The outer shape of the fuselage is created by a combination of wooden formers and longerons, covered with fabric. The fixed-pitch version can be operated in the restricted category-for instance, for crop dusting-at a 2,600-pound gross weight. Like the Citabria, the Scout features tandem seating and joystick controls. Glider towing is severe service, with five to seven landing cycles per hour beating up the airframe, and the same maximum climb/maximum descent cycles working on the powerplant. Threads 9 Messages 36. AOPA Members DO more LEARN more SAVE more - Get MORE out of being a pilot -, 2023 Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, Aircraft valuation for older models and your trade in, https://www.americanchampionaircraft.com/scout. Only about 30 have been completed since. Equipped empty weight varies greatly with installed equipment, too. AMERICAN CHAMPION Model 8-GCBC SCOUT Condition Used Description 2006 American Champion Scout Just installed 18 SMOH Western Skyways Gold Seal "premium" new limits overhaul. Use known fuel fill against time at a known fuel flow rate. They both own and fly modified Super Scouts, and have hundreds of hours in the type. Those types include the Cessna 210 and 206, Piper PA-32-series aircraft and, yes, Bonanzas, in his estimation. RebirthUntil, that is, it was reborn in 1993 as the third product offered by American Champion Aircraft Corp. (ACA) of Rochester, Wisconsin, (414) 534-6315. For instance, the belly pan is a continuous piece that is easily removed to check lower fuselage members for corrosion and to inspect control cables, pulleys and fairleads. All factory baffling and set hoses replaced New Lord mounts. Today, the versatile aircraft is used by commercial operators and government agencies for duties such as glider and banner towing, conservation missions and agricultural uses. It's a sweetheart of a plane to fly. It spawned the Champ of post-World War II fame. The Scout allows us to tow gliders with gross weights from 600 to 1,400 pounds, and get off the ground in 1,200 to 1,500 feet most of the time, even with density altitudes over 9,000 feet. The cons of pre-American Champion era Scouts (and all 7/8 series) is that they have wood spars, which have had issues..usually pilot error involving overstressing the aircraft. Most accidents and incidents occur on or close to the ground, and involve directional control problems from the wind and because of poor judgment or flying ability. Bristol Scout D Of The Royal Flying Corps 6.3 MB 800 2. 7GCBC $76,500 PRICE REDUCED Airplane is Ready to fly! There is no pattern that singles out the Scout. The Scout suffered, in this respect, from a close resemblance to the Citabria line of aircraft, all of which are capable of aerobatics. These values represent standard day conditions - no wind, stock 8.50x6 tires, and average piloting technique. Story Links. The Scout also carries wing flaps, a design feature it shares with the 7GCBC variant of the Citabria. Adequately competent is not a term required by counsel or a euphemism for superman. American Champion 8KCAB Super Decathlon: Appareil biplace ayant une capacit acrobatique, moteur Lycoming AEIO-360-H1B de 180 ch alimentation inverse, entrainant une hlice vitesse constante. Over-the-nose visibility is fairly good for a tall taildragger, but pilots transitioning from Citabrias have to work at getting the nose up for three-point landings. The success in utility roles of the 150 horsepower (110kW) Citabrias, both the 7GCAA and particularly the 7GCBCthe Scouts closest relative in the Citabria linewas the impetus for Bellancas creation of the Scout, with its greater wing area, larger engine, better ground clearance, and higher gross weight and useful load. Though I've never seen the third missing example except in a magazine advertisement, they did show a bigger Champ with 3 businessmen climbing aboard-one in front and two in back, like a Piper Super Cruiser. All are built to order. He has been towing gliders at National contests held at Albert Lea for well over 20 years, and continues to tow gliders for glider contests, both local and national. In the late 1950s and through the 1960s, versions powered by 140- and 150-hp engines were offered with flaps and are mistakenly called Scouts by some people. DBCA replace each aircraft with a new example as they reach 4000 airframe