Piper · J3
Piper J-3 Cub specs, size & range
The Piper J-3 Cub (ICAO code J3) is a landplane with one piston engine in the light wake-turbulence category.
J-3 Cub specifications
The Piper J-3 Cub is a landplane with one piston engine built by Piper. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code J3. It belongs to the light wake-turbulence category.
J-3 Cub speed and range
On final approach it flies at around 43 knots (80 km/h).
Aircraft similar to the J-3 Cub
Comparable piston & light aircraft include Cessna 180 Skywagon, Cessna 182 Skylane, Cessna 185 Skywagon and Cessna 310.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code of the Piper J-3 Cub?
J3 — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.
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