Piper J-4

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Piper_J-3_C-100
gptkb:J-3_A
gptkb:J-3_M
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:Piper_J-3_Cub
high-wing
gptkbp:availability widely available on the used market
gptkbp:certification A-754
gptkbp:cockpit side-by-side seating
gptkbp:community gptkb:aviation_enthusiasts
gptkbp:community_events often featured in fly-ins
gptkbp:crew 2
gptkbp:design gptkb:Fred_Weick
gptkbp:engine_type gptkb:Lycoming_O-235
gptkbp:first_flight 1946
stable and forgiving
gptkbp:flaps manual flaps
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 24 US gallons
gptkbp:height 7 ft 0 in
gptkbp:historical_significance part of the Piper Cub family
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Piper J-4
gptkbp:influence inspired future light aircraft designs
gptkbp:is_popular_in 1940s and 1950s
gptkbp:landing_gear tricycle gear
gptkbp:length 24 ft 0 in
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Piper_Aircraft
gptkbp:market_segment general aviation
gptkbp:material metal and fabric
gptkbp:max_speed 120 knots
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 1,600 lb
gptkbp:modifications various aftermarket upgrades
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:Cub_Coupe
gptkbp:notable_users flying schools
gptkbp:number_built approximately 1,000
gptkbp:operational_history used in flight training
gptkbp:origin gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:production_location gptkb:Vero_Beach,_Florida
gptkbp:production_years 1946-1947
gptkbp:propulsion fixed-pitch propeller
gptkbp:range 400 miles
gptkbp:related_show frequently seen at airshows
gptkbp:restoration popular among vintage aircraft restorers
gptkbp:retirement_year many still in use today
gptkbp:role gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:service_ceiling 12,000 ft
gptkbp:speed 50 knots
100 knots
gptkbp:supports certified for flight
gptkbp:surface elevator, ailerons, rudder
gptkbp:tail_type conventional tail
gptkbp:training primary trainer for new pilots
gptkbp:variant gptkb:Piper_J-4_Cub_Coupe
gptkbp:weight 1,200 lb
gptkbp:wing_area 200 sq ft
gptkbp:wingspan 36 ft 0 in