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The Champion 7ECA Citabria is an American two-seat, fixed conventional landing gear aircraft produced by the Champion Aircraft Corporation. Introduced in 1964, it was the original version of the Citabria line, a name derived from "airbatic" spelled backwards. Designed primarily as a trainer and utility aircraft, the 7ECA was initially powered by a 100-horsepower Continental O-200 engine. The aircraft remains popular for flight training, personal flying, and aerobatic maneuvers.
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What is the Champion 7ECA Citabria?
The Champion 7ECA Citabria is a two-seat American aircraft with fixed conventional landing gear. It was produced by the Champion Aircraft Corporation.
When was the 7ECA Citabria introduced?
The original 7ECA version was introduced in 1964. It became the first model in the Citabria line.
Why is the aircraft called Citabria?
Citabria is “airbatic” spelled backward, referring to the aircraft’s aerobatic design purpose. The reversed name became a distinctive part of the model’s identity.
What type of flying is the 7ECA Citabria designed for?
The aircraft was designed primarily for aerobatic training and recreational flying. Its two-seat layout allows an instructor and student or two pilots to fly together.
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