1939 Aeronca 65CA Super ChiefSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Lakewood, CA, USA

This 1939 Aeronca 65CA Super Chief, registration N23862, is a rare piece of aviation history, with only four known to be operational. Aircraft like this one were employed to train pilots prior to the start of WWII for the cadet training program. It has been well cared for by an owner who is also an A&P and has always been kept in a hangar.

The aircraft features its original factory-installed stick, dual controls, and heel brakes. The fabric covering is in very good condition, and the interior is also in great condition, with the interior year listed as 2012. Total time on both the airframe and the mid-time Continental 65 hp engine is 1,100...