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Type Record · As of May 3, 2026

CHAMPION 7GCAA

Fixed Wing Single Engine · LYCOMING 0-320 SERIES

Registered

114

Year Range

1946–1999

NTSB Events

59

Airworthiness Directives

31

01 /  Distribution

Where the fleet lives and was built

Counts of currently-registered CHAMPION 7GCAA aircraft by US state and decade of manufacture, sourced from the FAA Aircraft Registry.

By State (top 10)

  • TX 11.5% 13
  • CA 7.1% 8
  • FL 5.3% 6
  • MT 5.3% 6
  • GA 5.3% 6
  • MN 4.4% 5
  • MI 4.4% 5
  • MO 4.4% 5
  • ND 3.5% 4
  • NC 3.5% 4

+28 more states

By Decade of Manufacture

  • 1940s 0.9% 1
  • 1960s 71.9% 82
  • 1970s 7.0% 8
  • 1990s 0.9% 1
  • Unknown 19.3% 22

02 /  NTSB Records

Events involving CHAMPION 7GCAA aircraft

59 event(s) on file. Showing the most recent 25 · 34 more available on NTSB CAROL.

03 /  Airworthiness Directives

FAA directives applicable to CHAMPION 7GCAA

31 directive(s) on file. Showing the most recent 25 · 6 more in the Federal Register.

  • Aug 17, 2020

    Airworthiness Directives; Aspen Avionics, Inc.

    The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that published in the Federal Register. The AD applies to certain Aspen Avionics, Inc., Evolution Flight Display (EFD) EFD1000 Emergency Backup Display, EFD1000 Multi-Function Display, and EFD1000 Primary Flight Display systems installed on various airplanes. As pu…

  • Jul 31, 2020

    Airworthiness Directives; Aspen Avionics, Inc.

    The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Aspen Avionics, Inc., Evolution Flight Display (EFD) EFD1000 Emergency Backup Display, EFD1000 Multi-Function Display, and EFD1000 Primary Flight Display systems installed on various airplanes. This AD imposes operating restrictions on these display sy…

  • Jan 23, 2019

    Airworthiness Directives; Aspen Avionics, Inc., Evolution Flight Display Units

    We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Aspen Avionics, Inc. (Aspen), Evolution Flight Display (EFD) EFD1000 Primary Flight Display (PFD), EFD1000 Multi-Function Display (MFD), EFD1000 Emergency Backup Display (EBD), and EFD500 MFD units installed on various aircraft. This AD requires disabling…

  • Jul 1, 2010

    Airworthiness Directives; Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing, Inc. Propeller Governors, Part Numbers C210776, T210761, D210760, and J210761

    The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain serial numbers (S/Ns) of Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing, Inc. propeller governors, part numbers (P/Ns) C210776, T210761, D210760, and J210761. This AD requires removal of the affected propeller governors from service. This AD results from three re…

  • Mar 15, 2010

    Airworthiness Directives; Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing, Inc. Propeller Governors, Part Numbers C210776, T210761, D210760, and J210761

    The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain serial numbers (S/Ns) of Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing, Inc. propeller governors, part numbers (P/Ns) C210776, T210761, D210760, and J210761. This proposed AD would require removal of the affected propeller governors from service. This prop…

  • Dec 31, 2009

    Airworthiness Directives; Engine Components, Inc. (ECi) Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies

    The FAA is superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for Lycoming Engines (formerly Textron Lycoming) models 320, 360, and 540 series, "Parallel Valve" reciprocating engines, with certain Engine Components, Inc. (ECi) cylinder assemblies, part number (P/N) AEL65102 series "Titan," installed. That AD current…

  • Oct 29, 2009

    Airworthiness Directives; American Champion Aircraft Corp. Models 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC, 7KCAB, 8KCAB, and 8GCBC Airplanes

    We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all American Champion Aircraft Corp. Models 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC, 7KCAB, 8KCAB, and 8GCBC airplanes, manufactured prior to 1989 and equipped with folding rear seat backs. This AD requires inspection of the rear seat back hinge areas for cracking and excessive elonga…

