Champion 402 Lancer
Champion Aircraft · United States · first flew 1961 · light aircraft
The Champion 402 Lancer was a light American twin-engine trainer, a high-wing monoplane based on the Champion 7FC Tri-Traveler.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × piston, wing-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.78 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- High-wing twin-engine trainer with engines mounted above the wing
- Fixed tricycle undercarriage
- Two seats in tandem
A small high-wing twin with its two engines set above the wing, fixed wheels and tandem seating.
Specifications
- The Champion 402 Lancer has a length of 6.78 m (22 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.5 m (34 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 209 km/h (130 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
It first flew in 1961 and production began in 1963, with Federal Aviation Administration type certification on 7 March 1963. The engine nacelles were moved above the wing during development.
Variants
It was derived from the single-engine Tri-Traveler but fitted with two wing-mounted Continental O-200-A engines.
Where you'll see it
It was designed for flight schools wanting the least expensive American-built twin for multi-engine training. Between 25 and 36 were built.
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