| Model | PA-16 |
| Engine | Lyc O-235-C1 |
| Hp & RPM | 115 @ 2800 |
| Gross Weight (Lbs.) | 1650 |
| Empty Weight (Lbs.) | 850 |
| Wingspan (Ft.) | 29.25 |
| Wing Area (Sq. Ft.) | 147.5 |
| Length Ft. | 20.1 |
| Height In. | 74 |
| Propeller Dia. In. | 73 |
| Power Loading Lbs./hp | 16.2 |
| Wing Loading Lbs./sq ft | 11.2 |
| Baggage Cap. Lbs. | 50 |
| Maximum Speed mph | 125 |
| Cruise mph | 112 |
| Stall Speed mph | 50 |
| Takeoff Run ft. | 720 |
| Rate of Climb ft/min | 600 |
| Service Ceiling ft | 11,000 |
| Cruising Range s/mi | 480 |
| Fuel Consumption gal/hr | 7 |
| The PA-16 Clipper appeared early
in 1949. The Clipper was essentially, a four place version of the Vagabonds. It's empty
weight was only 200 pounds more, but it had almost twice the power. Only 726 were produced
before the PA-20 Pacer took its market late in 1949. The Clippers engine is the 115-HP Lycoming O-235-C1. Many have been STC'd for larger engines with a noticeable improvement in performance. The PA-16 was the last of the short wing family to have control sticks. Being a tail dragger you do have to pay attention on landing, especially in a crosswind. Like all Pipers of its generation, its flight characteristics are gentle and predictable. |
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