# Aero Commander S2R - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 0143022 - Manufacturer (registry): AERO COMMANDER - Model: S2R - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 1 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 119 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Registered aircraft: 60 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-s2r Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs) Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment. None matched. ## Registered aircraft (60, first 50) - [N1662S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1662S): [Slater Richard J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SLATER%20RICHARD%20J), [Maddock, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Maddock), built 1973, S/N 1835R - [N1746S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1746S): [Wilde Air Service LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILDE%20AIR%20SERVICE%20LLC), [Volga, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Volga), built 1968, S/N 1446R - [N1747S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1747S): [Arnt Aerial Sprying Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ARNT%20AERIAL%20SPRYING%20INC), [Worthington, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Worthington), built 1968, S/N 1447R - [N3063Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3063Q): [Precision Ag Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PRECISION%20AG%20AIR%20LLC), [Pendleton, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Pendleton), built 1971, S/N 1560R - [N331JN](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N331JN): [Magnum Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MAGNUM%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Goff, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Goff), built 1968, S/N 1451R - [N3662X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3662X): [Bellamy Mark A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BELLAMY%20MARK%20A), [Freeville, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Freeville), built 1974, S/N 1890R - [N3663X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3663X): [Pietron Spraying Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PIETRON%20SPRAYING%20INC), [Larimore, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Larimore), built 1974, S/N 1891R - [N3669X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3669X): [Hofer Perry L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOFER%20PERRY%20L), [Doland, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Doland), built 1974, S/N 1893R - [N3695X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3695X): [Sides Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SIDES%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Cambridge, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Cambridge), S/N 1910R - [N504RG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N504RG): [Gustin Aviation](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GUSTIN%20AVIATION), [Lewiston, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Lewiston), built 1972, S/N 1634R - [N510SS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N510SS): [Precision Ag Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PRECISION%20AG%20AIR%20LLC), [Pendleton, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Pendleton), built 1972, S/N 1635R - [N51AR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N51AR): [Olsem Aerial Application Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OLSEM%20AERIAL%20APPLICATION%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Westbrook, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Westbrook), built 1970, S/N 1523R - [N5508X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5508X): [Boeing Co](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOEING%20CO), [Renton, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Renton), built 1973, S/N 1708R - [N5510X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5510X): [Vanderpool Gary W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VANDERPOOL%20GARY%20W), [Alamo, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Alamo), built 1973, S/N 1710R - [N5511X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5511X): [Bruces Flying Service Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRUCES%20FLYING%20SERVICE%20INC), [Arlington, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Arlington), built 1973, S/N 1711R - [N5526X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5526X): [Farm And Ranch Aviation Co](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FARM%20AND%20RANCH%20AVIATION%20CO), [Deming, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Deming), built 1973, S/N 1726R - [N5527X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5527X): [Carson John D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CARSON%20JOHN%20D), [Garber, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Garber), built 1973, S/N 1727R - [N5532X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5532X): [Johnson Airspray Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JOHNSON%20AIRSPRAY%20INC), [Argyle, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Argyle), built 1973, S/N 1732R - [N5543X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5543X): [Croom Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CROOM%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Port Saint Joe, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Port%20Saint%20Joe), built 1973, S/N 1743R - [N5551X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5551X): [Johnson Airspray In](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JOHNSON%20AIRSPRAY%20IN), [Argyle, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Argyle), built 1973, S/N 1751R - [N5569X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5569X): [Hauger Mike S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HAUGER%20MIKE%20S), [Grangeville, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Grangeville), S/N 1769R - [N5579X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5579X): [Pacific Ag Services Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PACIFIC%20AG%20SERVICES%20INC), [Firebaugh, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Firebaugh), built 1973, S/N 1779R - [N5590X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5590X): [Hawke Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HAWKE%20AVIATION%20INC), [Oakdale, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Oakdale), built 1972, S/N 1690R - [N5598X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5598X): [Blades Paul Andrew](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BLADES%20PAUL%20ANDREW), [Newman, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Newman), built 1972, S/N 1698R - [N5599X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5599X): [Lakeview Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAKEVIEW%20AVIATION%20INC), [Sanborn, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Sanborn), built 1972, S/N 1699R - [N5603X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5603X): [Boeing Co](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOEING%20CO), [Renton, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Renton), built 1973, S/N 1803R - [N5613X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5613X): [Bob Ruhe Ag Service LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOB%20RUHE%20AG%20SERVICE%20LLC), [Leipsic, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Leipsic), built 1973, S/N 1818R - [N5642X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5642X): [Scott Cattle Company LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCOTT%20CATTLE%20COMPANY%20LLC), [Burlington, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Burlington), built 1973, S/N 1842R - [N5644X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5644X): [Bellamy Mark A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BELLAMY%20MARK%20A), [Freeville, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Freeville), built 1973, S/N 1844R - [N5646X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5646X): [Fountain Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FOUNTAIN%20INC), [Moscow, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Moscow), built 1973, S/N 1846R - [N5658X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5658X): [Rca Aviation Ltd](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RCA%20AVIATION%20LTD), [Northwood, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Northwood), built 1973, S/N 1858R - [N5661X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5661X): [Carson Glen W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CARSON%20GLEN%20W), [Garber, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Garber), built 1973, S/N 1861R - [N5662X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5662X): [Chorman Jeffrey A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHORMAN%20JEFFREY%20A), [Milford, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Milford), built 1973, S/N 1862R - [N5663X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5663X): [Mid Continent Aircraft Corp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MID%20CONTINENT%20AIRCRAFT%20CORP), [Hayti, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Hayti), built 1973, S/N 1863R - [N5679X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5679X): [Vanderpool Gary W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VANDERPOOL%20GARY%20W), [Alamo, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Alamo), built 1974, S/N 1879R - [N5680X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5680X): [Precision Aerial LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PRECISION%20AERIAL%20LLC), [Coleman, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Coleman), built 1974, S/N 1880R - [N5730X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5730X): [Carmichael Matthew G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CARMICHAEL%20MATTHEW%20G), [Presque Isle, ME](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ME/Presque%20Isle), built 1977, S/N 2385R - [N626RG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N626RG): [Goering Ryan I](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GOERING%20RYAN%20I), [Prineville, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Prineville), S/N 1660R - [N704SF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N704SF): [Schindler Flying Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHINDLER%20FLYING%20INC), [Neligh, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Neligh), built 1969, S/N 1500R - [N8807Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8807Q): [Bluestem Aerial Sprayers LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BLUESTEM%20AERIAL%20SPRAYERS%20LLC), [Cushing, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Cushing), built 1969, S/N 1507R - [N8810Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8810Q): [West Valley Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WEST%20VALLEY%20AVIATION%20INC), [Five Points, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Five%20Points), built 1970, S/N 1510R - [N8811Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8811Q): [Randy Goering Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RANDY%20GOERING%20INC), [Bend, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Bend), built 1969, S/N 1511R - [N8815Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8815Q): [Farm & Ranch Aviation Co](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FARM%20%26%20RANCH%20AVIATION%20CO), [Deming, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Deming), built 1970, S/N 1515R - [N8817Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8817Q): [Ruhe Sales LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RUHE%20SALES%20LLC), [Leipsic, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Leipsic), built 1970, S/N 1517R - [N8828Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8828Q): [Mamuzich Robert J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MAMUZICH%20ROBERT%20J), [Deming, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Deming), built 1970, S/N 1528R - [N8841Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8841Q): [Hawke Ag Aviation](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HAWKE%20AG%20AVIATION), [Oakdale, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Oakdale), S/N 1671R - [N8865Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8865Q): [Olsem Aerial Application Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OLSEM%20AERIAL%20APPLICATION%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Westbrook, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Westbrook), built 1969, S/N 