hours, thus they are also American Champion's largest Scout customer. These spars are STC'd and FAA approved. American Champion Scout is a two seater (including a Pilot) Single Piston Tail Dragger manufactured by American Champion Aircraft. Welcome Aboard new Aeronca, American Champion owners and all other of the like.!! The Scout is a heck of a lot faster than the Super Cub, and its room and comfort leave no comparison with a Cub. Meg is a founding member of the Pilot Proficiency Center at EAA AirVenture and excels at the application of simulation technology to flatten the learning curve. The Scout was the first long-wing Champion variant. The wings of Bellanca Scouts were built with wooden spars. closed. Other changes include ailerons extended to the ends of the wings, longer flaps, and a jazzed up interior. The wings were not attached at the time of the damage incident. RealAir's latest offering three distinct variants from the famous American Champion series tandem-seat, tail dragger, suite: The Citabria (the basic semi-aerobatic trainer with flaps), the Decathlon (the fully aerobatic, flapless, trainer and sport plane) and three variants of the Scout: the Sport and Utility (with powerful flaps for short take American Champion 8GCBC Scout; VH-VPW photos; Western Australia Government - Parks and Wildlife; Airline: Western Australia Government - Parks and Wildlife; Scouts remain popular as bush planesincluding versions fitted with floats or skis, for glider and banner towing, for pipeline patrol, in agricultural uses, and as personal aircraft. If she is not flying or teaching aviation, she is writing about it. The wings of Bellanca Scouts were built with wooden spars. This, together with the stiff yet resilient spring steel main gear (smite the ground with too much of a sink rate, and itll spring you back into the air at an alarming rate) and large tires requires more precision and finesse from the pilot during ground handling, takeoff and landing, particularly when there is wind about. In 1993, ACA gave the Scout a new life, bringing it back into production as the modernized American Champion Scout. In certain conditions, such as crosswind landing, roll and yaw control can be inadequate or too difficult to apply. Transitions to takeoff and to landing require close attention and prompt application of controls to keep things straight. If the seat-back AD needs compliance (it should have been taken care of by now), consider the adjustable front seat: The mechanism is quite awkward, but will accommodate a wider range of pilot sizes. . Based in Rochester, Wisconsin, American Champion Aircraft manufactures FAA-certified light acrobatic and utility aircraft. Announcements: The front seatback folds, and the rear seat can be removed (not as easily as it looks) opening up a fair-sized cargo hold. However, it is worth noting that half of the Scouts landing accidents occurred in the bush, or away from airports. For more than five decades, active and dedicated aircraft owners and pilots have turned to AVIATION CONSUMER to answer their most important buying questions. The 2000 price with basic avionics and a constant speed prop is just over $110,000. Landing Distance, Ground Roll: 222to 423ft. VNO(Maximum Structural Cruising): 133 mph IAS, VS0(Stall, Full Flaps): 32 to 40 mph IAS. Allows you to choose the data by which the thread list will be sorted. New Super Decathlon 8KCAB, N1819D. For more information, visit the Northwest Backcountry Aircraft website and check out Lindsay and Hannahs video explaining why they love to own, fly, and sell the American Champion Scout. The new XCub from CubCrafters gives the market another option.. was recovered and repainted in . (The other model, in both categories, is the 7ACA.) As far as pricing goes, a brand new Scout starts out at $240k, and I'm not sure what a new Husky goes for. The failures occurred during high-stress portions of the flights, but under stresses that the design should have withstood. Northwest . Unlike the Cub, the Champ could be soloed from the front seat-giving far better visibility. Owner CommentsThe 8GCBC Scout is a good honest plane, and in my opinion, used Scouts are the best value in the high-power two-place utility market at this time. Mixed use operations might benefit from it. One of the nicest Super D's on the market! If you are interested in becoming an air