Model Airplane News – August 2019

AUGUST 2019 55

FLYING THE CHAMP

In spite of its relatively small size, the
Champ is a good solid and steady flier.
Control response in the air is excellent,
and the stall, when the model is set
up as shown on the plans, is nearly
nonexistent. With a little power and
full up-elevator, the Champ simply
mushes along. On the ground, the
model handles well, but the rudder
is quite lively during the takeoff roll,
so a little finesse is in order here. As
expected, the aileron control response
does exhibit a bit of adverse yaw, so a
touch of coordinated rudder helps while
entering and recovering from turns.

BOTTOM LINE

In all, the Aeronca Champ is a fun build and will

go a long way in filling out your collection of

civilian two-seat park fliers. With its great looks

and undemanding flight performance, this scale

model of one of America’s best little light planes

will become your favorite as soon as it becomes

airborne. J

X0819A |Aeronca 7AC Champ

Designed by Pat Tritle, this 1/10-scale backyard flier features old-

school stick-and-former construction and 4-channel controls. The

plans include templates for laminating wingtip and tail outlines,

and there are plastic vacuum-formed parts available for the engine

cowling and windshield. Span: 42.5 in.; power: 2208/17 outrunner

motor; radio: 4-channel; LD: 2; 2 sheets; $23.95

In flight, the Champ is a

smooth and docile flier,

perfect for those small

parks and flying sites.