1465R - [N8866Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8866Q): [Schott Ag Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHOTT%20AG%20AIR%20LLC), [Burns, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Burns), built 1969, S/N 1466R - [N8878Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8878Q): [Augustin Don M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AUGUSTIN%20DON%20M), [Crystal, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Crystal), built 1969, S/N 1478R - [N887AT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N887AT): [Agri-Air Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AGRI-AIR%20INC), [Chamberlain, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Chamberlain), built 1973, S/N 1725R All 60: https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-s2r/aircraft.md ## NTSB investigations (211, newest 50) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB CEN24LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA229), Jun 13, 2024: Aero Commander S2R (N1746S), White, SD, substantial damage. Probable cause: A low-level collision and engine ingestion with ducks, which resulted in a total loss of engine power, a forced landing, and a subsequent nose over. - [NTSB CEN22LA280](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN22LA280), Jun 21, 2022: Aero Commander S2R (N795MB), Maryville, MO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain control during the landing with a quartering tailwind. - [NTSB CEN21LA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN21LA133), Feb 9, 2021: Aero Commander S2R (N5679X), Alamo, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The partial loss of engine power due to water-contaminated fuel. - [NTSB CEN20LA294](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN20LA294), Jul 20, 2020: Rockwell S2R (N1662S), Harlan, IA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The fatigue fracture of the upper rudder hinge that resulted in a partial separation of the rudder from the airplane during a spray pass. - [NTSB ERA19LA238](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA19LA238), Jul 25, 2019: Aero Commander S2R (N5680X), Cuthbert, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The failure of the No. 1 bearing due to fatigue which resulted in a partial loss of engine power. The reason for the bearing failure could not be determined based on the available information. - [NTSB GAA19CA283](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA283), May 24, 2019: Rockwell S2R (N5569X), Grangeville, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack while turning at low altitude, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. - [NTSB CEN18LA332](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN18LA332), Aug 15, 2018: Aero Commander S2R (N5521X), Westbrook, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: A runway excursion during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. - [NTSB CEN18LA278](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN18LA278), Jul 17, 2018: Aero Commander S2R (N5553X), Vinton, IA, substantial damage. Probable cause: Loss of throttle control input due to a failure in the throttle control system. Contributing to the accident was the inadequate inspection and reinstallation of worn parts by maintenance personnel. - [NTSB CEN17CA120](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN17CA120), Mar 2, 2017: Aero Commander S2R (N1755S), Fairmont, OK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a power line while conducting agricultural spray operations. - [NTSB CEN16FA328](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16FA328), Aug 19, 2016: Aero Commander S2R (N8870Q), Center, CO, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during a low-level maneuver, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. - [NTSB CEN16LA314](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA314), Aug 5, 2016: Aero Commander S2R (N5599X), Valley City, ND, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and fuel planning, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. - [NTSB CEN11CA637](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA637), Sep 1, 2011: Aero Commander S2R (N8962Q), Park Rapids, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB CEN11LA543](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA543), Aug 3, 2011: Aero Commander S2R (N1735S), Washington, IA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination of the airframe and engine did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. - [NTSB WPR11CA252](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR11CA252), Jun 7, 2011: Aero Commander S2R (N3662X), Odessa, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the other aircraft. - [NTSB CEN10LA555](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA555), Sep 23, 2010: Aero Commander S2R (N8820Q), Pocahontas, AR, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to abort the takeoff in a timely manner. Contributing to the accident was the weight of the airplane and the high ambient temperature. - [NTSB CEN10LA422](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA422), Jul 22, 2010: Aero Commander S2R (N51AR), McCook, NE, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate visual lookout during taxi, which resulted in a collision with a parked airplane. - [NTSB CEN10LA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10LA236), May 3, 2010: Aero Commander S2R (N5531X), DeWitt, AR, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot did not maintain clearance from terrain for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB CEN09LA355](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA355), Jun 12, 2009: Aero Commander S2R (N1734S), Cordova, IL, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance with terrain after clearing an obstacle during an agricultural application pass. - [NTSB CHI08CA176](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI08CA176), Jul 6, 2008: Aero Commander S2R (N5519X), Clontarf, MN, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power transmission lines. Contributing to the accident was the power transmission lines. - [NTSB CHI07LA162](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA162), Jun 5, 2007: Aero Commander S2R (N8835Q), Watford City, ND, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The agricultural pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the