# N429: 1946 Piper J3C-65

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Piper J3C-65](https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-j3c-65) (registry code 7100510, 2 seats)
- Engine: [Continental A&C65 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-c65-series) (registry code 17003)
- Data sheets: [TCDS E-205](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-205) (Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 20932
- Year built: 1946
- Type: Fixed wing single engine
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Airworthiness: Standard
- Airworthiness date: December 17, 1955
- Certificate issued: October 23, 2013
- Expires: October 31, 2029
- Mode S code: A51D0D
- Registered owner: [Hallack Daniel E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HALLACK%20DANIEL%20E)
- Location: [Hart, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Hart)
- Owner type: Individual
- Owner's area on the map: 43.7154° N, 86.2812° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 49420, 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=429
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N429

From the FAA registry file of October 22, 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&C65 model are included.

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

### Matched by airframe (Piper J3C-65)

None in force.

### Matched by engine (Continental A&C65 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 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 N429.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N429.

## Reports on N429 not matched to an aircraft (1)

They name N429, but no registry record covers the date, the aircraft registered then was built later, or the report describes another aircraft.

- [Incident 19801024075779I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19801024075779I), Oct 24, 1980: Boeing 727 (N429), Boston, MA. Zw flight had a system hydraulic failure. Landed without further incident.

## 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 N429 not matched to an aircraft (3)

They name N429, but no registry record covers the date, the aircraft registered then was built later, or the report describes another aircraft.

- [SDR 3UWR201503160001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/3UWR201503160001), Feb 27, 2015: PITCH LINK. OUT OF TOLERANCE. TAIL ROTOR PITCH LINK HAS LESS THEN 300 HOURS TIME IN SERVICE AND THE ROLL STAKE BEARING HAS APPROX. 1/8 INCH OF PLAY. I DO NOT KNOW IF THIS IS A ON GOING PROBL
- [SDR A6WA201441184](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/A6WA201441184), Feb 21, 2014: ANGLE. CHAFED. WEAR DAMAGE FOUND UNDER NLG RT SPADE DOOR FITTING. REPAIRED NLG WW RT KEEL IAW STS EA 15-2014-034 DATED 02/20/2014.
- [SDR A6WA201441170](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/A6WA201441170), Feb 20, 2014: FITTING. CRACKED. 280 LBL & 9 RBL OTBD CLIPS ARE CRACKED. REMOVED CRACKED CLIPS, FABRICATED & INSTALLED SERVICEABLE CLIPS IAW REO 601R-53-11-171 REV D EA 25-2014-053 REV A.

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (29)

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&C65 series)

- [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. Lists A-65-1
- [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. Lists A-65-1
- [STC SE208SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE208SO): Installation of ice indicator in the carburetor. LegacySTC.com
- [STC SE03232CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03232CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit p/n TA2925-1 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc. Lists A-65-1
- [STC SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp. Lists A-65-1
- [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. Lists A-65-1
- [STC SE00533SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00533SE): Installation of Real Gasket Corporation Continental Engine Pushrod Tube Modification. Real Gaskets Tennessee. Lists A-65-1
- [STC SE10076SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE10076SC): Modify engine by installation of C12ST2/S starter. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC. Lists A-65-12
- [STC SE4247SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4247SW): Regrind crankshaft to .020 undersize on crankpin and main journals. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE4271SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4271SW): Alteration of crankcase to accept alternate front main bearing P/N530058. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc
- [STC SE3330NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3330NM): Continental valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee. Lists A-65-1
- [STC SE1592GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1592GL): Installation of Slick Aircraft Products Magneto Model 4202 or Model 4302. Champion Aerospace LLC. Lists A-65-1
- [STC SE09002SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09002SC): Regrind Teledyne Continental crankshafts, to .020-inch undersize on crankpin and main journals. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc
- [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III). Precise Flight Inc. Lists A-65-1
- [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. Lists A-65-1
- [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
- [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
- [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
- [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. Lists A-65-1
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp
- [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
- [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. Lists A-65-1
- [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
- [STC SE4CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4CE): Motorola alternator A12NK451. Steven E/Robert F Bell. Lists A-65-12F
- [STC SE64WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE64WE): Installation of oil screen and oil cooler adapter. Laurence E Hill
- [STC SE984SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE984SW): Delco 55A ampere alternator. (C85 SERIES Suffix F Series). Waldrop Lee A
- [STC SE4-1610](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4-1610): ONE ONLY STC - Replace original push rod cover. S/N 2054728. Norbert W. Naatus. Lists A-65-8
- [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

## Earlier aircraft with N429

The FAA can reassign an N-number once a registration is cancelled. These aircraft carried N429 before.

- [Cancelled 1933-02-10](https://openairdocs.org/deregistered/N429-1933-02-10): Tips And Smith UNITED, S/N 21. Owner: [Tips Jr J C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TIPS%20JR%20J%20C), [Houston, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Houston)

## Related

- Other Piper J3C-65 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-j3c-65/aircraft.md
- The Continental A&C65 series engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-c65-series.md

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