  • Aug 13, 2009

    Airworthiness Directives; American Champion Aircraft Corp. Models 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC, 7KCAB, 8KCAB, and 8GCBC Airplanes

    We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all American Champion Aircraft Corp. Models 7ECA, 7GCAA, 7GCBC, 7KCAB, 8KCAB, and 8GCBC airplanes, manufactured prior to 1989 and equipped with folding rear seat backs. This proposed AD would require inspection of the rear seat back hinge areas for cracking an…

  • Jul 30, 2009

    Airworthiness Directives; Engine Components, Inc. (ECi) Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies

    The FAA proposes to supersede an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for Lycoming Engines (formerly Textron Lycoming) models 320, 360, and 540 series, "Parallel Valve" reciprocating engines, with certain Engine Components, Inc. (ECi) cylinder assemblies, part number (P/N) AEL65102 series "Titan," installed. That AD…

  • Sep 15, 2008

    Airworthiness Directives; Engine Components, Inc. (ECi) Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies

    The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Lycoming Engines (formerly Textron Lycoming) models 320, 360, and 540 series, "Parallel Valve" reciprocating engines, with certain Engine Components, Inc. (ECi) cylinder assemblies, part number (P/N) AEL65102 series "Titan", installed. This AD requires initial…

  • May 19, 2008

    Airworthiness Directives; Engine Components Inc. (ECi) Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies

    The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Lycoming Engines (formerly Textron Lycoming) models 320, 360, and 540 series, "Parallel Valve" reciprocating engines, with certain Engine Components Inc. (ECi) cylinder assemblies, part number (P/N) AEL65102 series "Titan", installed. This proposed AD wo…

  • Apr 2, 2007

    Airworthiness Directives; Superior Air Parts, Inc. (SAP), Cylinder Assemblies Part Numbers Series: SA47000L, SA47000S, SA52000, SA55000, SL32000W, SL32000WH, SL32006W, SL36000TW, SL36000W, and SL36006W

    The FAA is revising an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for certain SAP cylinder assemblies installed in Teledyne Continental Motors (TCM) 470, 520, and 550 series reciprocating engines, Lycoming Engines (LE) 320, 360, and 540 series reciprocating engines, Avco Lycoming (AL) 540 series reciprocating engines, and…

  • Feb 23, 2007

    Airworthiness Directives; Superior Air Parts, Inc. (SAP), Cast Cylinder Assemblies Part Numbers Series: SA47000L, SA47000S, SA52000, SA55000, SL32000W, SL32000WH, SL32006W, SL36000TW, SL36000W, and SL36006W

    The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain SAP cast cylinder assemblies installed in Teledyne Continental Motors (TCM) 470, 520, and 550 series reciprocating engines, Lycoming Engines (LE) 320, 360, and 540 series reciprocating engines, Avco Lycoming (AL) 540 series reciprocating engines, and S…

  • Jun 6, 2006

    Airworthiness Directives; Engine Components Inc. (ECi) Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies

    The FAA is superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for Lycoming Engines (formerly Textron Lycoming) models 320, 360, and 540 series, "Parallel Valve" reciprocating engines, with certain Engine Components Inc. (ECi) cylinder assemblies, part number (P/N) AEL65102 series "Classic Cast", installed. That AD c…

  • Feb 24, 2006

    Airworthiness Directives; Engine Components Inc. (ECi) Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies

    The FAA proposes to supersede an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for Lycoming Engines (formerly Textron Lycoming) models 320, 360, and 540 series, "Parallel Valve" reciprocating engines, with certain Engine Components Inc. (ECi) cylinder assemblies, part number (P/N) AEL65102 series "Classic Cast", installed. Th…

  • Feb 7, 2006

    Airworthiness Directives; Aero Advantage ADV200 Series (Part Numbers ADV211CC and ADV212CW) Vacuum Pumps

    The FAA adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all airplanes equipped with Aero Advantage ADV200 series (part numbers ADV211CC and ADV212CW) vacuum pumps installed under supplemental type certificate number SA10126SC, through field approval, or other methods. This AD requires you to remove from service any affe…

