Piper PA-17 Vagabond Trainer — Systems Description

This document provides a comprehensive overview of the Piper PA-17 Vagabond, a tailwheel aircraft designed for simplicity and affordability. The PA-17 is a more equipped version of the earlier PA-15 Vagabond, featuring dual controls and improved instrumentation. The document discusses the aircraft's design, performance characteristics, and historical context within the Piper Aircraft Corporation's evolution. It is intended for pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and those interested in the history and specifications of the Vagabond series.

• The PA-17 Vagabond features a 65-hp Continental A-65 engine.
• It includes dual controls and basic flight instruments for training purposes.
• The aircraft was designed to be lightweight and cost-effective, with a fly-away price of approximately $2,190.
• Piper produced around 200 units of the PA-17 model.
• The Vagabond series helped Piper navigate post-war market challenges.