Aeronca L-3 Grasshopper

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Originally designated the O-58, the L-3 was one of several liason aircraft named "Grasshopper" by the USAAC. Approximately 1439 examples of the L-3 were manufactured before production ended in 1944. These served in a variety of liason roles; an unpowered version was also developed for the training of glider pilots.

Additional information on this aircraft can be found at Wikipedia here.
(updated February 2009)
 

Aeronca L-3 Grasshopper

Type:           two-seat liason aircraft/training glider

Crew:           2

Armament:       none



Specifications:

        Length:         21' 0" (6.40 m)

        Height:         7' 8" (2.34 m)

        Wingspan:       35' 0" (10.67 m)

        Wing area:      158 sq. ft (14.68 sq. m)

        Empty Weight:   835 lb (379 kg)

        Max Weight:     1300 lb (590 kg) max at takeoff



Propulsion:

        No. of Engines: 1

        Powerplant:     Continental O-170 flat-four

        Horsepower:     65 hp



Performance:

        Range:          200 miles (322 km)

        Cruise Speed:   46 mph ( 74 km/h)

        Max Speed:      87 mph ( 140 km/h)

        Ceiling:        10,000 ft (3050 m)

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