Luscombe 8A

 

Our Luscombe 8A serves the Port Townsend Aero Museum as an "advanced" trainer for the young pilots who have progressed up through the program from the Aeronca 7 AC to the J-3 and are ready for the excitement of the Luscombe.

 

Specifications:

Manufactured:               1947

Wing Span:                   34.58'

Empty Weight              665 lbs

Gross Weight             1225  lbs

Horse Power                  65

Engine                         Continental   A-65-8    

Cruise Speed                 78 kts