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Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub
PA18
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Year
Owner
Piper Aircraft
Last seen
MTOW
800 kg
Range
380 nm
Seats
2
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Piper Aircraft · PIPER PA-18 Super Cub
Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
8
Active
1
Origin
US
Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
PA18
PA18
800 kg380 nm100 kt2
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Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub manuals & documents

31 documents for the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub Airworthiness Directives · Type Certificate · Supplemental Type Certificate · Service Bulletins · Training Manual · Weight And Balance · Performance Data · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Flight Manual · Maintenance Manual · Systems Description · Parts Catalog · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

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Pilot's Operating Handbook for the Piper PA-18 Super Cub

This document serves as the Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) for the Piper PA-18 Super Cub. It is designed to provide pilots with essential information regarding the operation, performance, and limitations of the aircraft. The handbook includes detailed specifications, operating procedures, and safety guidelines necessary for the safe and efficient operation of the Super Cub. It is intended for both new and experienced pilots who are operating this classic tailwheel aircraft, ensuring they have access to critical information for flight planning and execution.

  • Maximum takeoff weight: 1,600 lbs
  • Cruise speed: 75 knots
  • Stall speed (landing configuration): 40 knots
  • Recommended glide speed in engine failure: 60 knots
  • Takeoff distance on hard surface: approximately 1,200 feet

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How many Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub are there?

8 Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub are on the worldwide civil registry, of which about 1 are active. This counts registered airframes, not total production.

What is the range of the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub?

The Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub has a range of about 380 nautical miles.

How fast is the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub?

The Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub cruises at around 100 knots.

What is the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub's maximum take-off weight?

The Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub has a maximum take-off weight of 800 kg.

How many seats does the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub have?

The Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub is typically configured for up to 2 occupants.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub?

The Piper Aircraft PIPER PA-18 Super Cub uses ICAO type designator PA18.