The Piper PA-18 Super Cub has been around for almost 70 years, and while it’s the current darling of a new set of backcountry flyers, it’s been a staple of bush flying pretty much since the get go.
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Super Cub Gallery
The J-3 Cub is a classic. The PA-18 Super Cub is downright iconic.
Key Takeaways:
- The Piper PA-18 Super Cub is a historic and enduring staple in bush flying, celebrated for its ruggedness and versatility over nearly seven decades.
- Its exceptional short-field and rough-field capabilities are significantly enhanced by modifications like large tires, allowing access to diverse, unimproved landing sites such as gravel beds and remote wilderness.
- The Super Cub is highly adaptable, frequently modified with floats for water or skis for snow, and its utilitarian design continues to influence a generation of modern backcountry aircraft.
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