terrain while maneuvering to avoid power lines. The power lines were a contributing factor in the accident. - [NTSB CHI05CA185](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI05CA185), Jul 14, 2005: Aero Commander S2R (N8962Q), Walnut, IL, substantial damage. Probable cause: Fuel exhaustion due to the pilot's inadequate in-flight planning/decision. A contributing factor was the corn field. - [NTSB LAX04CA323](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04CA323), Sep 18, 2004: Aero Commander S2R (N8822Q), Firebaugh, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: the failure of the pilot to maintain clearance from high tension wires in dark night conditions. The reason for the loss of engine power after the wire collision was not determined. - [NTSB LAX03LA230](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03LA230), Jul 10, 2003: Aero Commander S2R (N8912Q), Tulelake, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and failure to remove the gust lock, which resulted in his loss of airplane control. - [NTSB LAX03LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03LA158), May 21, 2003: Ayres S2R-T34 (N5653X), Willows, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason during an aerial application. - [NTSB CHI03LA106](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA106), Apr 13, 2003: Aero Commander S2R (N5519X), Benson, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB SEA02LA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA166), Aug 21, 2002: Aero Commander S2R Thrush (N8870Q), Connell, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to adequately compensate for wind conditions and his failure to maintain directional control. Factors include rough uneven terrain. - [NTSB LAX02LA246](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02LA246), Aug 5, 2002: Aero Commander S2R-T34 (N8822Q), Los Banos, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain an adequate airspeed while maneuvering, which resulted in an inadvertent stall. - [NTSB MIA02LA135](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA02LA135), Jul 17, 2002: Aero Commander S2R (N8943Q), Cochran, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of power while conducting aerial application to cotton crops due to failure of a magneto housing, and the resultant emergency descent and landing to an unsuitable field, causing the collision… - [NTSB CHI01LA251](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI01LA251), Jul 31, 2001: Aero Commander S2R (N5551X), Pierre, SD, destroyed. Probable cause: clearance not obtained by the pilot. A contributing factor was the transmission line. - [NTSB SEA00LA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA00LA059), Mar 31, 2000: Aero Commander S2R (N3662X), Odessa, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: Disintegration of a lining of the right brake and subsequent lodging of brake lining debris between the brake housing and brake disc, resulting in seizure of the right brake. A factor was that… - [NTSB FTW99LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA097), Mar 19, 1999: Aero Commander S2R (N5647X), Hobart, OK, destroyed. Probable cause: The loss of engine power due to an undetermined reason. A factor was the ditch. - [NTSB MIA98LA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA98LA244), Sep 9, 1998: Aero Commander S2R (N3652X), Malone, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: a loss of engine power due to a chaffed ignition wires, resulting in a forced landing and subsequent impact with trees. - [NTSB FTW98LA363](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA363), Aug 18, 1998: Aero Commander S2R (N1731S), Beeville, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control and the ensuing inadvertent stall. - [NTSB FTW98LA257](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA257), Jun 6, 1998: Aero Commander S2R (N1765S), Hondo, TX, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The inadvertent stall due to the pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane. Factors were the high winds and the wind induced turbulence. - [NTSB FTW98LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA171), Apr 4, 1998: Aero Commander S2R (N8984Q), Cushing, OK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The total loss of engine power resulting from a sheared accessory drive due to an undetermined reason. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. - [NTSB FTW97LA137](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA137), Mar 21, 1997: Aero Commander S2R (N8985Q), Dilley, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: failure of the pilot to maintain adequate airspeed, while maneuvering over high transmission line(s), which resulted in a stall/mush and collision with the terrain. The unfavorable weather condition… - [NTSB SEA97LA002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA97LA002), Oct 4, 1996: Rockwell S2R (N8957Q), Glide, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: failure of the pilot to perform an adequate preflight inspection, which led to fuel exhaustion and subsequent loss of power. Factors relating to the accident were: false indications of cockpit fuel… - [NTSB FTW96LA346](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW96LA346), Aug 11, 1996: Aero Commander S2R (N8992Q), Hatch, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: a loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing. - [NTSB MIA96LA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96LA183), Jul 13, 1996: Rockwell S2R (N3695X), Belzoni, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: fatigue failure of the #5 cylinder skirt, which resulted in debris that caused the oil scavenge pump to fail, oil starvation, cam drive seizure, loss of engine power, and a subsequent forced landing… - [NTSB CHI95LA265](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA265), Aug 3, 1995: Aero Commander S2R (N5663X), Wyatt, MO, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's failure to use carburetor heat which led to carburetor ice. Factors were weather conditions conducive to carburetor icing and the unsuitable terrain encountered during the forced landing. - [NTSB LAX95LA261](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA261), Jul 21, 1995: Aero Commander S2R (N5609X), Huron, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN SUFFICIENT ALTITUDE ABOVE THE GROUND AFTER