  • Jan 9, 2006

    Airworthiness Directives; American Champion Aircraft Corporation Models 7AC, 7ACA, S7AC, 7BCM, 7CCM, S7CCM, 7DC, S7DC, 7EC, S7EC, 7ECA, 7FC, 7GC, 7GCA, 7GCAA, 7GCB, 7GCBA, 7GCBC, 7HC, 7JC, 7KC, 7KCAB, 8KCAB, and 8GCBC Airplanes

    The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain American Champion Aircraft Corporation (ACAC) Models 7AC, 7ACA, S7AC, 7BCM, 7CCM, S7CCM, 7DC, S7DC, 7EC, S7EC, 7ECA, 7FC, 7GC, 7GCA, 7GCAA, 7GCB, 7GCBA, 7GCBC, 7HC, 7JC, 7KC, 7KCAB, 8KCAB, and 8GCBC airplanes. This AD requires you to make a temporary P…

  • Dec 27, 2005

    Airworthiness Directives; Engine Components Inc. (ECi) Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies

    The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Lycoming Engines (formerly Textron Lycoming) models 320, 360, and 540 series, "Parallel Valve" reciprocating engines, with certain Engine Components Inc. (ECi) cylinder assemblies, part number (P/N) AEL65102 series "Classic Cast", installed. This AD requires r…

  • Sep 9, 2005

    Airworthiness Directives; Engine Components Inc. (ECi) Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies

    The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Lycoming Engines (formerly Textron Lycoming) models 320, 360, and 540 series, "Parallel Valve" reciprocating engines, with certain Engine Components Inc. (ECi) cylinder assemblies, part number (P/N) AEL65102 series "Classic Cast," installed. This propose…

  • Jun 7, 2005

    Airworthiness Directives; Precise Flight, Inc. Models SVS I and SVS IA Standby Vacuum Systems

    The FAA adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all airplanes equipped with Precise Flight, Inc. (Precise Flight) Models SVS I and SVS IA standby vacuum systems (SVS) installed under certain supplemental type certificates or through field approval. This AD requires you to replace the airplane flight manual suppl…

  • May 11, 2005

    Airworthiness Directives; Aero Advantage ADV200 Series (Part Numbers ADVPL211CC and ADVPL212CW) Vacuum Pumps

    The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all airplanes equipped with Aero Advantage ADV200 series (part numbers ADVPL211CC and ADVPL212CW) vacuum pumps installed under supplemental type certificate number SA10126SC, through field approval, or other methods. This proposed AD would require you to…

  • Mar 4, 2005

    Airworthiness Directives; Precise Flight, Inc. Models SVS I and SVS IA Standby Vacuum Systems

    The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all airplanes equipped with Precise Flight, Inc. (Precise Flight) Models SVS I and SVS IA standby vacuum systems (SVS) installed under certain supplemental type certificates or through field approval. This proposed AD would require you to replace the air…

  • Jan 19, 2005

    Airworthiness Directives; GARMIN International Inc. GTX 33, GTX 33D, GTX 330, and GTX 330D Mode S Transponders

    The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) to supersede Airworthiness Directive 2004-10-15, which applies to certain GTX 330 and GTX 330D Mode S transponders that are installed on airplanes. AD 2004-10-15 currently requires you to install GTX 330/330D Software Upgrade Version 3.03, 3.04, or 3.05. This AD a…

  • Oct 7, 2004

    Airworthiness Directives; GARMIN International Inc. GTX 33, GTX 33D, GTX 330, and GTX 330D Mode S Transponders

    The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2004-10-15, which applies to certain GTX 330 and GTX 330D Mode S transponders that are installed on airplanes. AD 2004-10-15 currently requires you to install GTX 330/330D Software Upgrade Version 3.03, 3.04, or 3.05. This proposed AD applies to certain GTX 33…

  • May 21, 2004

    Airworthiness Directives; GARMIN International Inc. GTX 330 Mode S Transponders and GTX 330D Diversity Mode S Transponders

    The FAA adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain GARMIN International Inc. GTX 330/GTX 330D Mode S transponders that are installed on aircraft. This AD requires you to install GTX 330/330D Software Upgrade Version 3.03, 3.04, or 3.05. This AD is the result of observations that the GTX 330 and GTX 330D may…

04 /  Type Certificate Data Sheets

FAA TCDS for CHAMPION 7GCAA

The TCDS is the legal certification document — weight limits, performance, equipment, AD compliance times, operating limitations. 1 match in the FAA catalog.

