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Key Takeaways:

  • American Champion has introduced its latest model, the Denali Scout, a significantly upgraded version of the classic Aeronca Champion.
  • The Denali Scout features a powerful 210hp Lycoming IO-390 engine, a substantial increase from the original Champion's 65 horsepower.
  • *AVweb*'s Paul Bertorelli conducted a test flight of the Denali Scout, with his video report being the focus of this article.
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When the Aeronca Champion first appeared, it had 65 horsepower and was just fast enough to get out of its own way. Into what is a very similar airframe, American Champion has stuffed a 210hp Lycoming IO-390 to produce ACA’s latest model, the Denali Scout. AVweb‘s Paul Bertorelli recently took a test flight in it, and here’s his video report.

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