DIVERTING HIS ATTENTION TO READ A MAP. FACTORS RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: DARKNESS, WHICH REDUCED THE PILOT'S VISUAL… - [NTSB FTW95LA283](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA283), Jul 7, 1995: Aero Commander S2R (N8972Q), Widener, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR AN UNDETERMINED REASON. THE PROXIMITY OF POWER LINES (OBSTRUCTION) WAS A RELATED FACTOR. - [NTSB SEA95LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA143), Jul 6, 1995: Aero Commander S2R (N3662X), Odessa, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO A CRACKED CYLINDER. - [NTSB FTW95LA282](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA282), Jul 6, 1995: Aero Commander S2R (N5654X), Newport, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: A DISCONNECTED THROTTLE PUSH PULL ROD, DUE TO INADEQUATE MAINTENANCE. A FACTOR RELATING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: THE LACK OF SUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE FORCED LANDING. - [NTSB FTW95LA145](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW95LA145), Mar 23, 1995: Aero Commander S2R (N5561X), Gillett, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE ENGINE MAIN ROD BEARING SEIZED TO THE CRANKSHAFT DUE TO WORN MASTER ROD METAL PIECES BLOCKING THE OIL PASSAGES. A FACTOR WAS AN ENGINE OVERHAUL WAS NOT PERFORMED BY COMPANY MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL. - [NTSB ATL95LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA004), Oct 5, 1994: Aero Commander S2R (N8971Q), Ashburn, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE FAILURE OF A BLADE COUNTERWEIGHT BEARING SHAFT, ALLOWING ONE PROPELLER BLADE TO GO TO HIGH PITCH. - [NTSB LAX94LA379](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA379), Sep 26, 1994: Rockwell S2R (N8874Q), Visalia, CA, destroyed. Probable cause: the pilot failed to maintain an adequate visual lookout and collided with power lines which resulted in an in-flight loss of control and subsequent collision with terrain. - [NTSB LAX94LA327](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA327), Aug 19, 1994: Aero Commander S2R (N8843Q), Firebaugh, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: the loss of engine power due to the failure of the number 2 cylinder head. A factor was the dark night conditions which inhibited the pilot's ability to visually detect ground obstructions in the… - [NTSB MIA94LA172](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA94LA172), Jul 3, 1994: Aero Commander S2R (N8820Q), Rolling Fork, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER FOR UNDETERMINED CAUSES. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE UNSUITABLE TERRAIN ENCOUNTERED DURING THE FORCED LANDING. - [NTSB SEA94LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA94LA131), May 28, 1994: Rockwell S-2R (N5642X), Touchet, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE COMPENSATION FOR WIND CONDITIONS. THE WIND GUSTS WERE A FACTOR. All 211: https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-s2r/ntsb.md ## FAA accident and incident reports (247, newest 50) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20240613005769A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240613005769A), Jun 13, 2024: Aero Commander S2R (N1746S), Brookings, SD, Substantial damage. On June 13, 2024, at 1555 (local CDT), an Aero Commander, model S2R aircraft [privacy data omitted]by a commercial spray company was working NE of brooking, SD… - [Accident 20220621005059A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220621005059A), Jun 21, 2022: Aero Commander S2R (N795MB), Maryville, MO, Substantial damage. The pilot reported that on landing, the aircraft bounced and caught a gust of crosswind. The aircraft had insufficient airspeed to correct for the crosswind,… - [Accident 20210209001149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210209001149A), Feb 9, 2021: Aero Commander S2R (N5679X), Alamo, TX, Substantial damage. On February 9, 2021 at 1735 CDT Alamo Texas, N5679X an Aero Commander SR2 thrush operating on a part 137 certificate from (43TX) mid-valley dusters inc.,… - [Accident 20200720010609A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200720010609A), Jul 20, 2020: Aero Commander S2R (N1662S), Harlan, IA, Minor damage. Pilot was on a spray run when the aircraft started yawing to the left and pitching down. The pilot had both hands on the stick pulling back to keep from… - [Accident 20190725024189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190725024189A), Jul 25, 2019: Aero Commander S2R (N5680X), Cuthbert, GA, Substantial damage. Less than 5 min into 137 flt, 6 mi enroute to dusting op approx. 10 mi se of K25J, pilot noticed strong oil smell and 1/2 normal ng and dropping for config.… - [Incident 20190621007749I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190621007749I), Jun 21, 2019: Aero Commander S2R (N3698X), Kankakee, IL, Minor damage. Pilot was ferrying airplane from Kankakee, IL to north carolina. After departure and about 8 miles southeast, the pilot noticed the low oil pressure light and… - [Accident 20190524005099A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190524005099A), May 24, 2019: Aero Commander S2R (N5569X), Grangeville, ID, Substantial damage. Pilot was practicing aerial application over uncle's farm with load of water. Maneuvered to avoid uncle's house and to execute a 180 degree turn to start a new… - [Accident 20180815011589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180815011589A), Aug 15, 2018: Aero Commander S2R (N5521X), Westbrooke, MN, Substantial damage. Pilot aborted takeoff due to perceived loss of power. Aircraft then went off end of runway at high speed, and flipped over after travelling 600 feet through… - [Accident 20180717011459A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180717011459A), Jul 17, 2018: Aero Commander S2R (N5553X), Vinton, IA, Substantial damage. Upon landing runway 9, pilot was unable to reduce engine power so a go-around was initiated. During the downwind approach throttle input was needed to maintain… - [Incident 20180715011289I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180715011289I), Jul 15, 2018: Aero Commander S2R (N5644X), Farmer City, IL, Minor damage. Aircraft flying return trip to base experianced a loss of power, engine was vibrating and smoking, pilot landed in a corn field, no injuries reported. - [Accident 20170302001949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170302001949A), Mar 2, 2017: Aero Commander S2R (N1755S), Fairmont, OK, Destroyed. At approximately 1500 local on 2 March 2017, N1755S a Aero Commander S25 aerial application airplane, made contact with a power line and crashed in a pasture… - [Accident 20160819014599A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160819014599A), Aug 19, 2016: Aero Commander S2R (N8870Q), Center, CO, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On 08/19/2016 at aprox. 