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Aeronca Aircraft Goodies
This page created January 16, 2004; Updated
7/6/07
In affiliation with Historic Aviation,
Hangar 9 Aeroworks recommends the following items. Clicking on the
thumbnail photo
of the item will take you to Historic Aviation where you will see a
larger image and can purchase the items online. Your
purchase through these links helps offset operating costs for Hangar 9 Aeroworks.
For more items, including more books on flying and maintaining taildraggers,
go to my "Historic
Aviation Goodies" page.
Books
Aeronca's Golden Age
Abel, Abel & Matt. Progressively
details the events leading to the formation of the Aeronautical Corporation of
America, from the early 1900s through the Great Depression, the disastrous flood
of 1937, World War II and beyond. Includes biographical information of the
founders of Aeronca and details the people, facilities and manufacturing
operations of the Golden Years, including factory photos. 124 pgs., 175+ photos,
3-views and more. 8 ½"x 11", softbound. $24.95
7A Aeronca Champion Service
Manual
Reprint of the original manual
designed to aid owners, operators and repairmen in maintaining their Aeronca
aircraft. Includes all engineering and service data and drawings. An interesting
slice of history. 45 pgs., 8½"x 11", softbound. $9.95
Taming the Taildragger
Ball. Written in simple,
easy-to-understand style. Techniques used to fly the most humble of personal
airplanes (Cubs, T-Crafts, Aeroncas, Stinsons, etc.) Lots of useful info on
hand-propping, no-radio navigation, takeoffs, three-point and wheel landings,
short and soft field techniques, emergencies and basic maintenance. For the
taildragger pilot or the wanna-be. 105 pgs., 5¼"x 8½", sofbound.
$9.95
Clothing
Aeronca Hat
This 100% cotton khaki and
burgundy hat features the distinctive Aeronca logo embroidered in three colors
and includes an adjustable strap with buckle. $19.95
Models
Aeronca 7AC Champ Balsa Kit
High quality, laser-cut balsa wood
kit includes hand-selected balsa, concise full-sized plans, 9" plastic
propeller, vacuum molded parts, colored tissue and full-color decals. Beginners
and experienced modelers will be delighted with the quality and attention to
detail put into this kit. Over 50 laser-cut parts, 30" wingspan when assembled.
For display or rubber powered flight. $38.95
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