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This is my 1946 Aeronca 11AC Chief, N86176, purchased August  28, 1999 from Tom Miller of Vine Grove, Kentucky.  It was completely restored by Tom in 1998 and was flown to Oshkosh '99 where it won the award for best Aeronca Chief.  Tom is an outstanding craftsman and I am fortuntate that he was willing to part with his Chief.  With an A-65 Continental and no electrical system, this is a "low and slow" airplane, just perfect for fun flying while I continue the restoration of my Stinson 108-3. The photo above was taken at Frederick Municipal Airport, Frederick, MD., just outside the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) building.

• Aeronca N86176 - More photos and adventures. Updated 6/19/10.
• Aeronca N82782 - My first Aeronca was a 7BCM Champ.  Photos and history. Added 5/4/07, Updated 10/20/09.
• Aeronca Chief Electrical System - an illustration of the electrical system on my Chief.  Added 1/18/07.
• Aeronca Links and Resources - sources of information, parts, and materials for Aeronca enthusiasts. Updated 4/24/10.
• Aeronca Goodies - Aeronca books, clothing, models.  New 1/16/04, updated 7/6/07.
• Aeronca Photo Gallery - photos of nice Aeroncas from around the world. Updated 5/10/10.
• Aeronca Convention - photos and captions from the National Aeronca Convention, June 2000.  Added 7/31/00.
• Aeronca Scale Models - links to sources of scale models and plans.  Added 10/16/06.
• Aeronca Technical Information - maintenance tips - including oleo strut overhaul and brake adjustment. Updated 5/17/10.
• The National Aeronca Association Discussion Forum - revitalized and improved. Added 12/4/04.

Special:  My friend Dale Jewett is offering his rare and beautiful 1939 Stinson HW-75 for sale or trade for an Aeronca 11BC Chief.  Click on the photo below for details.