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A rare Piper L-4 Grasshopper in WWII US Army Air Forces markings, displaying beautiful D-Day invasion stripes.
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Spotter's notes
This aircraft is a military version of the Piper J-3 Cub, recognized easily by the high wing, tandem seating, and wartime livery. The invasion stripes and serial number style indicate it is operated as a tribute to its historic WWII service.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
L-4
Model
L-4 Grasshopper
Manufacturer
Piper Aircraft
Airline
Military (historic US WWII livery)
Livery
US WWII Army Air Forces olive drab with invasion stripes
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Continental O-170 (A65) piston engine
Thrust
65 hp (48 kW)
Wingspan
10.74 meters
Length
6.83 meters
Height
2.01 meters
MTOW
555 kg
Range
354 km
Capacity
2 (pilot + observer)
Cruise Speed
136 km/h
Noise Rating
Not formally rated (pre-ICAO standards); generally low due to small piston engine