The Piper J-3 Cub is an American light aircraft that was built between 1938 and 1947 by Piper Aircraft. The aircraft has a simple, lightweight design which gives it good low-speed handling properties and short-field performance.

Originally intended as a trainer and sport plane for the civil market, the Piper Cub placed aviation within reach of thousands via the Civilian Pilot Training Program. With relatively few modifications, the Cub was militarized to become the L-4 in Army service and the NE-1 with the Navy.

2024年8月30日 · The Piper Cub's journey from a civilian aircraft to a military asset and back to a beloved civilian plane is a testament to its versatile design and enduring appeal. Its role in making flying accessible and its contributions during wartime have cemented its place in …

The Piper J-3 Cub aircraft was designed in 1937 and produced continuously until early in 1942. Beginning in 1939, nearly 75 percent of the primary trainers in the U.S. government's civilian pilot training program were J-3s.

2022年5月25日 · Even 85 years after its introduction, the Piper Cub remains one of the most influential and popular aircraft ever produced by Piper. This small, tandem two-seater airplane, simple in design and operation, is a favorite of vintage aviation enthusiasts worldwide.

2014年4月23日 · Piper’s big break to demonstrate the military potential of his planes came during the 1941 Army war games. At these games, Cubs directed armored columns and artillery fire from the air, and acquired the military nickname “Grasshopper”.

2014年5月31日 · During World War 2, like most red-blooded Americans, the Piper J-3 Cub was called to serve in the military. Classified as the L-4 by the Army but most commonly called “Grasshoppers,” more than 4900 were used to help spot and correct the fall of artillery shells over enemy lines and otherwise help coordinate troops.