# N321PX: 2014 Rick Gritters/Tom Vanderlinden POBER PIXIE

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Rick Gritters/Tom Vanderlinden POBER PIXIE](https://openairdocs.org/model/rick-gritters-tom-vanderlinden-pober-pixie) (registry code 05633EI, 1 seats)
- Engine: [Continental A-65-8](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-8) (registry code 17329)
- Data sheets: [TCDS E-205](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-205) (Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 321
- Year built: 2014
- Type: Fixed wing single engine
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Airworthiness: Experimental, amateur built
- Airworthiness date: June 20, 2014
- Certificate issued: March 20, 2014
- Expires: March 31, 2030
- Mode S code: A37362
- Registered owners: [Gritters Rick](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GRITTERS%20RICK), [Vander Linden Tom](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VANDER%20LINDEN%20TOM)
- Location: [Pella, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Pella)
- Owner type: Co-owned
- Owner's area on the map: 41.4231° N, 92.8997° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 50219, within about 6 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=321PX
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N321PX

From the FAA registry file of October 24, 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.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 10 in force

### Matched by airframe (Rick Gritters/Tom Vanderlinden POBER PIXIE)

None in force.

### Matched by engine (Continental A-65-8)

- [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 95-21-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-21-15): Aviation Gasoline · Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12F, C85-12FJ and 77 more. Effective Nov 28, 1995
- [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 94-14-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-14-12) (historical): Octane Aviation Gasoline · Teledyne Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12, E185-11 and 68 more

## Information bulletins (advisory) (3 in force)

- [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 N321PX.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N321PX.

## Reports on N321PX not matched to an aircraft (9)

They name N321PX, but no registry record covers the date, the aircraft registered then was built later, or the report describes another aircraft.

- [Incident 19960317024729I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960317024729I), Mar 17, 1996: Saab SF340A (N321PX), Fort Smith, AR. Narrative: on March 17, 1996, at 1143 CST, a Saab 340A, N321PX, operated by express airlines, as northwest air link flight 5361, returned and landed at Fort…
- [Incident 19940808033259I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940808033259I), Aug 8, 1994: Saab SF340A (N321PX), Memphis, TN. Cargo compartment smoke light came on during taxi to runway. Smoke smell in cabin. Air conditioning fan motor shorted
- [Incident 19920712030969I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920712030969I), Jul 12, 1992: Saab SF340A (N321PX), Memphis, TN. Smoke coming in aircraft while taxiing for takeoff. Returned to ramp. Evacuated. Air conditioning motor overheated.
- [Incident 19920603028829I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920603028829I), Jun 3, 1992: Saab SF340A (N321PX), Memphis, TN. Smoke from left engine while taxiing for takeoff. Smoke filled cabin. Emergency evaluation on ramp.
- [Incident 19871226077959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19871226077959I), Dec 26, 1987: Saab SF340A (N321PX), Memphis, TN, Minor damage. False engine fire warning due to water on monitor connectors. Water entered under loose upper cowl. Cracked cowl rib
- [Incident 19870426045459I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870426045459I), Apr 26, 1987: Saab SF340A (N321PX), Memphis, TN. Torque dropped as power was applied for takeoff. Aborted. Found turbine blade had melted.
- [Incident 19870220017949I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870220017949I), Feb 20, 1987: Saab SF340A (N321PX), Memphis, TN. Burning oil odor on takeoff with engine overtemp. Returned with engine shutdown. Malfunction not devined.
- [Incident 19860702058079I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860702058079I), Jul 2, 1986: Saab SF340A (N321PX), Memphis, TN. Left wheel came off during rollout. Space was not installed during previous maintenance on wheel.
- [Incident 19860227010239I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860227010239I), Feb 27, 1986: Saab SF340A (N321PX), Memphis, TN. Loss of right engine oil pressure. Engine shutdown. Oil cap was found laying on side of case.

## Service difficulty reports

None filed for this aircraft. Matched to this aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model.

## Service difficulty reports on N321PX not matched to an aircraft (6)

They name N321PX, but no registry record covers the date, the aircraft registered then was built later, or the report describes another aircraft.