cadet, visit www.cadetscanada.ca if your interested! The new FAA certified 900-HP Daher Kodiak 900 turboprop single combines TBM 960 and Kodiak 100 DNA into one airplane. He is the long-time FBO at Albert Lea, MN. About as bullet proof as airplane pieces go, they are easy to support in relatively remote spots. Placement of instruments, gauges, controls and switches, including (or especially) electrical accessories may take some getting used to for pilots new to this category of airplane. Stalls are straightforward, with a pronounced break and some tendency to fall off on a wing. 12 Aircraft Already On Order for 2021! Initially a dirt-simple airplane aimed at the bush and light aerial application (in less prissy times, crop dusting) segments of the market, it sprouted a fixed-pitch propeller and not much else. The Scout is not approved for any aerobatic maneuvers, including spins. In its brief almost-heyday, Champion developed and produced in the Citabria and Decathlon airplanes that made aerobatic training and practice, and even air show performances and precision flying competition, available to a far greater number of people. Capacity Baggage Compartment with Firewall Mounted Battery, Propeller, Constant Speed:MT Composite MTV-15-B/203-58. To some pilots, the similar appearance suggested similar ability. One may fly or handle a bit better. Aircraft: American Champion 8GCBC Scout Serial #: 619-2021 Photo date: 2023-01-12 Uploaded: 2023-01-29 Likes: 1 0 Views: 106 Location: Manjimup Airport - YMJM, Australia By: Jarrod Swanwick Photos | Profile | Contact Album Like Share Note: VH-SYB rolling on runway 12 as Fire Spotter 647 Airline: Private Reg: N22SX photos If the qualification of continued support by some level of production is important to potential buyers, the Scout and Husky are without competition. Copyright 2023 Flying Media. As I have pointed out, a glider towplane really experiences severe service, and we tend to see things that the normal operator would not. Takeoff Distance, Ground Roll: 210 to 417ft. Takeoff Distance Over 50-ft Obstacle: 384to 697ft. Links (in blue) to American Champion Aircraft, Freedom Champ Sales, and other distributors can be found throughout the publication. SERVICE LETTERS; FAQs; . After consulting with his wife (who he admits controls the finances in the family) they decided to buy new-. range when flying solo, with no baggage. The American Champion Scout features generous, adjustable wing flaps and a powerful Lycoming O-360-C1G engine producing 180 horsepower. COLLEGE PARK, Md. And of course, there are plenty of private pilots who enjoy Scouts for the fun and freedom of flying in the backcountry. OLATHE, Kan./Sept. The factory figures are in conflict. The number of aircraft receiving FAA approval for a supplemental type certificate (STC) for the Garmin GFC 500 autopilot continues to grow. American Champion Aircraft Corporation acquired the Scout design, along with the Decathlon and the group of Citabria and Champ variants, in 1990 and brought the Scout back into production in 1993. MT Composite MTV-15-B/203-58, constant speed, 100 lb (plus optional 30 lb extended baggage), For more information, contact Love my family & adore animals! The result is an Belvoir Media Group, LLC. Design Welcome Aboard. These include metal flaps, balanced ailerons, aileron spades and newly designed front struts that are fabricated from an extruded metal. If you know. Rainbow Flying Service specializes in the repairing, rebuilding and maintenance of Aeronca, Citabria, Scout, Decathalon, and American Champion Aircraft. Amphibious or Straight models are available for the 8GCBC. Camera Views For RealAir Scout 2007 117.67 KB 49 1. The plane has a n. More Info Melanie Brandon Craig, MO USA Compare SAVE Last Update: 02/24/2023 1979 AMERICAN CHAMPION 7-GCBC $82,500 Reg# N5068L TT: 896 Performance Specs The Scout was designed and initially produced by Bellanca Aircraft Corporation, and is a derivative of the 7-series Citabrias and 8KCAB Decathlon; Bellanca had been building these designs since receiving them in the acquisition of Champion Aircraft Corporation in 1970. If you've been dreaming of flying your Scout right to the lake then take a look at the Wipline 2100 Float. Threads . Their phone and counter sales staff are generally knowledgeable on correct parts selection and application. We have a large supply of salvage and surplus parts for these aircraft. AOPA Flying Clubs Radio link. However, the numbers are close enough together to be essentially unmeasurable in the hands of the average pilot, so the big differential becomes payload reduced by the weight of installed options. 