Piper PA-18 |
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| Country | USA |
| Role | Light utility aircraft |
| First flight | 1949 |
| Built | 10326 |
The Piper PA-18 Super Cub is a two-seat, single-engine monoplane. Introduced in 1949 by Piper Aircraft, it was developed from the Piper PA-11, and traces its lineage back through the J-3 to the Taylor E-2 Cub of the 1930s. In close to 40 years of production, over 10,000 were built. Super Cubs are commonly found in roles such as bush flying, banner towing and glider towing.
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General Characteristics
The Piper PA-18 Super Cub is a two-seat, single-engine, high-wing monoplane. It is a refinement of the legendary J-3 Cub and is famous for its excellent Short Take-off and Landing (STOL) performance, making it highly suitable for bush flying and agricultural work.
| Property | Value (PA-18-150 Model) |
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| Role | Light Utility, Trainer, Bush Plane, Glider Towing |
| Manufacturer | Piper Aircraft Corporation |
| Introduced | 1949 |
| Crew | 1 pilot |
| Passenger Capacity | 1 passenger (tandem seating) |
| Maximum Take-Off Weight | 794 kg (1,750 lb) |
| Wingspan | 10.8 m (35 ft 3 in) |
Powerplant and Design
- Engine: One Lycoming O-320 four-cylinder, air-cooled, horizontally-opposed piston engine.
- Power Output: 150 hp (112 kW).
- Propeller: Two-bladed, fixed-pitch propeller.
- Configuration: High-wing, braced monoplane with two tandem seats.
- Landing Gear: Fixed conventional landing gear (tailwheel). Often equipped with tundra tires, floats, or skis for versatile operation.
- Construction: Fabric-covered steel tube fuselage and aluminum wing spars, providing a lightweight yet robust structure ideal for rough operations.
Performance and Usage
- Maximum Speed: 209 km/h (130 mph).
- Cruise Speed: 185 km/h (115 mph).
- Stall Speed: As low as 55 km/h (34 mph).
- Operational Range: Approximately 732 km (455 miles).
- Takeoff Distance: Can take off in under 200 feet (60 meters) under favorable conditions.
- Military Use: Used by the US Army and various international forces as the L-18 and L-21 for liaison and observation duties.
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