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Piper Clipper Aircraft Information

The Piper PA-16 Clipper is a single-engine airplane manufactured by Piper Aircraft in 1949. Piper developed the aircraft to expand its aircraft line after World War II, according to the Skagit Aero Education Museum.

  1. Surface

    • The PA-16 has a canvas surface on the wings, fuselage and tail. The aircraft&'s nose is made of metal.

    Landing Gear

    • The Clipper has "conventional gear," meaning that it has two main wheels and a tailwheel. It is known as a "taildragger" in the aviation industry.

    Engine

    • According to the Skagit Aero Education Museum, the Piper Clipper has a Lycoming O-235 engine with 115 horsepower. The engine drives a two-blade propeller.

    Seats

    • The Piper PA-16 Clipper has four seats, including the pilot seat. The cabin can seat four full-sized passengers along with baggage.

    Weight

    • Although basic empty weights vary between individual aircraft, the basic empty weight of a standard Clipper is around 850 pounds. The maximum gross weight of a PA-16 is 1,650 pounds.

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