Piper L-4 Grasshopper · PlaneSpot

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27 Mar 2026 · © Big Mike Aviation Photography

Piper L-4 Grasshopper in authentic WWII US Army livery, a classic observation/liaison aircraft still treasured at airshows and fly-ins.

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Aircraft

L-4 Grasshopper L4

US Army WWII markings

Manufacturer

Gear

Cannon EOS RP 100-500mm

Achievements

Retro Wings, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Military Maverick

4 badges earned

Location

William T. Piper Memorial Airport

LHV/KLHV

41.1356, -77.4223

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William T. Piper Memorial Airport LHV

Insights

Aviation History

The Piper L-4 Grasshopper was widely used by US forces in WWII for liaison, observation, and artillery spotting.

Fleet Rarity

Small number remain airworthy today, though several are preserved and flown at events.

Record Flights

Performed many key low-speed reconnaissance missions during WWII.

Safety & Events

Notably used for critical battlefield observation during major WWII campaigns.

Future Outlook

Preserved and flown by historical/warbird groups and collectors.

Specifications

Continental O-170 (65 hp)

Engine

10.7 m

Wingspan

6.8 m

Length

354 km

Range

137 km/h

Speed

2 (pilot observer or passenger)

Capacity

540 kg

MTOW

2.0 m

Height