Taylorcraft BC-12 vs Luscombe 8A
The Luscombe 8A and Taylorcraft BC-12 are classic light two-seaters — the Luscombe metal and quick, the Taylorcraft fabric and light.
Live Market Snapshot
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- Model years available
- 1946–1946
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Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Taylorcraft BC-12 | Luscombe 8A |
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| All events | 48 | 216 |
| Serious | 9 | 20 |
| Fatal | 7 | 27 |
| Fatalities | 8 | 38 |
| % Fatal | 15% | 12% |
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Taylorcraft BC-12 | Luscombe 8A |
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| Price Range | — | $25,000 |
| Category | — | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 2 |
| Cruise Speed | 83 kts (154 km/h) | — |
| Range | 326 nm (604 km) | — |
| Max Gross Weight | 1,200 lbs (544 kg) | — |
| Engines | — | 1 x Piston |
Which Should You Buy: Taylorcraft BC-12 or Luscombe 8A?
Bottom line: Choose the Taylorcraft for light, economical, gentle flying; choose the Luscombe for all-metal durability and sprightlier handling. Taylorcraft = light/gentle; Luscombe = metal/sport. ================================================================ # CROSS-REFS ================================================================ - Aeronca/Taylorcraft/Ercoupe mirrors in those files. All-metal = durable, easy corrosion inspection.
Pick the BC-12 if…
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