# Air Tractor AT-402 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 0390205 - Manufacturer (registry): AIR TRACTOR INC - Model: AT-402 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Turbo-prop - Seats: 1 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A17SW](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A17SW) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Air Tractor Inc. - Registered aircraft: 35 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/air-tractor-at-402 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. - [AD 2021-05-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-05-14): TE flap control system · Air Tractor AT-250, AT-300, AT-301 and 19 more. Effective Apr 29, 2021 - [AD 2009-11-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-11-05): Cracks in the engine mount · Air Tractor AT-400, AT-400A, AT-402 and 9 more. Effective Jun 1, 2009 - [AD 2006-08-08 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-08-08-R1): Wing lower spar cap · Winglets (Aero Spraying Service STC SA00490LA). Effective May 5, 2009 - [AD 2008-26-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-26-01): Overturn skid plate kit · Air Tractor AT-250, AT-300, AT-301 and 15 more. Effective Jan 28, 2009 - [AD 2008-21-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-21-08): Rudder and vertical fin hinge · Air Tractor AT-402, AT-402A and AT-402B. Effective Nov 20, 2008 - [AD 2005-13-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-13-12): Front and rear spar of the horizontal stabilizer · Air Tractor AT-300, AT-301, AT-302 and 11 more. Effective Aug 5, 2005 - [AD 2004-15-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-15-15): Aft Fuselage Upper Longeron · Air Tractor AT-401, AT-401B, AT-402 and 10 more. Effective Sep 7, 2004 - [AD 2003-07-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-07-04): Vertical Fin Front Spar Fittings · Air Tractor AT-300, AT-400, AT-400A and 8 more. Effective May 22, 2003 - [AD 98-25-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-25-01): Flap Actuator Overtravel Stop · Air Tractor AT-300, AT-301, AT-302 and 13 more. Effective Jan 19, 1999 - [AD 97-14-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-14-05): Fin Front Spar Attachment Fittings · Air Tractor AT-301, AT-302, AT-400 and 5 more. Effective Aug 25, 1997 - [AD 96-24-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-24-08): Parking Brake Valve · Air Tractor AT-250, AT-300, AT-301 and 7 more. Effective Dec 23, 1996 Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 2008-11-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-11-17) (historical): Overturn skid plate in the cockpit area · Air Tractor AT-250, AT-300, AT-301 and 14 more. Effective Jul 7, 2008 - [AD 2008-10-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-10-12) (historical): Cracks in the engine mount · Air Tractor AT-400, AT-400A, AT-402 and 9 more. Effective Jun 12, 2008 - [AD 2006-08-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-08-08) (historical): Wing lower spar cap · Air Tractor AT-400, AT-401, AT-401B and 3 more. Effective Apr 21, 2006 - [AD 2002-25-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-25-09) (historical): Overturn skid plate · Air Tractor AT-250, AT-300, AT-301 and 10 more. Effective Feb 10, 2003 - [AD 2002-19-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-19-10) (historical): Upper longeron and upper diagonal tube · Air Tractor AT-402, AT-402A, AT-402B and 3 more. Effective Nov 15, 2002 - [AD 2002-11-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-11-05) (historical): Wing Lower Spar Cap · Winglets (Aero Spraying Service STC SA00490LA). Effective Jul 12, 2002 - [AD 2001-10-04 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-10-04-R1) (historical): Wing Lower Spar Cap · Air Tractor AT-400, AT-400A, AT-401 and 11 more. Effective Jun 8, 2001 - [AD 2001-10-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-10-04) (historical): Wing Lower Spar Cap · Air Tractor AT-400, AT-401, AT-401B and 10 more. Effective Jun 8, 2001 - [AD 96-23-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-23-19) (historical): Flap Actuator Overtravel Stop · Air Tractor AT-300, AT-301, AT-302 and 13 more. Effective Dec 18, 1996 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (6) - [SAIB CE-16-27](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-16-27): Flight Controls, Trailing Edge (TE) Flap Control System. Issued Oct 31, 2016 - [SAIB CE-16-10](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-16-10): Stabilizers, Rudder Structure. Issued Dec 1, 2015 - [SAIB CE-11-57](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-57): Powerplant, Engine Mount Section. Issued Sep 14, 2011 - [SAIB CE-11-41](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-41): Fuselage, Wing Attach Fittings. Issued Jun 29, 2011 - [SAIB CE-11-30](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-30): Aircraft Structures. Issued May 9, 2011 - [SAIB CE-04-23](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-23): . Issued Dec 2, 2003 ## Registered aircraft (35) - [N1005V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1005V): [Gb Spraying LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GB%20SPRAYING%20LLC), [Bridgeport, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Bridgeport), built 1988, S/N 402-0694 - [N1012B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1012B): [Midwest Aerial Applicators LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MIDWEST%20AERIAL%20APPLICATORS%20LLC), [Whittington, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Whittington), built 