# N142: 1940 Ercoupe 415-C

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Ercoupe 415-C](https://openairdocs.org/model/ercoupe-415-c) (registry code 0420322, 2 seats)
- Engine: [Continental A&C75 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-c75-series) (registry code 17005)
- Data sheets: [TCDS A-718](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-718) (Univair Aircraft Corporation) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 12
- Year built: 1940
- Type: Fixed wing single engine
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Airworthiness: Standard, normal
- Airworthiness date: July 8, 1956
- Certificate issued: April 18, 1995
- Expires: May 31, 2027
- Mode S code: A0AA1D
- Registered owner: [Rains Cecil R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RAINS%20CECIL%20R)
- Location: [Wichita, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Wichita)
- Owner type: Individual
- Owner's area on the map: 37.6677° N, 97.3630° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 67213, within about a mile (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=142
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N142

From the FAA registry file of October 21, 2026. ADs below are matched by the registry's airframe and engine model codes. They may apply; each AD's applicability can narrow it by serial number, part number or installed equipment. This is not a compliance determination. The registry lists only the engine series, so ADs for every Continental A&C75 model are included.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 36 in force

### Matched by airframe (Ercoupe 415-C)

- [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022
- [AD 2012-08-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-08-06): Flight Controls · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 7 more. Effective Oct 3, 2012
- [AD 2003-21-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-21-01): Outer wing panels · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 7 more. Effective Dec 1, 2003
- [AD 2002-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-26-02): Wing Center Section · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 7 more. Effective Feb 14, 2003
- [AD 2002-16-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-16-04): Fuel Line Nipples, Aluminum Fuel Line elbows, and Gascolator · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 4 more. Effective Sep 13, 2002
- [AD 67-06-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-06-03): Rudder bellcrank · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 4 more. Effective Feb 11, 1967
- [AD 59-25-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-25-05): Rudder reinforcement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 3 more
- [AD 59-05-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-05-04): Rear spar reinforcement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 2 more
- [AD 57-02-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-02-01): Rudder horn attachment · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 3 more
- [AD 54-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/54-26-02): Control cable fraying · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 2 more
- [AD 60-09-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-09-02): Nose gear bolts · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 1 more
- [AD 55-22-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/55-22-02): Wing Tank Replacements · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 52-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-25-02): Nose Wheel and Skis. · Univair 415-C and 415-CD
- [AD 50-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/50-07-01): Elevator trim tab stop · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 47-42-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-42-20): Control column shaft · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 47-20-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-09): Voltage regulator check · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 47-20-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-08): Battery box drain · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 47-20-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-06): Aileron reinforcement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 47-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-05): Belly skin reinforcement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 47-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-04): Baggage Compartment Zipper · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 47-20-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-03): Fuel pump line alteration · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 46-49-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-49-01): Nose wheel replacement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 46-46-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-46-01): Fuselage Gas Tank Overflow Line · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 46-38-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-38-02): Aileron control stop · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 46-23-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-23-03): Aileron control column fitting · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 46-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-23-02): Engine breather line hose · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D
- [AD 46-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-23-01): Muffler Replacement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D

### Matched by engine (Continental A&C75 series)

- [AD 98-17-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-17-11): Crankshafts · Continental Motors A-65-3, A-65-8, A75-8 and 90 more. Effective Oct 19, 1998
- [AD 98-01-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-01-06): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Feb 13, 1998
- [AD 93-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-19-04): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Oct 18, 1993
- [AD 81-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-16-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 234 more. Effective Aug 6, 1981
- [AD 81-07-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-07-06): AC Fuel Pumps · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 60 more. Effective Apr 1, 1981
- [AD 80-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-06-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 254 more. Effective Mar 28, 1980
- [AD 69-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-24-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 321 more. Effective Nov 29, 1969
- [AD 69-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-09-01): Eisemann Magnetos · Eisemann Magnetos, 2A4-45-B2, 2A4-49-B2 and 158 more
- [AD 46-36-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-36-01): Piston Pins · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 32 more

### Historical (superseded or no longer in force)

- [AD 94-18-04 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-18-04-R1) (historical): Outer Wing Panels · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 7 more. Effective Mar 24, 1995
- [AD 86-22-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-22-09) (historical): Fuel Line Nipple · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 4 more. Effective Nov 13, 1986
- [AD 52-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-02-02) (historical): Aileron Balance Assembly · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 2 more
- [AD 46-38-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-38-03) (historical): Fuel system elbow fitting · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D

## Information bulletins (advisory) (5 in force)

- [SAIB CE-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-14-03): Wing Spar Damage. Issued Nov 15, 2013
- [SAIB CE-13-23](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-13-23): Flight Controls; Elevator Control Horn. Issued Mar 21, 2013
- [SAIB NE-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-16-13): Powerplant - Prohibited use of sealant. Issued Mar 8, 2016
- [SAIB NE-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-04): Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) Connecting Rod Piston Pin Bushing Inspection. Issued Oct 31, 2012
- [SAIB CE-98-21R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-98-21R1): . Issued Jun 10, 1998

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N142.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N142.

## Service difficulty reports

None filed for this aircraft. Reports filed since March 14, 1930, when the mark's previous registration was cancelled.

## Earlier aircraft with N142

The FAA can reassign an N-number once a registration is cancelled. These aircraft carried N142 before.

- [Cancelled 1930-03-14](https://openairdocs.org/deregistered/N142-1930-03-14): Swallow SWALLOW, S/N 812, built 1927. Owner: [Scott Vinson W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCOTT%20VINSON%20W), [Los Angeles, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Los%20Angeles)

## Related

- Other Ercoupe 415-C aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/ercoupe-415-c/aircraft.md
- STCs for the Ercoupe 415-C: https://openairdocs.org/model/ercoupe-415-c/stcs.md
- The Continental A&C75 series engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-c75-series.md

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