10:25 N8870Q an Aero Commander S2R took off from Monte Vista Municipal Airport (kmvi). The aircraft was scheduled to spray a field 14.5… - [Accident 20160805013309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160805013309A), Aug 5, 2016: Aero Commander S2R (N5599X), Sanborn, ND, Substantial damage. Travelled to rural Sanborn, ND, with FAA inspector kelly bosch. Met with [privacy data omitted] at approx. 8:30AM August 9, 2016. [privacy data omitted]… - [Incident 20150731012969I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150731012969I), Jul 31, 2015: Aero Commander S2R (N5598X), Iowa City, IA, Minor damage. The ag aircraft struck a highline wire climbing out of the field during aerial application operations. Only the right main landing gear tire made contact with… - [Incident 20140316003779I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140316003779I), Mar 16, 2014: Aero Commander S2R (N8833Q), Rigby, ID, Minor damage. The aircraft lost power and the airman landed the plane in a field near Rigby, ID airport. The airman was flying in the pattern when he lost power. The… - [Accident 20110901021229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110901021229A), Sep 1, 2011: Aero Commander S2R (N8962Q), Park Rapids, MN, Destroyed. While returning to pkd after aerial aplication, the aircraft experienced RPM loss. Unable to maintain altitude the pilot executed an emergency landing on a… - [Accident 20110803016709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110803016709A), Aug 3, 2011: Aero Commander S2R (N1735S), Washington, IA, Destroyed. After taking on 75 gallons of fuel and 400 gallons of chemical, pilot departed Washington municipal airport, Washington, Iowa on runway 18. Shortly after take… - [Accident 20110607011331A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110607011331A), Jun 7, 2011: Aero Commander S2R (N3662X), Odessa, WA, Substantial damage. N3662X piloted by [privacy data omitted] was running at the loading pit prior to takeoff. N6072X piloted by [privacy data omitted] was taxiing in, he had the… - [Incident 20110511011069I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110511011069I), May 11, 2011: Aero Commander S2R (N5553X), Eureka, WA, Minor damage. During agricultural opertions the pilot surveyed the field to be sprayed and then commenced his spray runs. Pilot stated that as he was applying fungicide to… - [Accident 20100923046969A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100923046969A), Sep 23, 2010: Aero Comman S2R (N8820Q), Pocahontas, AR, Destroyed. On September 23, 2010 at approximately 0930 CDT, N8820Q, a Aero commander S-2R was being operated in a FAR 137 agricultural operation near Pocahontas,… - [Accident 20100722039372A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100722039372A), Jul 22, 2010: Aero Comman S2R (N51AR), Mccook, NE, Destroyed. On July 22, 2010, [privacy data omitted], was taxiing for takeoff in Aero commander, N51AR. Pilot [privacy data omitted] failed to observe Piper, PA-18-150,… - [Accident 20100503032909A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100503032909A), May 3, 2010: Aero Comman S2R (N5531X), Dewitt, AR, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On may 3, 2010 at approximately 1630CST, an agriculture aircraft, N5531X, an Aero commander S2R, departed Dewitt county airport in Arkansas to spray 3 fields.… - [Accident 20090115001509A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090115001509A), Jan 15, 2009: N3107C, No damage. While decending for a low altitude seeding pass, propeller RPM was increased and an engine vibration was felt. As power was increased, the vibration increased… - [Accident 20080706840709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080706840709A), Jul 6, 2008: Ayres S2R600 (N5519X), Benson, MN, Destroyed. As the pilot was spraying a wheat field, he failed to see the two seats of power lines at the beginning of the field. The pilot stated he saw the first two… - [Accident 20070605012159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070605012159A), Jun 5, 2007: Ayres S2R (N8835Q), Watford City, ND, Destroyed, 1 fatal. (-23) Left wing struck the ground. The entire aircraft came to rest with the engine separated from the fuselage. Subsequently a fire ignited destroying the… - [Accident 20050714023849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050714023849A), Jul 14, 2005: Ayres S2R (N8962Q), Walnut, IL, Substantial damage. (-23) Upon returning from an aerial spray, the pilot [privacy data omitted] stated his fuel guages were at 1/4 each when the engine failed. He attempted to… - [Accident 20040918022049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040918022049A), Sep 18, 2004: Ayres S2R (N8822Q), Firebaugh, CA, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot was spraying a field at night, flying under high tension powerlines suspended by towers, that converged into his flight path. Thinking he was at… - [Accident 20030710018909A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030710018909A), Jul 10, 2003: Ayres S2R (N8912Q), Tulelake, CA, Destroyed. (-23) The pilot forgot or overlooked removing the right aileron to flap gust lock during the preflight. At rotation speed the pilot put some flaps down to aid… - [Accident 20030521010799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030521010799A), May 21, 2003: Ayres S2R (N5653X), Willows, CA, Substantial damage. (-23) Aircraft was applying copper sulfate to a field north of Willows, California. After application pass, pilot made a hard pull-up. The pilot reported that… - [Accident 20030412009389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030412009389A), Apr 12, 2003: Ayres S2R (N5519X), Benson, MN, Substantial damage. (-23) On 04/12/03, at 2000 CDT, an aero commander (Ayres) S2R, owned by Benson air ag, inc. and operated by Douglas jackson forced landed during an aerial… - [Accident 