1989, S/N 402-0712 - [N1017X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1017X): [Aaa Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AAA%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Donalsonville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Donalsonville), built 1989, S/N 402-0734 - [N1375F](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1375F): [Bank Of Utah Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BANK%20OF%20UTAH%20TRUSTEE), [Salt Lake City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Salt%20Lake%20City), built 2018, S/N 402B-1375 - [N1500E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1500E): [Vaughans Aircraft Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VAUGHANS%20AIRCRAFT%20LEASING%20LLC), [Claremore, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Claremore), S/N 402-0820 - [N1518Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1518Z): [Moss Jimmy David DBA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOSS%20JIMMY%20DAVID%20DBA), [Tillar, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Tillar), built 1991, S/N 402-0837 - [N1520Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1520Q): [Brekhus Julius P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BREKHUS%20JULIUS%20P), [Kenmare, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Kenmare), built 1991, S/N 402-0838 - [N15210](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N15210): [O'Hare R Mike](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/O'HARE%20R%20MIKE), [Clovis, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Clovis), built 1991, S/N 402-0840 - [N1529U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1529U): [Snider Scott E DBA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SNIDER%20SCOTT%20E%20DBA), [Turner, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Turner), built 1992, S/N 402-0849 - [N1531G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1531G): [Woodley Aerial Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WOODLEY%20AERIAL%20LEASING%20LLC), [Walnut, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Walnut), built 1992, S/N 402-0850 - [N1533S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1533S): [Mj Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MJ%20AVIATION%20INC), [Walnut Ridge, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Walnut%20Ridge), built 1991, S/N 402-0847 - [N1544R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1544R): [Ras Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RAS%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Elyria, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Elyria), built 1992, S/N 401-0864 - [N15570](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N15570): [Shearer Sprayers Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHEARER%20SPRAYERS%20INC), [The Dalles, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/The%20Dalles), built 1992, S/N 402-0884 - [N182PB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N182PB): [Dodson International Parts Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DODSON%20INTERNATIONAL%20PARTS%20INC), [Rantoul, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Rantoul), S/N 402-0806 - [N402DE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N402DE): [Deby Ag Leasing Lp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DEBY%20AG%20LEASING%20LP), [Wakarusa, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Wakarusa), built 1991, S/N 402-0807 - [N402SK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N402SK): [Oli Grow LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OLI%20GROW%20LLC), [Baskin, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Baskin), S/N 402-0895 - [N402SR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N402SR): [Oli Grow LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OLI%20GROW%20LLC), [Baskin, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Baskin), built 1994, S/N 402-0939 - [N420SA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N420SA): [Kingrey William S III](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KINGREY%20WILLIAM%20S%20III), [Richmond, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Richmond), built 1990, S/N 402-0776 - [N45123](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N45123): [Wood Flying Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WOOD%20FLYING%20INC), [Panhandle, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Panhandle), S/N 402-0753 - [N45196](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N45196): [Boettcher Aerial Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOETTCHER%20AERIAL%20INC), [Beloit, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Beloit), S/N 402-0755 - [N4523L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4523L): [Wiebe Albert](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WIEBE%20ALBERT), [Seminole, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Seminole), S/N 402-0757 - [N4532F](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4532F): [Woodley Aerial Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WOODLEY%20AERIAL%20LEASING%20LLC), [Walnut, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Walnut), built 1990, S/N 401-0769 - [N45363](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N45363): [South Delta Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTH%20DELTA%20AVIATION%20INC), [West Helena, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/West%20Helena), S/N 402-0774 - [N4540F](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4540F): [Woodley Aerial Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WOODLEY%20AERIAL%20LEASING%20LLC), [Walnut, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Walnut), built 1990, S/N 402-0784 - [N4541S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4541S): [Kankakee Valley Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KANKAKEE%20VALLEY%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Wanatah, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Wanatah), S/N 402-0778 - [N4552T](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4552T): [Mci Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCI%20LEASING%20LLC), [Decatur, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Decatur), S/N 402-0750 - [N45553](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N45553): [Racer Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RACER%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Moorestown, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Moorestown), built 1991, S/N 402-0818 - [N4555Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4555Y): [Devil Dusters Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DEVIL%20DUSTERS%20INC), [Artesia, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Artesia), built 1991, S/N 402-0812 - [N4556U](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4556U): [Air Care Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIR%20CARE%20LEASING%20LLC), [Lamar, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Lamar), built 1991, S/N 402-0815 - [N825BK](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N825BK): [Klein Flying Service](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KLEIN%20FLYING%20SERVICE), [Lawrenceville, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Lawrenceville), built 1993, S/N 402-0902 - [N84FC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N84FC): [Williams Fertilizer Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILLIAMS%20FERTILIZER%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Oregon, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Oregon), built 1994, S/N 402-0946 - [N90210](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N90210): [Robertson Crop Dusting Service Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROBERTSON%20CROP%20DUSTING%20SERVICE%20INC), [South Haven, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/South%20Haven), built 1992, S/N 402-0889 - [N9053S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9053S): [Shearer John W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHEARER%20JOHN%20W), [The Dalles, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/The%20Dalles), built 1992, S/N 402-0890 - [N9190V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9190V): [T&T Highcountry Flying Service LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/T%26T%20HIGHCOUNTRY%20FLYING%20SERVICE%20LLC), [Saint Anthony, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Saint%20Anthony), built 1993, S/N 402-0919 - [N926LA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N926LA): [Devil Dusters Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DEVIL%20DUSTERS%20INC), [Artesia, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Artesia), built 1993, S/N 402-0911 ## NTSB investigations (28) 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 CEN24LA246](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA246), Jun 30, 2024: Air Tractor AT-402 (N9185K), Helm, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain control, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact with terrain. - [NTSB CEN24LA216](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN24LA216), Jun 6, 2024: Air Tractor AT-402 (N45123), Perryton, TX, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during a low-level turn, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of airplane control at too low of an altitude to recover. - [NTSB CEN21LA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN21LA005), Oct 2, 2020: Air Tractor AT402 (N4540F), Egypt, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain clearance from a tree limb during a low-level aerial application flight. - [NTSB WPR20CA313](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR20CA313), Sep 20, 2020: Air Tractor AT 402 (N45027), Somerton, AZ, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to use full power during takeoff and his delayed decision to abort the takeoff, which resulted in a runway overrun and subsequent impact with terrain. - [NTSB CEN20LA234](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN20LA234), Jun 17, 2020: Air Tractor AT402 (N1532H), Pine Bluff, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack, which led to an aerodynamic stall and a loss of airplane control. Contributing was a partial loss of engine power for undetermined… - [NTSB GAA19CA010](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA010), Oct 8, 2018: Air Tractor AT 402 (N1500E), Crowley, LA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for takeoff, which resulted in a collision with vegetation and a subsequent loss of directional control. - [NTSB CEN17LA330](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN17LA330), Aug 24, 2017: Air Tractor AT 401 (N4532F), Pearsall, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The fatigue crack of an engine cylinder, which resulted in a partial loss of engine power. - [NTSB CEN16LA292](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA292), Jul 29, 2016: Air Tractor AT 402 (N1016G), Sac City, IA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate clearance from power lines. