Aerista is proud to present N744AB, a 2026 American Champion 7GCBC High Country Explorer. Powered by the 180 HP Lycoming O-360-C4P and equipped with a Sensenich fixed-pitch propeller, N744AB combines the legendary handling characteristics of the Citabria with outstanding short-field capability and a modern Garmin glass cockpit.
This exceptionally equipped High Country Explorer features the Garmin G3X Touch, GNX 375, GTR 205, Garmin G5 standby instrument and Full IFR capability, along with a heated pitot system. The aircraft was also ordered with upgraded Ultra Fabric interior, inertia-reel seatbelts, wide rear seat, carbon-fiber flooring and extended baggage compartment.
This Citabria is certified for limited aerobatics with a +5G/-2G limitation. It also has flaps to allow for slower approaches and shorter landings.
AIRFRAME
2026 American Champion High Country Explorer
60 TTSN Hours
Basic Empty Weight: 1,314 lbs.
Useful Load: 645 lbs.
Fuel Capacity: 36 gallons / 35 gallons usable
Baggage Capacity: 100 lbs.
Metal Spar Wing Construction
No Damage History
One Owner
POWERPLANT
INSPECTION & PROGRAM STATUS
Annual Inspection Due November 2026
Original Factory Warranty Coverage:
- ACA Airframe — 12 Months
- Lycoming Engine — 24 Months
- Garmin Avionics — 2 Years or 800 Hours
**All specifications subject to verification by purchaser
AVIONICS
Garmin G3X Touch Integrated Flight Display
Garmin GNX 375 IFR GPS Navigator / Transponder ADS-B In & Out
Garmin GTR 205 COM Radio with Color Display & Bluetooth
Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument / Standby
Synthetic Vision
Integrated Engine Instrumentation
Heated Pitot System
E.I. CGR-30P Engine Monitor
Front & Rear Push-to-Talk
Twin LEMO Headset Jacks
Emergency Locator Transmitter
Broadband Transmitting Antenna
Avionics Master Switch
GSB 15 USB / USB-C Charging Ports
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
Wide Rear Seat
Inertia-Reel Seatbelts — Front & Rear
Extended Baggage Compartment w/Access Door
Carbon-Fiber Floorboards
Quick-Jettison Door
Left-Opening Window
Lightly Tinted Windows
Tinted Greenhouse Roof
Front & Rear Cabin Heaters
Cabin Air Vents
Soundproofing
Lightweight Aluminum Landing Gear
8.50 x 6 Main Tires
LED Navigation / Strobe / Position Lights
LED Pulse Landing Light / Flashing Aero Landing Light
70-Amp Alternator
Electric Permanent-Magnet Starter
Parking Brake
Stall Warning Indicator
Wing Tie-Down Rings
B&C Oil Filter Adapter
Oil Quick Drain
Aluminum Belly Surface
Magnetic Compass
Baggage area cargo net
Front and rear 5 point Hooker Harnesses
Custom Multi-Color Paint Scheme
- Gloss Red, White, Black w/Red & White Checkerboard
Upgraded Full Ultra Fabric / Breathable Synthetic Leather Interior
Wide Rear Seat
Foam Bucket Seats with Folding Backs
Adjustable Front Seat
Front & Rear Inertia-Reel Seatbelts
Front & Rear Cabin Heat
Cabin Air Vents
Vinyl Headliner
Deluxe Textured Vinyl Interior
Carbon-Fiber Floorboards
Soundproofing
Lightly Tinted Gray Windows
Tinted Greenhouse Roof
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