20020821023519A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020821023519A), Aug 21, 2002: Ayres S2R (N8870Q), Connell, WA, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot reported severe wind gust (dust devil) after landing which caused him to lose control of the aircraft. Aircraft came to a rest after ground loop… - [Accident 20020805017049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020805017049A), Aug 5, 2002: Ayres S2R (N8822Q), Losbanos, CA, No damage. (-23) On 08-05-02 at approximately 0615 hours PDT, Mr. Handy, a commercial pilot working for vance theil, inc., was engaged in agricultural aerial application… - [Accident 20020717020169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020717020169A), Jul 17, 2002: Ayres S2R (N8943Q), Cochran, GA, No damage. (-23) Upon further investigation of engine found engine magneto case busted, which would confirm pilot's story of total power lost. - [Accident 20010731017959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010731017959A), Jul 31, 2001: Ayres S2R (N5551X), Pierre, SD, No damage. (-23) On July 31, 2001, at 1100 central daylight time, a thrush S2R, N5551X, owned and piloted by cecil ice of Pierre, SD, a commercial pilot, was… - [Incident 20000928029899I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000928029899I), Sep 28, 2000: Ayres S2R (N8943Q), Cochran, GA, Minor damage. (-23)[privacy data omitted] was the PIC of N8943Q which was engaged in agricultural operations at the time of the incident. [privacy data omitted] Stated that… - [Incident 20000629028379I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000629028379I), Jun 29, 2000: Ayres S2R (N82494), Stephen, MN. (-23)[privacy data omitted] was spraying a field with tilt fungicide when the aircraft's engine lost all power. After dumping what was left in the hopper, an… - [Accident 20000331008549A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000331008549A), Mar 31, 2000: Ayres S2R (N3662X), Odessa, WA, No damage. (-23) Pilot reported that the aircraft right brake locked while landing at the Odessa, WA. Airport causing the aircraft to suddenly swerve to the right and… - [Incident 20000329022459I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000329022459I), Mar 29, 2000: Ayres S2R (N3063Q), Goodyear, AZ, Minor damage. (-23)Was spraying field during climb out aircraft lost power. Pilot landed in alfalfa field causing minor damage to aircraft. No injuries. It was later found… - [Incident 19991111036769I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19991111036769I), Nov 11, 1999: Ayres S2R (N8973Q), Suprise, AZ, Minor damage. (-23) After expelling chemical load pilot was in cruise flt returning to home base when powerplant power setting/rpm would not follow cockpit trottle movement.… - [Accident 19990319002579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990319002579A), Mar 19, 1999: Ayres S2R (N5647X), Hobart, OK, Destroyed. (.19) On March 19, 1999, at 1907 central standard time, an aero commander S2R, agricultural airplane, N5647X, struck a ditch during a forced landing. The… - [Incident 19981015033979I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19981015033979I), Oct 15, 1998: Ayres S2R (N3063Q), Litchfield, AZ, Minor damage. Pilot just completed aerial application, banked a/c sharply, fuel pump (engine driven only) cavitated and engine quit. Pilot landed in field striking, barbed… - [Incident 19980919037059I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980919037059I), Sep 19, 1998: Ayres S2RR1340REST (N3662X), Odessa, WA. (-5) On 09/19/98, approximately 0830 LCL while enroute from spraying location to airfield, the aircraft started losing power. The pilot landed on an op en… - [Accident 19980909029959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980909029959A), Sep 9, 1998: Ayres S2R (N3652X), Malone, FL, Destroyed. (.4)The pilot stated that he was approximately three miles west of the airstrip when the engine lost all power. He stated, '...I was 600 to 700 feet AGL., I… - [Accident 19980818021249A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980818021249A), Aug 18, 1998: Ayres S2R (N1731S), Beeville, TX, Substantial damage. Acft lost power on takeoff and crashed into a field. On August 18,1998, at 1707 central daylight time, an aero commander S2R agricultural airplane, N1731S,… - [Incident 19980709030669I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980709030669I), Jul 9, 1998: Ayres S2R (N3669X), Glyndon, MN. At 1830 CDT on July 9, 1998, deputy sheriff dion bredman, of the clay county sheriffs department, noticed a spray plane come to rest in the middle of a bean… - [Accident 19980606012419A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980606012419A), Jun 6, 1998: Ayres S2R (N1765S), Hondo, TX, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Acft crashed under unkn circumstances, pilot suffered fatal inj, acft was destroyed, Hondo, TX. (.4) the agricultural airplane stalled during the turn from… - [Incident 19980510022979I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980510022979I), May 10, 1998: Ayres S2R (N8978Q), Ft Worth, TX. Reported radios inop. Was told to wait for light signals. Disreguarded ATC intructions. Departed afw landed. - [Accident 19980404005579A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980404005579A), Apr 4, 1998: Ayres S2R (N8984Q), Cushing, OK, Substantial damage. (.4)During the initial takeoff/climb loss of manifold pressure was noted by the pilot. The engine backfired as the pilot increased the throttle and mixture and… - [Incident 19970801026419I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970801026419I), Aug 1, 1997: Ayres S2R (N5521X), Interlaken, NY, Minor damage. Narrative: on Friday, August 1, 1997, at 0630 local time, an aero commander thrush S2R, N5521X, owned by savannah agri-air, inc. savannah, NY departed ovid, NY… - [Accident 19970321003439A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970321003439A), Mar 21, 1997: Ayres S2RR1340REST (N8985Q), Dilley, TX, Substantial damage. Encountered deae air. Settled. Began dumping. Pulled up to miss wires. Stalled and hit ground. Possible over gross. (-23) pilot had begun spray run across… All 247: https://openairdocs.org/model/aero-commander-s2r/incidents.md ## Service difficulty reports (23) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2020FA0000111](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2020FA0000111), Apr 5, 2019: SPAR CAP. NICKED. A