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's failure to circle over the field to identify hazards before beginning the aerial… - [NTSB CEN16LA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN16LA139), Mar 29, 2016: Air Tractor AT-402 (N4555E), Beyersville, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain visual separation from the power line due to a lack of identifiable and contrasting features, which led to an inflight collision with the line while maneuvering in… - [NTSB CEN11LA571](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11LA571), Aug 13, 2011: Air Tractor AT-402 (N10119), Uvalde, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain airspeed while maneuvering to avoid power lines during a precautionary landing, which resulted an aerodynamic stall. Contributing to the accident was the fluctuating… - [NTSB DEN08CA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08CA136), Aug 9, 2008: Air Tractor AT-402 (N4555Y), Dexter, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. - [NTSB DFW08CA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08CA116), Apr 25, 2008: Air Tractor AT-402 (N402SK), Carlsbad, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper decision to takeoff uphill with full fuel and fuel chemical load. A factor was the pilot's failure to calculate performance data. - [NTSB DFW07LA187](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW07LA187), Aug 20, 2007: Air Tractor AT-402 (N1027V), Cary, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The total loss of engine power due to a power turbine failure. Contributing to the accident were the lack of suitable terrain available to pilot for the forced landing and the low altitude. - [NTSB DFW05CA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW05CA079), Mar 2, 2005: Air Tractor AT-402 (N1518Z), Dumas, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance from the power lines. - [NTSB FTW04LA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA153), Jun 7, 2004: Air Tractor AT-402 (N182PB), Tucker, AR, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain control while manuevering during aerial application which resulted in impact with terrain. - [NTSB FTW04CA139](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04CA139), May 24, 2004: Air Tractor AT-402 (N45553), Beedeville, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing roll-out. Contributing factors were the crosswind and condition of the the runway. - [NTSB FTW02LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW02LA158), May 20, 2002: Air Tractor 402 (N91660), Hughes, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing factors were the malfunction of the tail wheel locking mechanism and the high vegetation along the sides of… - [NTSB CHI01LA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI01LA183), Jun 22, 2001: Air Tractor AT-402 (N91966), Catron, MO, substantial damage. Probable cause: the failure of the pilot to maintain clearance from the electrical wires. - [NTSB MIA99LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA99LA229), Aug 18, 1999: Air Tractor AT-402 (N1510Z), Holly Bluff, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain visual separation between his airplane and a tree while maneuvering during aerial application and the subsequent collision with the tree and the terrain. A factor in… - [NTSB FTW99LA226](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW99LA226), Aug 17, 1999: Air Tractor AT-402 (N4523L), Snyder, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as result of a leak in the engine fuel control. A factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. - [NTSB FTW98LA205](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW98LA205), May 7, 1998: Air Tractor AT-402 (N91660), Forrest City, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain clearance with terrain. Factors were the sunglare and the pilot's restriction to visibility due to chemicals on the windshield. - [NTSB FTW97LA127](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA127), Mar 17, 1997: Air Tractor AT-402 (N1524R), Pine Bluff, AR, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: failure of the pilot to see-and-avoid the tower. The proximity of the tower was a related factor. - [NTSB MIA96LA232](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96LA232), Sep 24, 1996: Air Tractor 402 (N9130M), Slocomb, AL, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed. - [NTSB ATL96LA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL96LA130), Sep 21, 1996: Air Tractor 402 (N1517G), Mayersville, MS, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: the pilot's misjudgment of his ground speed and distance to trees during the swath run, and his delayed pull-up at the end of the swath run, which resulted in his failure to remain clear of the… - [NTSB CHI94LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI94LA147), May 5, 1994: Air Tractor AT-402 (N91966), Sikeston, MO, substantial damage. Probable cause: a fatigue failure of a compressor blade which resulted in a catostrophic engine failure. - [NTSB FTW93FA245](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW93FA245), Aug 25, 1993: Air Tractor AT-402 (N1508X), La Barre, LA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: LOSS OF CONTROL FOR UNDETERMINED REASONS. - [NTSB FTW92LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW92LA131), May 13, 1992: Air Tractor AT-402 (N407JH), Taft, TX, minor damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT OF THE OTHER AIRPLANE DELAYED COMPENSATION FOR TURBULENCE. A FACTOR WAS THE TURBULENCE. - [NTSB FTW91DRG04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW91DRG04), Jul 21, 1991: Air Tractor AT-402 (N4523L), Taft, TX, minor damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TERRAIN CLEARANCE. ## FAA accident and incident reports (36) 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 20240630006469A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240630006469A), Jun 30, 2024: Air Tractor Inc AT-402 (N9185K), Leland, MS, Substantial damage. On the morning of June 30 2024, pilot of AT-402 was carrying loads of 350 gallons out of home strip. By late morning, temperature had reached upper 90'S. The… - [Accident 20240606005089A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240606005089A), Jun 6, 2024: Air Tractor Inc AT-402 (N45123), Spearman, TX, Destroyed. On June 6, 2024 at approximately 1424 CDT, an Air tractor 402 registered to and operated by a certificated 137 operator impacted terrain while on an aerial… - [Accident 20201002012259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20201002012259A), Oct 2, 2020: Air Tractor Inc AT-402 (N4540F), Egypt, AR, Substantial damage. On October 2, 2020 an Air tractor AT-402, N4540F, was conducting spraying operations in the area of Egypt, AR. While edging a rice field with defol 5 the… - [Accident 20200919012669A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200919012669A), Sep 19, 2020: Air Tractor Inc AT-402 (N45027), Somerton, AZ, Destroyed. On September 19, 2020 at approximately 20:20 local time, aircraft N45027, crashed off of the end of the runway at Somerton AZ. (AZ25). Upon further… - [Accident 20200617011219A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200617011219A), Jun 17, 2020: Air Tractor Inc AT-402 (N1532H), Pine Bluff, AR, Destroyed. On July 17, 2020 at apprx 1800 hrs local an AT-402, N1532H, sn 402-0852 was conducting aerial application operations dispensing urea at a field apprx 6 miles… - [Accident 20181008016749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20181008016749A), Oct 8, 2018: Air Tractor Inc AT-402 (N1500E), Crowley, LA, Substantial damage. On departure roll left wing caught tall grass on left side of aircraft. Aircraft was pulled into ditch on left side due to drag on left wing resulting in a… - [Accident 20170824013639A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170824013639A), Aug 24, 2017: Air Tractor Inc AT-401 (N4532F), Pearsall, TX, Substantial damage. Aircraft departed from T30 airfield in Pearsall, TX for a routine agricultural spraying application. During the flight, the aircraft lost power and made an… - [Accident 20160729011719A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160729011719A), Jul 29, 2016: Air Tractor Inc AT-402 (N1016G), Sac City, IA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Air tractor N1016G, took-off from carroll IA (cin) about 0900 CDT to apply an aerial application of insecticide and fungicide on a crop field approximately 1… - [Accident 20160329002959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160329002959A), Mar 29, 2016: Air Tractor Inc AT-402 (N4555E), Taylor, TX, Destroyed. At approximately 1730 hours the operator was exiting the field where he was conducting aerial application of a fungicide. He struck the power line on the north… - [Accident 20110813022059A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110813022059A), Aug 13, 2011: Air Tractor Inc AT-402 (N10119), Uvalde, TX, Destroyed. On August 13, 2011, an Air-tractor model at 402, single engine airplane crashed landed north on hwy 117 near Uvalde, TX. PIC reported of conducing part 137… - [Incident 20110723016599I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110723016599I), Jul 23, 2011: Air Tractor Inc AT-402 (N4555E), Nebraska City, NE, Minor damage. At 1215 CDT (1715Z) on July 23, 2011, N4555E, Air tractor AT-402, s/n 402-0811, taxied from the runway at the Nebraska City, NE airport (afk) to the ramp. The… - [Incident 20080824849479I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080824849479I), Aug 24, 2008: Airtrc AT402 (N1532H), Maquoketa, IA, Minor damage. (-23) Aircraft developed intermittent power while pilot circled forced landing area. Engine quit and pilot landed with minor damage to tailwheel and props… - [Accident 20080809844159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080809844159A), Aug 9, 2008: Airtrc AT402 (N4555Y), Dexter, NM, Substantial damage. (-23) On August 9, 2008 at 1245 MDT, a air tractor AT-402 registered to summers spraying service, departed the runway on landing at Richie crockett airstrip,… - [Accident 20080425844669A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080425844669A), Apr 25, 2008: Airtrc AT402 (N402SK), Carlsbad, NM, Substantial damage. (-23) The pilot in command attempted the first flight of the day with a full load of fuel and full hopper from a private airfield 10 miles south of artesia,… - [Accident 20070820017639A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070820017639A), Aug 20, 2007: Airtrc AT402 (N1027V), Cary, MS, Substantial damage. (-23) Aircraft lost power in flight. Witness heard a screech and a pop then saw smoke. Aircraft crashed in a cotton field. - [Incident 20050713016719I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050713016719I), Jul 13, 2005: Airtrc AT402 (N420SA), Orangeburg, SC, Minor damage. (-23) PIC reported that while preparing for aerial application (400 feet AGL) the engine quit. He attempted a forced