1948 Luscombe 8E

TCMG uses a 1948 Luscombe 8E for tail wheel and spin training. The plane was originally designed by Don Luscombe in 1937 and was one of the first all metal planes using monocoque construction techniques.

N1406B is powered by a C85-8F engine producing 85 HP which allows it to cruise at 110 MPH while comsuming on 4 GPH.

The empty weight is 827 LBS giving it a useful payload of 623 LBS.

Avionics include a Flight Line FL760 and a Trig TT21 S-Mode transponder.