  • A-759 Historical Rev 72 · 10/19/2009

    American Champion Aircraft Corp.

    Models: 7DC, 7GCAA, 7BCM (Army L-16A), 7GCB + 18 more

07 /  PMA replacement parts

FAA-approved replacement parts for CHAMPION 7GCAA

5 parts on file from the FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval database. Each is a non-OEM part the FAA has authorized for use as a replacement on this aircraft type.

  • A099005-190#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/7807A1EC6F08130286257B6A006ECC9F.0001##

    Muffler Assembly

    Aerospace Welding Minneapolis, Inc. replaces 099005-190

    PMA holder →
  • A099001-190#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID781100155920210617194247.0001##

    Muffler Assembly

    Aerospace Welding Minneapolis, Inc. replaces 099001-190

    PMA holder →
  • 7035-28#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/FCB745AFE36EC92386257AA00065511F.0001##

    Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid Battery

    Teledyne Battery Products replaces G-35, G-35S

    PMA holder →
  • A099001-187#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID128610325920210723184156.0001##

    Shroud Assembly

    Aerospace Welding Minneapolis, Inc. replaces 099001-187

    PMA holder →
  • AF3-1600#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/5B79C74674F1930A86257441006B61E1.0001##

    Axle-Landing Gear

    Airframes Inc replaces American Champion 3-1600

    PMA holder →

05 /  Aircraft of this type

All 114 registered N-numbers

Every tail currently on the FAA registry for this make/model. Click an N-number to query the FAA Aircraft Inquiry; rows flagged have NTSB events on file. Tails seeded with full TallyAero pages link directly.

114 of 114
N-number St Year NTSB FAA
N11087 NE Look up ↗
N118CB MD 1969 Look up ↗
N157RF MA 1967 · Look up ↗
N1645G NH 1968 Look up ↗
N1646G MN 1968 Look up ↗
N1685G CA 1968 Look up ↗
N1687G NJ · Look up ↗
N1696G FL 1968 · Look up ↗
N1822G FL 1968 · Look up ↗
N1838G KS 1968 · Look up ↗
N1869G MS 1968 Look up ↗
N2501G CA 1967 · Look up ↗
N2504F MI 1965 · Look up ↗
N2518G NY 1967 · Look up ↗
N251JB IL 1965 Look up ↗
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N2581F NJ 1965 Look up ↗
N2597F NM 1965 · Look up ↗
N2747G CA 1967 · Look up ↗
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N27TX TX 1969 · Look up ↗
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N2895G NE 1967 · Look up ↗
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N304DF ND 1966 · Look up ↗
N343RS MO 1969 · Look up ↗
N416SD FL 1968 · Look up ↗
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N5110X NC 1969 · Look up ↗
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N5186X MS 1969 Look up ↗
N5190T NV 1967 · Look up ↗
N5264X OH 1969 · Look up ↗
N541DZ ND · Look up ↗
N553SF MN 1966 · Look up ↗
N5897X MT · Look up ↗
N599DK TX 1999 · Look up ↗
N611DX 1967 · Look up ↗
N6319N ID 1967 Look up ↗
N6322N ME 1967 · Look up ↗
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N6385N MI 1967 · Look up ↗
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N7501F MA 1969 · Look up ↗
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N7591F NY 1970 · Look up ↗
N79QB TX 1965 · Look up ↗
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N85551 MI 1946 · Look up ↗
N9005L CO 1970 · Look up ↗
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N9520S NC 1965 · Look up ↗
N9536S MS 1966 · Look up ↗
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N9552S MT 1965 · Look up ↗
N9558S KS Look up ↗
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N9573S OK 1966 · Look up ↗
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N9587S MN 1965 · Look up ↗
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Source — FAA Aircraft Registry · click "Look up" to query the live registry record (owner, address, last airworthiness)

05 /  Sources & Methodology

Every count traces back to a primary US-government source

We render counts and lists as the agency publishes them. Read the methodology →