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Type Record · As of May 3, 2026

CHAMPION 7GCB

Fixed Wing Single Engine · LYCOMING 0-320 SERIES

Registered

55

Year Range

1960–1964

NTSB Events

40

Airworthiness Directives

26

01 /  Distribution

Where the fleet lives and was built

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

By State (top 10)

  • AK 22.2% 12
  • MN 9.3% 5
  • MT 7.4% 4
  • WA 5.6% 3
  • MI 5.6% 3
  • WI 5.6% 3
  • CO 3.7% 2
  • OH 3.7% 2
  • UT 3.7% 2
  • SD 3.7% 2

+16 more states

By Decade of Manufacture

  • 1960s 60.0% 33
  • Unknown 40.0% 22

02 /  NTSB Records

Events involving CHAMPION 7GCB aircraft

40 event(s) on file. Showing the most recent 25 · 15 more available on NTSB CAROL.

03 /  Airworthiness Directives

FAA directives applicable to CHAMPION 7GCB

26 directive(s) on file. Showing the most recent 25 · 1 more in the Federal Register.

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Dec 30, 2003

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

    The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain GARMIN International Inc. GTX 330/GTX 330D Mode S transponders. This proposed AD would require you to install GTX 330/ 330D Software Upgrade Version 3.03. This proposed AD is the result of observations that the GTX 330 and GTX 330D may detect, fr…

  • Jun 6, 2001

    Airworthiness Directives; American Champion Aircraft Corporation 7, 8, and 11 Series Airplanes

    This amendment clarifies information contained in Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2000-25-02, which concerns certain American Champion Aircraft Corporation (ACAC) 7, 8, and 11 series airplanes. This AD currently requires inspecting the front and rear wood spars for damage, including installing any as-needed inspection ho…

  • Dec 18, 2000

    Airworthiness Directives; American Champion Aircraft Corporation 7, 8, and 11 Series Airplanes

    This amendment supersedes Airworthiness Directive (AD) 98-05- 04, which currently requires you to repetitively inspect the front and rear wood spars for damage (including installing any as-needed inspection holes) and repair or replace any damaged wood spar on certain American Champion Aircraft Corporation (ACAC) Mode…

  • Nov 30, 1999

    Airworthiness Directives; Precise Flight, Inc. Model SVS III Standby Vacuum Systems

    This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to all aircraft equipped with Precise Flight, Inc. Model SVS III standby vacuum systems installed in accordance with the applicable supplemental type certificate (STC) or through field approval. This AD requires incorporating revised operating limit…

  • Aug 4, 1999

    Airworthiness Directives; American Champion Aircraft Corporation 7, 8, and 11 Series Airplanes

    This document reopens the comment period of an earlier proposed airworthiness directive (AD) that would supersede AD 98-05-04, which currently requires repetitively inspecting the front and rear wood spars for damage, including installing any necessary inspection holes, on certain American Champion Aircraft Corporatio…

  • Jul 7, 1999

    Airworthiness Directives; Precise Flight, Inc. Model SVS III Standby Vacuum Systems

    This document proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) that would apply to all U.S. owners and operators of aircraft equipped with Precise Flight, Inc. Model SVS III standby vacuum systems installed in accordance with the applicable supplemental type certificate (STC) or through field approval. The propose…

  • Jun 4, 1999

    Airworthiness Directives; American Champion Aircraft Corporation 7, 8, and 11 Series Airplanes

    This document proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 98-05-04, which currently requires repetitively inspecting the front and rear wood spars for damage, including installing any necessary inspection holes, on certain American Champion Aircraft Corporation (ACAC) Model 8GCBC airplanes; and repairing or rep…

04 /  Type Certificate Data Sheets

FAA TCDS for CHAMPION 7GCB

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

05 /  Special Airworthiness Information Bulletins

Advisories applicable to CHAMPION 7GCB

1 SAIB on file. SAIBs are FAA advisory notices — not mandatory like ADs, but worth reviewing for service bulletins and emerging issues.

07 /  PMA replacement parts

FAA-approved replacement parts for CHAMPION 7GCB

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.

  • RFS 5-270-R#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID153929245820220629164626.0001##

    Wing Spar Rear

    Rainbow Flying Service replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →
  • RFS 5-271-L#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID132643182620220629164606.0001##

    Wing Spar Front

    Rainbow Flying Service replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →
  • RFS 5-270-L#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID102120958820220629164626.0001##

    Wing Spar Rear

    Rainbow Flying Service replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →
  • RFS 5-271-R#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID110843524620220629164605.0001##

    Wing Spar Front

    Rainbow Flying Service replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →
  • RFS 5-296-2L#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID194415188220220629164458.0001##

    Floorboard

    Rainbow Flying Service replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →

05 /  Aircraft of this type

All 55 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.

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N-number St Year NTSB FAA
N144BC WA · Look up ↗
N223HW AK 1960 Look up ↗
N2423 MT 1960 · Look up ↗
N432TE MI · Look up ↗
N510RJ CA · Look up ↗
N6231L AK · Look up ↗
N67ZV · Look up ↗
N7158P NC 1963 · Look up ↗
N7432P WI · Look up ↗
N808BW WI 1962 · Look up ↗
N8977R IA 1960 Look up ↗
N8978R CO 1960 Look up ↗
N8979R WY 1960 Look up ↗
N8980R MN 1960 · Look up ↗
N8981R AK · Look up ↗
N8986R MI 1960 · Look up ↗
N8993R TN 1960 · Look up ↗
N8994R AR · Look up ↗
N8999R MN 1960 · Look up ↗
N9129S MT · Look up ↗
N912CP AK Look up ↗
N920CJ CO 1960 Look up ↗
N9803Y MT Look up ↗
N9810Y WA 1960 Look up ↗
N9827Y OR 1960 Look up ↗
N9865Y MN 1960 · Look up ↗
N9866Y OH 1960 · Look up ↗
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N9880Y WI 1961 · Look up ↗
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N9899Y MO 1962 · Look up ↗
N9902Y NY 1961 Look up ↗
N9906Y KS 1961 · Look up ↗
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N9938Y ND 1962 · Look up ↗
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N9967Y FL 1963 Look up ↗
N9971Y TX 1963 Look up ↗
N9997Y MN 1964 Look up ↗
N9QP GA · Look up ↗

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 →