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Aeronca Aircraft Links and Resources
(Updated 6/20/08)
Sources of information, parts, and materials for Aeronca enthusiasts.

 

  • Information Sources

    Parts and Services:

    • Aircraft Spruce and Specialty - has brake pucks that fit the mechanical Goodyear disc brakes on many Aeroncas.  You'll need two 1.25" diameter pucks, one thick and one thin for each wheel. Part number is 06-00155 for the thick, 06-00156 for the thin. (Tip: search the online catalog using the word "pucks.") Aircraft Spruce is also a source for other Aeronca materials. Phone number is 1-877-4-SPRUCE.
    • Noel Allard can provide Aeronca plates and placards.    His email is nallard@unitelc.com.  He's located in Park Rapids, MN.  Added 6/20/08.
    • American Champion Aircraft - manufacturer of the Citabria line of aircraft.  Has replacement metal spar wings for the 7AC Champ.
    • Bedrock Aero Restorations - Paul Workman does vintage aircraft restorations, fabric covering and interior work in Zanesville, Ohio.  His projects have included several award winning Aeronca restorations. Added 1/23/07.
    • Robert E. Carr - Bob has original spinners and backplates for the 11 series Chiefs and backplates for tapered and flanged crankshafts.  Give Bob a call or write or Fax him for more information.  He supplies spinners for wood and metal propellers. 506 Heavitree Garth,  Severna Park, MD 21146,  (410)987-4310,  (410)761-1273 FAX.  e-mail RC11ACPilot@aol.com. Updated 1/2/03.
    • David Jackson - has original style fuel filler neck grommets for sale. These grommets are molded vulcanized black rubber with a groove around the base to fit the boot cowling. The grommets also fit Cubs, Taylorcrafts, Luscombes, etc.  The grommets are $30.50 each (i.e., $29.50 + $1.00 shipping for each in the 48 states, actual shipping charges elsewhere). Payment may be made by either personal check, money order, or bank cashier's check payable to: David Jackson, 5808 Terra Drive, Arlington, TX 76017, Telephone: 817-465-7253.
    • Richard "Dick" H. Love.  Another source for Aeronca fuel tank grommets.  Also has original Aeronca prop decals. No website but contact information is: P.O. Box 448, Dillsburg, Pa 17019, phone 1-717-432-4079. Added 10/9/02.
    • Milman Engineering - offers STC'd metal spar conversions for Champs and Citabrias. Approval for for 11 series Chiefs is in progress.  Phone 1-800-782-7737; e-mail: Milman1@quik.com. Added 5/23/03.
    • Bob Norman of Y-City Flying Service - Continental engine guru who works on our small engines; recommended by Tony Markl. Located at Parr Airport, 1200 Fairview Road, Zanesville, Ohio, 43701. Phone 740 454-1615. Added 8/5/05
    • David Rude -  Dave is a A&P/AI who can rebuild Aeronca oleo struts and case frames, including installation of the bronze bushings. Phone number for Dave is 845-473-0713; e-mail is: dlrude@excite.com. Updated 4/30/06.
    • Steves Aircraft - offers STC'd gascolators for most Aeroncas. Added 2/10/05
    • Brian Safran - has the Aeronca 7AC fuselage jig built by Bill Pancake.  Brian intends to offer it free of charge for use by anyone rebuilding a Champ who wants to check it for accuracy prior to covering.  Brian is in the Cleveland, Ohio area.  His phone number is 330-483-3278 and the email address is safran1983@gmail.comAdded 6/15/07.
    • Univair Aircraft  - supplier of FAA-PMA approved parts for many classic aircraft.
    • Wag-Aero - PMA'd Aeronca parts.  For technical info the contact is Mike Utley, 1-800-558-6868 (ext. 142), email mutley@wagaero.com.   Address: 1216 North Road, Lyons, Wisconsin 53148.
    • Woodgrain Restorations by Grain-It Technologies. Can refinish the instrument panel as used on the 11AC Chief. Added 10/3/06.
    • Woodwing Specialty - Pete Plumb of Woodwing Specialty can make new wood spars for your Aeronca.  Wooding Specialty, 330 Aviation Street, Shafter, CA 93263. E-mail: woodwingdoc@yahoo.com. Phone 661-391-9464  Added 12/20/05

     

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