10-16-2010, 01:17 PM. . In the event of an uncommanded loss of engine power, Smart Glide flies the airplane while the pilot troubleshoots the problem. ACA now offers them for the Scout, even as kits for retrofit to used airplanes. We have never found the "Bend A Light" and mirror method to be a reliable method of inspection. American Champion Aircraft Corporation acquired the Scout design, along with the Decathlon and the group of Citabria and Champ variants, in 1990 and brought the Scout back into production in 1993. I always liked the Champ series for a number of reasons. The GFC 500 includes Garmin Electronic Stability and Protection (ESP), which works to assist the pilot in maintaining the aircraft in a stable flight condition. Started by bvmbandit , 04-12-2018 07:58 AM Replies: 5 It shares with its more widely-known stable mate, the Decathlon, the distinction of being one of the few light airplanes certificated to FAR Part 23. Pilots can also select, couple, and fly various instrument approaches, including GPS, ILS, VOR, LOC, and back-course approaches when paired with a compatible Garmin GPS navigator. Ground handling is more demanding than in Cubs and Citabrias, despite the nearly identical cockpit (to the latter). Aerobatic / American Champion Page 1 . Brand New 2020 American Champion Scouts On Order and In Stock. These are made with 5 ply Birch plywood and are water jet cut by computer. For instance, most problems are the result of neglect, harsh operation or operating environment and wear and tear. Demonstrated Crosswind Component: 15 kts. The 7GCAA and 7GCBC variants, added in 1965, were joined by the 7KCAB in 1968. The Scout is one of the more popular taildraggers on the market. Bob Lynn of Louisville, Colorado is a long-time soaring friend. Compared to the Citabria's gear, the Scout's gear legs are considerably taller and the tires larger, again contributing to its capabilities as a utility aircraft. According to Garmin, the GFC 500 autopilot performs by integrating Garmins GI 275 or G5 electronic flight instruments, which can be a combination of either a standby GI 275 or G5 electronic flight instrument interfaced to a G500 TXi flight display. It also was offered with a 180-hp powerplant. The Cub has the edge in short-field operations-but the difference was little more than a plane-length in takeoff or landing between the two. American Champion Scout. The designs and tooling date back to 1946 and they have travelled from the original company, to Bellanca until American Champion Aircraft purchased the type certificate in 1990 and began manufacturing Decathlons, Scouts and Citabrias, They've made a good design better by creating all-metal wings, although they remain fabric-covered. He flew an American Champion High Country Explorer so I decided to recreate the flight in my American Champion Scout. See More Details. Many of us appreciate Univairs long-term commitment to older and out-of-production airplanes. I bought a Citabria and don't fly this one much. And recognizing when wind speed and direction are beyond ones competence is an essential element of safe operation. The Scout carries the model designation 8GCBC, which makes it both a sibling of the 8KCAB Decathlon and descendent of the 7GCBC Citabria. Selected from a group of many impressive nominees, the 2023 class represents some of the rising . Threads 5 Messages 49. Decathlons are noted for their heavy aileron forces. This week Garmin announced the American Champion. When the GFC 600 or GFC 500 autopilot is fully-coupled on a VNAV descent, pilots can experience a smooth and controlled descent, giving them more time to focus on briefing the approach and preparing for landing. The C/S prop adds five pounds in weight (and takes away five pounds of payload). With 4 wing mounted and one cowl-mounted landing lights, the Scout is assured of good illumination at night--and for spotting it during the day, the lights "wig-wag" on and off alternately. Copyright 2022 Rainbow Flying Service - All Rights Reserved. These individuals have made a major impact in their communities and