Piper Aircraft PA-22 Tri-Pacer

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A striking Piper PA-22 Tri-Pacer (G-HALL) in a red ladybird-themed paint scheme, spotlighting this classic postwar general aviation workhorse.

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Aircraft

PA-22 Tri-Pacer PA22

Red with black spots (custom, ladybird/ladybug style theme)

G-HALL

Registration

Manufacturer

Piper Aircraft

Gear

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

Achievements

Retro Wings, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Livery Legend

4 badges earned

Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 79.0

Nice sharp side-on of the red aircraft; background vehicles and fuel truck clutter the shot a bit.

Location

Signature Hangar Gate 5

London Luton Airport · LTN/EGGW

51.8782, -0.3823

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London Luton Airport LTN

Airport

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Aviation History

The PA-22 Tri-Pacer is a classic 1950s light touring aircraft that helped make general aviation more accessible. Its tricycle gear and relatively high speed for its class made it popular with flight clubs and private owners.

Fleet Rarity

Relatively rare in active UK/EU use today, but several hundred still fly worldwide as classic aircraft

Safety & Events

PA-22s have had many service events typical of aging piston types, but no major model-wide incidents stand out.

Future Outlook

Most survivors are cherished as vintage/heritage aircraft, often operated by enthusiasts, classic flight schools, or clubs.

Specifications

Lycoming O-320 (likely variant for PA-22)

Engine

9.14 m

Wingspan

6.63 m

Length

805 km

Range

185 km/h

Speed

3-4 passengers

Capacity

953 kg

MTOW

2.01 m

Height

Approx. 112-120 kW (150-160 hp)

Thrust

Not formally rated (classic GA piston)

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