Piper PA-11 Cub Special Model Guide
Piper PA-11 Cub Special · Model Guide
Overview
The Piper PA-11 Cub Special is a two-seat piston single built from 1947 to 1949. Registry data for the PA-11 family (PA-11 and PA-11S) shows up to 87 kt cruise, up to 380 nm range, up to 600 kg max takeoff weight and an 18000 ft ceiling. Those are family maxima, not figures for any one airplane. No variant-specific performance or weight data was supplied, so check the individual aircraft's papers.
- Two-seat piston single, produced 1947 to 1949; the family is listed as PA-11 and PA-11S.
- Family-level maxima only: up to 87 kt cruise, 380 nm range, 18000 ft ceiling. Verify against the airplane's own documents.
- Check logbooks for Service Bulletin 868 (forward fuel header tank) and Service Bulletin 528D (wing lift struts).
- Piper treats compliance with both service bulletins as mandatory.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 45 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
How many people does the Piper PA-11 Cub Special carry?
The Piper PA-11 Cub Special is a two-seat airplane, with the pilot and one passenger. Registry data for the PA-11 family also lists a maximum of two passengers.
What performance can I expect from the Piper PA-11 Cub Special?
No variant-specific figures were supplied. The PA-11 family registry shows maxima of up to 87 kt cruise, 380 nm range and 18000 ft service ceiling. Treat those as upper bounds for the Piper PA-11 Cub Special family.
Which service bulletins should I check on a Piper PA-11 Cub Special?
For a Piper PA-11 Cub Special, check Service Bulletin 868 (improved forward fuel header tank) and Service Bulletin 528D (wing lift strut inspection and replacement). Both list serial numbers 11-1 through 11-1678.
What is the Piper PA-11 Cub Special Model Guide?
The Piper PA-11 Cub Special Model Guide is a model guide for the Piper PA-11 Cub Special, dated 2026.
What year was the Piper PA-11 Cub Special Model Guide published?
The Piper PA-11 Cub Special Model Guide — the Piper PA-11 Cub Special model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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Most owners only have the POH. Here's the essential set for the Piper PA-11 Cub Special.
- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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More Piper PA-11 Cub Specialmanuals & documents
- Service Bulletin and Service Letter IndexService Bulletins
- Airworthiness Directives; FS 2001 Corp, FS 2002 Corporation, FS 2003 Corporation, Piper, and Piper Aircraft, Inc. AirplanesOther Documents
- Procedure Manual No. 1Training Manual
- SERVICE BULLETIN No. 5280Service Bulletins
- SERVICE BULLETIN No. 868Service Bulletins
- Supplemental Type Certificate for the Piper PA-11 Cub SpecialSupplemental Type Certificate
- Performance Data for the Piper PA-11 Cub SpecialPerformance Data
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In this document
Forward fuel header tank (SB 868)
Service Bulletin 868 (August 19, 1987) covers PA-11 serial numbers 11-1 through 11-1678. Accident reports showed the header tank behind the instrument panel could rupture and worsen a post-crash cockpit fire. The fix replaces part 10725-00 with the thicker-walled, welded-seam part 60763-02. Look for the logbook entry.
Wing lift struts (SB 528D)
Service Bulletin 528D (October 19, 1990) applies to PA-11 serial numbers 11-1 through 11-1678 with steel lift struts. It requires an inspection and corrosion treatment every 12 months, with internal corrosion or failed struts replaced. Part II calls for replacement with new sealed struts and a No Step decal. Check the strut type and the compliance entries.
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Safety notes
- Corroded lift struts can weaken and could lead to strut failure. Confirm the last inspection, or whether sealed struts are fitted.
- The old forward fuel header tank could rupture in an accident and intensify a cockpit fire. Confirm the improved tank is installed.
- Both bulletins ask for a logbook entry. Treat a missing entry as unverified compliance.
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Full document text
Piper PA-11 Cub Special Model Guide The Piper PA-11 Cub Special is a two-seat piston single built from 1947 to 1949. Registry data for the PA-11 family (PA-11 and PA-11S) shows up to 87 kt cruise, up to 380 nm range, up to 600 kg max takeoff weight and an 18000 ft ceiling. Those are family maxima, not figures for any one airplane. No variant-specific performance or weight data was supplied, so check the individual aircraft's papers. • Two-seat piston single, produced 1947 to 1949; the family is listed as PA-11 and PA-11S. • Family-level maxima only: up to 87 kt cruise, 380 nm range, 18000 ft ceiling. Verify against the airplane's own documents. • Check logbooks for Service Bulletin 868 (forward fuel header tank) and Service Bulletin 528D (wing lift struts). • Piper treats compliance with both service bulletins as mandatory. Forward fuel header tank (SB 868) Service Bulletin 868 (August 19, 1987) covers PA-11 serial numbers 11-1 through 11-1678. Accident reports showed the header tank behind the instrument panel could rupture and worsen a post-crash cockpit fire. The fix replaces part 10725-00 with the thicker-walled, welded-seam part 60763-02. Look for the logbook entry. Wing lift struts (SB 528D) Service Bulletin 528D (October 19, 1990) applies to PA-11 serial numbers 11-1 through 11-1678 with steel lift struts. It requires an inspection and corrosion treatment every 12 months, with internal corrosion or failed struts replaced. Part II calls for replacement with new sealed struts and a No Step decal. Check the strut type and the compliance entries. Safety notes: • Corroded lift struts can weaken and could lead to strut failure. Confirm the last inspection, or whether sealed struts are fitted. • The old forward fuel header tank could rupture in an accident and intensify a cockpit fire. Confirm the improved tank is installed. • Both bulletins ask for a logbook entry. Treat a missing entry as unverified compliance.