar inspection history, engine, landing gear, control system, logs, and training-use wear.

American Champion 7ECA Inventory by Country

United States3

American Champion 7ECA Inventory by State

California3
Florida2
Maine2
Missouri2
South Carolina2
Texas2

American Champion 7ECA by Price

Under $100k28
Under $200k39
Under $300k42
Under $500k42

American Champion 7ECA Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the American Champion 7ECA. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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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