landing on a hard surface road and while… - [Accident 20050302001939A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050302001939A), Mar 2, 2005: Airtrc AT402 (N1518Z), Dumas, AR, Substantial damage. (-23) On March 2, 2005, at approximately 1110 CDT, AT-402-402, N1518Z, an agricultural airplane, experienced substantial damage after impacting a power line… - [Accident 20040607012139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040607012139A), Jun 7, 2004: Airtrc AT402 (N182PB), Tucker, AR, Destroyed, 1 fatal. (-23) On 06/07/04, pilot craig coleman, certificate no. 431511758, while operating aircraft N182PB, an air tractor 402, while performing aerial application on… - [Accident 20040524009389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040524009389A), May 24, 2004: Airtrc AT402 (N4555E), Beedeville, AR, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot was landing aircraft in a strong, 90 degree crosswind and lost directional control when he went into "beta" range. - [Incident 20030621014429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030621014429I), Jun 21, 2003: Airtrc AT402 (N1012E), Almyra, AR, Minor damage. (-23) On June 21, 2003, at 0740 central daylight savings time, an air tractor at 402 agriculture airplane N1012E, recieved minor damage during a forced landing… - [Accident 20020520011209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020520011209A), May 20, 2002: Airtrc AT402 (N91660), Hughes, AR, No damage. (-23) On may 20, 2002, approximately 0740 central daylight time, an air tractor 402 agricultural airplane, N91660, sustained substantial damage while landing… - [Accident 20010621019609A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010621019609A), Jun 21, 2001: Airtrc AT402 (N91966), Catron, MO, No damage. (-23) The pilot was on his second spray flight of the day. His first was conducted in the morning and this flight was scheduled to follow, but due to weather,… - [Incident 20010217002009I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010217002009I), Feb 17, 2001: Airtrc AT402 (N9190V), Tulare, CA, Minor damage. (-23) On 2/17/01 at approx. 10:15 PST the a/c struck an electrical power line located at 21777 rd 68 Tulare CA. The power line was severed and the a/c… - [Incident 20000708035519I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000708035519I), Jul 8, 2000: Airtrc AT402 (N402Z), Hereford, TX, Minor damage. (-23)Aircraft was performing aerial application to chemicals to a cotton field approximately three miles south of Hereford TX, and one mile northeast of us hwy… - [Accident 19990818012649A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990818012649A), Aug 18, 1999: Airtrc AT402 (N1510Z), Holly Bluff, MS, Substantial damage. Acft was involved with aerial application when its right wing struck a tree, and the acft struck the ground and cartwheeled, other circumstances are unknown.… - [Accident 19990817012409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990817012409A), Aug 17, 1999: Airtrc AT402 (N4523L), Snyder, TX, Substantial damage. Acft engine failed during aerial application, the pilot made an emergency landing in a corn field, and the acft sustained substantial damage on landing. (-23)… - [Incident 19990518005439I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990518005439I), May 18, 1999: Airtrc AT402 (N9185K), Holly Bluff, MS, Minor damage. Acft struck power lines during aerial application, made an emergency landing in a field, the wheels became stuck in the ground, and the acft rolled over, other… - [Accident 19980507046869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980507046869A), May 7, 1998: Airtrc AT402 (N91660), Forrest City, AR, No damage. (-23) The pilot was making an easterly swath ren over a rice field. The sun was in the east (07:00 local time). The windshield had some spray particles on it… - [Accident 19970317003269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970317003269A), Mar 17, 1997: Airtrc AT402 (N1524R), Pine Bluff, AR, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Tty (-23) air tractor AT-402, N1524R, was destroyed when it impacted and antenna tower while maneuvering for a pass to apply fertilizer to a field of winter… - [Accident 19960924029659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960924029659A), Sep 24, 1996: Airtrc AT402 (N9130M), Slocomb, AL, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Made steep procedure turn stalled and impacted inverted. Entered high speed stall. Had prior same but walked away. - [Accident 19960921029039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960921029039A), Sep 21, 1996: Airtrc AT402 (N1517G), Mayersville, MS, Substantial damage, 1 fatal. Collided with trees at end of swath run. Spray run was downwind. Pull up was too late. - [Incident 19950604018159I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950604018159I), Jun 4, 1995: Airtrc AT402 (N1036P), Taft, TX, Minor damage. Narrative: pilot departed hunts airport at approx. 