The Piper 18 (ICAO type PA18) is an aircraft of United States origin, certificated in the Restricted category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 800 kg. It offers a maximum range of 380 nm, a cruise speed of 100 knots, a service ceiling of 19,000 ft and seating for up to 2 across its variants.
Piper 18
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 4,798
- Active
- 4,780
- Origin
- United States
Comparable listings
29 for sale right now
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA-18 PA-18 | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18-105 (Special) PA-18-105 (Special) | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18-125 (Army L-21A) PA-18-125 (Army L-21A) | — | — | — | — | — |
| PA-18-135 PA-18-135 | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18-135 (Army L-21B) PA-18-135 (Army L-21B) | — | — | — | — | — |
| PA-18-150 PA-18-150 | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18A PA-18A | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18A (Restricted) PA-18A (Restricted) | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18A-135 PA-18A-135 | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18A-135 (Restricted) PA-18A-135 (Restricted) | — | — | — | — | — |
| PA-18A-150 PA-18A-150 | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18A-150 (Restricted) PA-18A-150 (Restricted) | — | — | — | — | — |
| PA-18AS-125 PA-18AS-125 | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18AS-135 PA-18AS-135 | — | — | — | — | — |
| PA-18AS-150 PA-18AS-150 | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18S PA-18S | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18S-105 (Special) PA-18S-105 (Special) | — | — | — | — | — |
| PA-18S-125 PA-18S-125 | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18S-135 PA-18S-135 | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-18S-150 PA-18S-150 | — | 800 kg | 380 nm | 100 kt | 2 |
| PA-19 (Army L-18C) PA-19 (Army L-18C) | — | — | — | — | — |
| PA-19S PA-19S | — | — | — | — | — |
The FAA paperwork
TCDS AR-7 · Rev 11 · issued 2006-08-07
- Category
- Restricted
- MTOW
- 940 kg
- Seats
- 1 crew
- Fuel
- 136 L
Lycoming O-320, 150 hp, 2700 rpm
Restricted Type Certificate No. 7 (CAR 8.10(b))
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Piper 18 market & fleet intelligence
Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Piper 18 fleet — updated daily.
67 yearsmedian age
Of the 3,492 registered Piper 18 with a known build year (73% of the 4,798 we track), the median age is 67 years.
108changed registration in 12 months
108 of the 4,798 registered Piper 18 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (2% of the fleet), across 108 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.
- Aircraft seen flying
- 55
- Tracked flights
- 135
- Tracked flight hours
- 436
- Share of fleet flying
- 1%
55 Piper 18 were tracked flying in the last 90 days (1% of the registered fleet), across 135 flights. Sprinkle flight tracking began May 2026; coverage is ADS-B-derived and not exhaustive.
29Piper 18 listed for sale
Asking prices from $30K to $405K, typically $130K–$220K — based on 81 USD asking prices on Sprinkle, not an appraisal.
Piper 18 manuals & documents
33 documents for the Piper 18 — Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Flight Manual · Maintenance Manual · Training Manual · Systems Description · Parts Catalog · Weight & Balance · Other Documents · Model Guide · Airworthiness Directives · Supplemental Type Certificate · Service Bulletins · Performance Data. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) is specifically designed for the Piper PA-18 Super Cub, detailing its operational procedures, performance specifications, and maintenance requirements. It serves as an essential reference for pilots and aviation enthusiasts, providing critical information on the aircraft's systems, performance metrics, and safety protocols. The handbook includes sections on preflight checks, engine starting procedures, takeoff and landing techniques, and emergency procedures, ensuring that pilots are well-prepared for safe operation. Additionally, it outlines the aircraft's specifications, including weight limits, fuel capacities, and performance characteristics, which are vital for effective flight planning and execution.
- Takeoff run over a 50-foot barrier: specific distance not provided but critical for planning.
- Best rate of climb speed: 75 mph.
- Gross weight limit: 1,600 lbs; empty weight: approximately 1,200 lbs; useful load: around 400 lbs.
- Engine: Lycoming O-320, 150 horsepower at 2700 RPM.
- Fuel capacity: 36 gallons; oil capacity: 8 quarts.
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Reference only, not for flight. Use the current approved manual for your aircraft. See terms, section 5.
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Checklist
Flight Manual
Maintenance Manual
Systems Description
Parts Catalog
Weight & Balance
Other Documents
- ReadAAIB Bulletin: G-CUBX AAIB-30327202514 pages · 1.8 MB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
- ReadFinal Report: Ground Assessment of Electronic Conspicuity Devices202451 pages · 3.3 MB · via uavionix.com
- ReadFlight Test Instrumentation System for Small UAS201710 pages · 3.0 MB · via vscl.tamu.edu
- ReadType Acceptance Report201512 pages · 64 KB · via www.aviation.govt.nz
- ReadAAIB Bulletin No: 8/200320031 pages · 67 KB · via assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
Model Guide
Airworthiness Directives
Supplemental Type Certificate
Service Bulletins
- ReadSERVICE BULLETIN No. 000320041 pages · 45 KB · via cubcrafters.com
- ReadSERVICE BULLETIN No. 966199411 pages · 502 KB · via www.univair.com
- ReadSERVICE BULLETIN NO. 706B19914 pages · 203 KB · via www.supercub.org
- ReadSERVICE BULLETIN NO. 910A19896 pages · 404 KB · via www.faasafety.gov
- ReadSERVICE No. 910 A BULLETIN1989339 KB · via univair.com
Documents are sourced from publicly available references. Sprinkle does not host OEM-restricted materials; if you are a rights-holder and want a document removed, email .
What is the range of the Piper 18?
The Piper 18 has a maximum range of 380 nautical miles across variants.
How many people can the Piper 18 carry?
The Piper 18 seats up to 2 across its variants.
What is the MTOW of the Piper 18?
The Piper 18's maximum take-off weight is 800 kg.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Piper 18?
The Piper 18's ICAO type designator is PA18.
How many Piper 18 aircraft are registered worldwide?
Sprinkle tracks 4,798 registered Piper 18 airframes worldwide.
Registered 18 aircraft
Individual 18 airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.
- N120RR· 2022
- C-GCWR· 2021
- N159DB· 2019
- C-FWWY· 2014
- N174CP· 2013
- N4900C· 2013
- C-FEYM· 2012
- C-FOPL· 2011
- C-GDWV· 2010
- C-FOBP· 2007
- N43065· 2006
- C-GERY· 2006
- C-GSAL· 2006
- C-FNPX· 2005
- N8315M· 2004
- C-GZWH· 2003
- N1076· 2003
- N67CJ· 2003
- N10293· 2003
- N6455S· 2003
- N118CC· 2002
- N44TC· 2002
- N390CC· 2002
- N385CC· 2002