- [SDR REXA97061](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/REXA97061), Mar 15, 1997: BLEED VALVE. INOPERATIVE. RIGHT HIGH PRESSURE BLEED VALVE INOP. (M)
- [SDR REXA97018](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/REXA97018), Feb 4, 1997: LINE SWIVEL. SHEARED. LOST HYDRAULIC FLUID WHILE TAXIING INTO RAMP. REMOVED AND REPLACED RIGHT OUTBOARD HYDRAULIC SUPPLY BRAKE LINE SWIVEL. SERVICED AND BLED HYDRAULIC SYSTEM, A/C GO
- [SDR REXA96050](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/REXA96050), Oct 14, 1996: AIR CONDITIONING. MALFUNCTIONED. SMOKE IN CABIN. AFT FREON A/C FOUND AT FAULT. DEFERRED (DMI16716) PER MEL 25-60-05. (M)
- [SDR REXA96026](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/REXA96026), Aug 8, 1996: ENGINE. VIBRATION. RIGHT ENGINE HAS AN UNUSUAL VIBRATION. WHEN PROPS ARE INCREASED TO MAX, EMERGENCY CHECKLIST, SHUTDOWN ENGINE. INSPECTED PGB MOUNTS, ENGINE, AND PROPS AND PERFOR
- [SDR REXA96012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/REXA96012), Mar 17, 1996: SWIVEL. BROKEN. RUPTURED HYDRAULIC LINE IN LEFT WHEEL WELL. REMOVED AND REPLACED LEFT LANDING GEAR DOWNLOCK ACTUATOR HYDRAULIC LINE SWIVEL. LEAK CHECK GOOD. SERVICED HYDRAULIC 
- [SDR REXA95001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/REXA95001), Jan 3, 1995: RECIRC FAN. FAILED. STRANGE ODOR IN CABIN, DISCOVERED FUEL IN LEFT WHEEL WELL, MAY BE RELATED. FLUID IN LEFT WHEEL WELL IS A MIX OF OIL AND WATER, MOSTLY WATER. SMELL APPEARS TO BE

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (27)

Approved for this aircraft's airframe or engine model, in force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has; its records do.

### Approved for the engine (Continental A-65-8)

- [STC SE04651CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04651CH): To allow use of l00R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification SPEC-l00R-22. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SE2932SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2932SW): Install carburetor air temperature indicator. Approved for Aircooled Motors (Franklin Engine Co.) equipped with float carburetors. Model eligibility included here may not be inclusive. Alcor LLC
- [STC SE208SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE208SO): Installation of ice indicator in the carburetor. LegacySTC.com. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE03232CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03232CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit p/n TA2925-1 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc
- [STC SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp
- [STC SE01966WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01966WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas in spark ignition piston aircraft engines. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE00533SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00533SE): Installation of Real Gasket Corporation Continental Engine Pushrod Tube Modification. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE4247SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4247SW): Regrind crankshaft to .020 undersize on crankpin and main journals. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE4271SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4271SW): Alteration of crankcase to accept alternate front main bearing P/N530058. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE3330NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3330NM): Continental valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE1592GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1592GL): Installation of Slick Aircraft Products Magneto Model 4202 or Model 4302. Champion Aerospace LLC
- [STC SE09002SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09002SC): Regrind Teledyne Continental crankshafts, to .020-inch undersize on crankpin and main journals. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III). Precise Flight Inc
- [STC SE01943CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01943CH): Add the following approved fuels: unleaded automotive gasoline 87 minimum antiknock index, per ASTM Specification D-439 or D-4814 of any volatility class, A through E, or 82UL AVGAS per ASTM D-6227. Experimental Aircraft Association Inc
- [STC SE634GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE634GL): Superseded by STC SE01943CH. Add the following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index. EAA Aviation Foundation. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE09513SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09513SC): Installation and usage of Exxon 20W50 Multigrade aircraft engine oil conforming to Exxon Oil Formulation WS-3013. Exxon Company USA. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE1-201](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1-201): Installation of the Richter Aero Equipment Type B-4 or B-5 Temperature Probe. (O-360 SERIES (excl. A1C, C2B, C2D)). MidContinent Instru Co Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE09014SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09014SC): Installation of Superior Air Parts millennium series cylinder power assemblies p/n SA65000-A20P. Superior Air Parts, Inc
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE5879SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5879SW): Use of Phillips X/C II 20W-50 and25W-60 oil (OSS 55875) in all Avco reciprocating aircraft engines from 65 to 450 BHP. Phillips Petroleum Co. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE2029CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2029CE): Add the following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index and leaded automotive gasoline, 88 minimum antiknock index(RON+MON)/2. Intermixing with aviation gasoline also approved. Petersen Aviation Inc
- [STC SE80NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE80NE): Installation and usage of Bel-Ray synthetic aviation oil, Bel-Ray Aero 1, (nonsupercharged), horizontally opposed direct drive, aircraft engines of 350 hp. or less. Bel-Ray Company, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE64WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE64WE): Installation of oil screen and oil cooler adapter. Laurence E Hill. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE984SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE984SW): Delco 55A ampere alternator. (C85 SERIES Suffix F Series). Waldrop Lee A. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE4-1610](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4-1610): ONE ONLY STC - Replace original push rod cover. S/N 2054728. Norbert W. Naatus
- [STC SE44WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE44WE): Use of Kling Aviation Oil, Specifications KL-100, KL-200 and KL-300 in Continental and Lycoming engines. Kling Oil Company. Lists A-65 Series

## Related

- Other Rick Gritters/Tom Vanderlinden POBER PIXIE aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/rick-gritters-tom-vanderlinden-pober-pixie/aircraft.md
- The Continental A-65-8 engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-8.md

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