NICK WAS FOUND IN THE RIGHT WING UPPER SPAR CAP AT WS 68.0 DURING THE ANNUAL INSPECTION. AN EDDY CURRENT INSPECTION WAS ACCOMPLISHED WHICH CONFIRMED A CRACK A - [SDR 2018FA0000331](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2018FA0000331), Aug 2, 2018: THROTTLE ARM. WORN. THE PILOT WAS UNABLE TO DECREASE ENGINE RPM, INITIATED A GO AROUND. ON THE SECOND APPROACH THE PILOT NEEDED TO INCREASE RPM AND FOUND THAT ALL THROTTLE CONTROL - [SDR CA120903006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA120903006), Aug 27, 2012: ENGINE. FAILED. (CAN) DURING AERIAL APPLICATION OPERATIONS, THE PILOT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND SUBSEQUENTLY LOST ENGINE POWER. THE PILOT GOT RID OF THE HOPPER CONTENTS BEFORE MAK - [SDR 2011FA0000539](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000539), Aug 22, 2011: ENGINE. FAILED. ENGINE FAILED JUST AFTER TAKEOFF, FOR UNKNOWN REASONS RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. PILOT REPORTED HEARING A LOUD "BANG" COME FROM THE ENGINE WITH A SUDDEN LOSS OF - [SDR CA100903004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA100903004), Jul 9, 2010: ENGINE. FAILED. ACCIDENT WHILE CONDUCTING AGRICULTURAL SPRAYING OPERATIONS, THE ACFT EXPERIENCED AN UNCOMMANDED RETURN TO FLIGHT IDLE OF THE ENGINE THAT WAS UNRECOVERABLE RESUL - [SDR 2010FA0000093](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0000093), Jan 14, 2010: SPAR. CRACKED. TOP RUDDER ATTACH BRACKET CRACKED OUT OF REAR SPAR ON THE VERTICAL FIN. NOTICED CRACK AT ANNUAL INSP. THE RUDDER BEARINGS ARE ALL FREE AND OK. POSSIBLY INSTALL - [SDR 2010FA0000022](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0000022), Jan 4, 2010: SPAR. CRACKED. TOP RUDDER ATTACH BRACKET CRACKED OUT OF REAR SPAR ON THE VERTICAL FIN. NOTICED CRACK AT ANNUAL INSPECTION. POSSIBLY INSTALL A HEAVIER REAR SPAR OR BEEF UPS IN - [SDR 2006FA0001197](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0001197), Sep 18, 2006: TRUSS. BROKEN. UPPER TRUSS TO SHOCK STRUT BROKE OFF GEAR LEG, ALLOWING LANDING GEAR TO COLLAPSE. THIS AIRCRAFT HAS BEEN USED FOR FUEL HAULING AND IS LANDING WITH HEAVY LOADS. - [SDR 2006FA0000015](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000015), Jan 4, 2006: DOOR. BULGED. CARBON MONOXIDE ENTRANCE INTO CABIN AREA. INCREASED AIRSPEED RESULTING FROM THIS COMBINATION CAUSED THE RT CABIN DOOR TO BULGE SLIGHTLY. PILOT CONCERNS ABOUT CA - [SDR 20010412CW004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20010412CW004), Dec 11, 2000: COUNTERWEIGHT. CRACKED. COUNTERWEIGHT SLUG CRACKED IN SLOTS. LOW TIME, HAVE SLUG. - [SDR 20000831SH021](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000831SH021), Jul 31, 2000: HOSE. RESTRICTED. HOSE INTER RUBBER EXPANDED TO RESTRICT FUEL FLOW AT FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE. PART TIME IN SERVICE: 281 HOURS. REF: S-2R ILLUSTRATED PARTS CATALOG FIG 2-7, ITEM 15, - [SDR 99ZZZX4127](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX4127), Sep 28, 1999: IMPELLER. BROKEN. CONDUCTING AERIAL APPLICATION, ENGINE SUDDENLY LOST POWER, EMERGENCY LANDING. INSPECTION DISCLOSED IMPELLER HAD FAILED WHICH RESTRICTED AIRFLOW. - [SDR 99ZZZX2809](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX2809), Jul 1, 1999: SEAL. WORN. DURING AN AG OPERATION, ENGINE LOST POWER. EMERGENCY OFF-AIRPORT LANDING ON ROAD. AIRCRAFT RAN OFF ROAD, DAMAGE TO PROP AND ONE WING TIP. FURTHER INVESTIGATION - [SDR CA990513005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990513005), May 5, 1999: BLADE. CORRODED. (CAN) INSPECTION FOUND THE PROPELLER BLADE FILLETS CORRODED ON BOTH BLADES AND THE COUNTERWEIGHTS (CWT) BUSHINGS CRACKED, TWO LONG BEARING RACES DENTED, ONE CAP - [SDR EY2R9600899](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600899), Jul 1, 1996: BLADE. CORRODED. BLADE, SN H13053, FOUND CORRODED. - [SDR EY2R9600898](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600898), Jul 1, 1996: BLADE. CORRODED. BLADE, SN H13052, FOUND CORRODED. - [SDR EY2R9600897](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600897), Jul 1, 1996: BLADE. CORRODED. BLADE, SN H13058, FOUND CORRODED. - [SDR EY2R9600668](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600668), May 1, 1996: BLADE. CORRODED. BLADE, SN E85574, FOUND CORRODED. - [SDR EY2R9600667](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600667), May 1, 1996: PILOT TUBE. CORRODED. PILOT TUBE FOUND CORRODED. - [SDR EY2R9600662](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600662), May 1, 1996: PILOT TUBE. CORRODED. PILOT TUBE FOUND CORRODED. - [SDR EY2R9600661](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600661), May 1, 1996: PILOT TUBE. CORRODED. PILOT TUBE FOUND CORRODED. - [SDR EY2R9600660](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600660), May 1, 1996: PILOT TUBE. CORRODED. PILOT TUBE FOUND CORRODED. - [SDR EY2R9600658](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/EY2R9600658), May 1, 1996: BEARING. CORRODED. BEARING CORRODED. ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Rockwell International S-2R](https://openairdocs.org/model/rockwell-international-s-2r): 94 registered aircraft, registry code 7630202 - [Ayres S-2R](https://openairdocs.org/model/ayres-s-2r): 44 registered aircraft, registry code 0970101 - [Rockwell International S-2R](https://openairdocs.org/model/rockwell-international-s-2r): 3 registered aircraft, registry code 7630205 - [Ayres S-2R](https://openairdocs.org/model/ayres-s-2r): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 0970113 - [Thrush S-2R](https://openairdocs.org/model/thrush-s-2r): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 8380309 - [Ayres S-2R](https://openairdocs.org/model/ayres-s-2r): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 0970114 - [North American Rockwell S-2R](https://openairdocs.org/model/north-american-rockwell-s-2r): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 6150135 - [Rockwell/Teach S-2R](https://openairdocs.org/model/rockwell-teach-s-2r): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 7630201 - [Rckwell Int'L-Ag Aero Distrib. S-2R](https://openairdocs.org/model/rckwell-int-l-ag-aero-distrib-s-2r): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 7630204 - [Rockwell International/Taylor S2R](https://openairdocs.org/model/rockwell-international-taylor-s2r): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 7630206 --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.