12:00 to spray 6 fields of cotton. On third field after about six spray passes were made, pilot flew under a… - [Incident 19940905032939I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940905032939I), Sep 5, 1994: Airtrc AT402 (N1529U), Greenwood, MS, Minor damage. Spraying cotton. Engine lost power. Landed in field. - [Accident 19940505010109A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940505010109A), May 5, 1994: Airtrc AT402 (N91966), Sikeston, MO, Substantial damage. Engine failed on takeoff. Aircraft pitched down violently and struck terrain. Compressor blade failure. - [Accident 19930824030229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930824030229A), Aug 24, 1993: Airtrc AT402 (N1508X), Labarre, LA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Flew into ground on a spray turn around. No evidence of preimpact failure of malfunction found in aircraft. - [Accident 19910721028679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910721028679A), Jul 21, 1991: Airtrc AT402 (N4523L), Taft, TX, Minor damage. On spray pass flew under wires at end of field and struck embankment. ## Service difficulty reports (4) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2005FA0001493](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001493), Oct 20, 2005: SPAR. SEPARATED. THE MAIN SPARS (PN 4500-01 AND 4500-02, RT AND LT) WERE BROKEN AWAY FROM THE WINGLET. WINGLETS AND SPAR ARE PART OF STC INSTALLATION. SPAR IS ATTACHED TO INSIDE - [SDR 96ZZZX2057](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX2057), Mar 19, 1996: FUEL DRAIN. FAILED. AFTER PERFORMING NUMEROUS ANNUALS ON AIRCRAFT USING THIS TYPE OF FUEL DRAIN, SUBMITTER FOUND CLOSE TO 15 PERCENT OF THE FUEL DRAINS CRACKED AT THE TOP OF THE DR - [SDR 95ZZZX1376](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX1376), Mar 10, 1995: STUB SHAFT. EXCESS WEAR. DURING 100-HOUR INSPECTION, NOTED EXCESSIVE BACKLASH IN AIR CONDITIONER DRIVE PULLEY. REMOVED DRIVE BRACKET INSTALLED UNDER STC SA00144AT. STUB SHAFT BETWEEN EN - [SDR 95ZZZX1377](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX1377), Mar 3, 1995: STUB SHAFT. EXCESS WEAR. DURING 100-HOUR INSPECTION, NOTED EXCESSIVE BACKLASH IN WAG CORP. AIR CONDITION DRIVE PULLEY. REMOVED PN 100-H BRACKET FROM ENGINE. FOUND EXCESSIVE WEAR ON SPLI ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (66, first 50) Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has. - [STC SA04484CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04484CH): Installation of a Reabe Aircraft Improvement Power Gate Control System. Reabe Design LLC - [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA04837NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04837NY): Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights. AeroLED's Holdings, LLC - [STC SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA09719AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09719AC): Installation electrostatic spray equipment and controls. Zee Systems Inc - [STC SA12204WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12204WI): Wing Spar Cap manufacturing process change. Air Tractor Inc - [STC SA03040CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03040CH): Installation of a digital payload hopper quantity and spray boom pressure indicating system. Reabe Design LLC - [STC SA12083IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12083IB): Installation of the Avia Propeller Ltd. model V508H/108/A propeller. MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH - [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA04046CH PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%201): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA01240SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01240SE): Installation of secondary voltage indication system. Visual Instruments LLC - [STC SA01995WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01995WI): Spray System Installation. See attached FAA Approved Model List (AML) SA01995WI for required data. Aeronautix, LLC - [STC SA04676CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04676CH): Installation of a True Quantity Gauge System. Reabe Design LLC - [STC SA01851WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01851WI): Installation of a Hydraulic Actuator and Auger. Texas Transland LLC - [STC SA00934SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00934SE): Fabrication and installation of the Fuel Flow Monitoring System. DV Aviation Inc - [STC SA02266SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02266SE): Installation of a Lever Throttle Quadrant. Kawak Aviation Technologies Inc - [STC SA02444AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02444AK): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed. ADS-B Technologies LLC - [STC SA00888SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00888SE): Option 1: Install Walter M601-E11S engine and a Hartzell HC-B3TW-3/T10282N+4 propeller or a Walter M601-E11 engine and an Avia V508-E-AG 106/A propeller per the Master Drawing List and Installation Instructions given in Approved Model List SA00888SE. (Note: Prior to July 17, 2002, the model M601-E11S engine was designated as the model M601-E11 engine). Option 2: Install a Walter M601-D11 engine and Avia V508-E-AG 106/A propeller per Cascade Flying Service Master Drawing List CFS-MDL-0001 Rev G, dated June 15, 2004, and Cascade Flying Service Document CFS-IM-107, Rev A, dated July 29, 2003, “Installation Instructions for Walter Turbine Installation on Air Tractor 300 & 400 Series Ag Aircraft,” or later FAA-approved revisions to these documents. NOTE: The Air Tractor model AT-400, AT-402B, AT-502, AT-502B, and AT-503A airplanes are not eligible for modification under option 2. Cascade Flying Service LLC - [STC SA02674SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02674SE): Installation of a Supplemental Lighting System. Aviation Specialties Unlimited Inc - [STC SA01714WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01714WI): Installation of a Garmin transponders: (a) GTX 330/330D/33/33D with ADS-B Out functionality; (b) GTX 335/335R/345/345R with ADS-B Out and In functionality; or (c) GTX 335R/345R with ADS-B Out functionality in select airplanes installed with G950/G1000 systems. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02135SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02135SE): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data). Electronics International Inc - [STC SA04165NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04165NY): Installation of Latitude Technologies Skynode S200 Satcom system must be performed. Latitude Technologies Corporation - [STC SA01435SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01435SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) Primary Engine Data Management System. J. P. Instruments - [STC SA01323CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01323CH): Installation of a ground single point fueling system. Turbine Conversions Ltd - [STC SA04145NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04145NY): Installation of the Flight Data Acquisition Storage and Transmission System (Fast). Amtech Aeronautical Limited - [STC SA00905SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00905SE): Install modified engine cowl. Cascade Flying Service LLC - [STC SA02205SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02205SE): Installation of a replacement airframe fuel pump in accordance with Cascade Flying Service Master Drawing List FW-CFS545-90, Rev. B, dated October 19, 2011, or later FAA approved revision. Cascade Aircraft conversions LLC - [STC SA01745WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01745WI): Installation of a Cable Cutter System on the Main Landing Gear. Hershey Flying Service Inc - [STC SA01845WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01845WI): Installation of a Center Windshield. Hershey Flying Services - [STC SA00382BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00382BO): Installation of Globalstar Antenna and Cradle provisions to support a Globalstar GPS-1700 in non-composite airplanes. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA02276AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02276AK): Installation of AMSAFE Aviation Inflatable Restraints. AMSAFE Inc - [STC SA02119SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02119SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of Garmin GDL 88 ADS-B UAT Transceiver System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA03439CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03439CH): Installation of a Hartzell Propeller model .HC-B4TN-3C/T10702NS (4 Blade). Aero Innovations LLC - [STC SA02442AK PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02442AK%20PAGE%201): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 2000/2500 ADS-B system. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [STC SA00490LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00490LA): Installation of winglets. Aero Spraying Service Inc - [STC SA01669CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01669CH): Installation of Challenger Reusable Air Filter. Challenger Aviation Products Inc - [STC ST03554CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03554CH): Installation of Rotary Gatekeeper and provisions equipment. Turbine Conversions Ltd - [STC SA00403SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00403SE): Installation of Vortex Generators on the wings. Micro AeroDynamics Inc - [STC SA00432SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00432SE): Installation of EGT 701 series fuel flow instrument. J P Instruments - [STC SA00861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00861SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) fuel flow indicating system. J P Instruments - [STC SA03199CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03199CH): Install auto fill fuel system. Wilbur-Ellis LLC - [STC SA01583CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01583CH): Installation of a Trace Engines, LP OE600A model engine, McCauley 3FF34C529/106AW[X]-0 model propeller and associated systems. Trace Engines LP - [STC SA02752AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02752AT): Installation of the E-Tec ET-107 System that uses a sequential 24V to 48V Fast Start in order to reduce turbine exhaust gas temperatures (EGT) during engine starts. Air Repair Inc - [STC SA02985CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02985CH): Installation of a Cool Start System in accordance with Installation Instructions , Revision A, dated April 14, 2011, or later FAA Approved revision. Turbine Conversions Ltd - [STC SA8763SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8763SW): Installation of an improved cowling, air inlet and filtration system. Turbine Conversions Ltd - [STC SA00770CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00770CH): Replace front 30 inches of fiberglass canopy top with L.P. Aero Plastics Inc. acrylic top in accordance with Reabe Aircraft Improvement Inc. Installation Instructions as listed on AML No. SA00770CH, amended January 14, 2011, or later FAA approved revisions. Reabe Aircraft Improvement Inc - [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc - [STC SA02110CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02110CH): Installation of a Time Trac Data Recorder. P2 Incorporated - [STC SA2693NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2693NM): Installation of Electronics International digital volt/amp gauges and accessories. Electronics International Inc All 66: https://openairdocs.org/model/air-tractor-at-402/stcs.md --- 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.