careers, while supporting the university and embodying Maryland Pride. Want more information? It has spin on filter, quick drain adaptor, sky-tec starter. The other major airframe squawk is the undercarriage. . Cabin designOne of the greatest attributes of all Champions is visibility to the outside. We operate a low serial number 74 Scout at Owl Canyon Gliderport, north of Fort Collins, at 5,500 msl. All specifications are based on manufacturer's calculations. HistoryThe 8GCBC Scout was introduced as the newest member of the Bellanca Champion line in 1974. Note the external baggage door. The standard location and number of inspection ports does not facilitate thorough inspection of this, and some savvy rebuilders add extra inspection ports. This beautiful American Champion 8-GCBC Scout has been well cared for, always hangared, has no damage history, & has complete log books. 210HP Denali Scout. Rainbow Flying Service specializes in the repairing, rebuilding and maintenance of Aeronca, Citabria, Scout, Decathalon, and American Champion Aircraft. American Champions Scouts feature the Lycoming O-360-C1G and a choice of a two-blade constant speed propeller (standard) or a three-blade constant speed propeller as an option. Most components and systems are fairly easy to get at, too. In that period, only one Scout was built, in 1984. Scout Series. Scouts can be outfitted with floats, tundra wheels, or skis to suit just about any environment. American Champion Aircraft Corp. Threads 9 Messages 36. Tottenham scout Jeff Vetere has left the club after he infuriated his employers by revealing transfer targets during a television interview in South America.. Sportsmail understands that Spurs . When asked what it is, I sometimes tell strangers that its a Citabria thats been on steroids, although this isnt really fair to either the Scout or Citabria. However, this wasnt the end for the Scout. Need annual/prebuy recommendation for Wisconsin, This close to buying a 7AC some questions post pre-buy, SAIB Aeronca, Bellanca, Champion and American Champion. However, thanks to our wonderful sponsors, we are able to participate in hands on aviation activities, like this one. The single fatal accident recorded in the past five-and-a-half years was the result of loss of control during low flight. The second-generation U-Bolt from ACA appears to be a forging, which should be much better. Or is it 15 pounds? Airfoil "flying tail" rock. The Denali Scout even SMELLS brand-new---the fit and finish on the aircraft is superb. Using the navigator, the pilot can easily enter altitude constraints on the flight plan page to set-up a vertical descent profile. The fuselage and tail surfaces are constructed of welded metal tubing. Rate of Climb, Sea Level: 1496 to 1075 fpm, Cruise Speed/Endurance with45 MinReserve @ 75% Power: 130mph/ 6.8 hrs, Fuel Consumption(55% to 75% Power, per Lycoming Data): 6.9 to 10.3gph. At the same time, it reflects a heritage that extends back to the Great Depression year of 1929. The Scout is also a wise choice for pilots who regularly fly with a companion because the aircraft features a front and rear cabin heater, a comfortable rear seat, and a baggage compartment with a capacity of up to 100 lbs. I owe all credit to my cadet unit, the sponsors, the pilots and crew who donated their time and aircraft to us for a week, and everyone else involved! Enjoy! at All rights reserved. The landing gear of the Scout is in a conventional arrangement. Fully Loaded. The Scout is one of two wholly Bellanca-developed contributions to these aircraft series, and is also one of only two airplanes Bellanca produced in the 7 and 8 series not certified for aerobatics. A similar condition exists with the tailspring and its U-bolt. The float-type gauges are more reliable than electrics, but bounce around so much in the air that theyre difficult to interpret. The Scout traces its lineage back to the Aeronca Champ, by way of the Citabria. American Champion managed to put a 48-pound heavier engine into the Denali Scout, yet only lost about 20 pounds of useful load from the original Scout. There also are some basic considerations related to mass and inertia. This website contains many older reviews. A number of Scouts were involved in accidentsmany fatalthat involved wing spar failures. Options were few. 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