# American AA-1 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 0630610 - Manufacturer (registry): AMERICAN - Model: AA-1 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 2 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 108 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A11EA](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A11EA) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: True Flight Holdings LLC - Registered aircraft: 153 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/american-aa-1 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 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI or SA02658SE). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2021-14-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-14-12): Horizontal Stabilizer, Plate/Skin, Elevator, Plates/Skin Structure · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B and 2 more. Effective Jul 27, 2021 - [AD 2006-03-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-03-08): Vacuum pumps · Aero Advantage 14-19, 14-19-2, 14-19-3 and 299 more. Effective Mar 10, 2006 - [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005 - [AD 96-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-06): Air Filter Assemblies · Maule Aerospace Technology 7ACA, 7ECA, 7FC and 180 more. Effective Jun 7, 1996 - [AD 85-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-21-02): Seat Belt Attachment Bracket · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B and 1 more. Effective Oct 28, 1985 - [AD 81-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-15-03): Engine Inlet Air Filters · Replace existing engine induction air filter (Brackett Aero Filters STC SA693CE or SA71GL). Effective Jul 20, 1981 - [AD 78-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-13-04): Fuel Measurement Gauge · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A and AA-1B. Effective Jun 30, 1978 - [AD 76-17-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-17-03): Delaminations in Bonded Skin · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B and 3 more. Effective Aug 30, 1976 - [AD 75-09-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-09-07): Mixture Control Wires · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A and AA-1B. Effective Apr 25, 1975 - [AD 72-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-06-02): Rudder Aileron and Elevator Control Cables · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B and 1 more. Effective Aug 29, 1974 - [AD 72-07-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-07-10): Wear on Elevator Bungee Housing · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A and AA-1B. Effective Jul 10, 1974 - [AD 73-13-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-13-07): Placard Installation · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A and AA-1B. Effective Jun 25, 1973 - [AD 71-04-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-04-03): Nose Gear Strut · True Flight Holdings AA-1. Effective Feb 25, 1971 - [AD 70-25-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-25-05): Bungee Mounting Plate · True Flight Holdings AA-1. Effective Dec 8, 1970 - [AD 70-05-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-05-05): Muffler Inspection · True Flight Holdings AA-1. Effective Mar 13, 1970 - [AD 75-07-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-07-04): Rudder Control Bar Assemblies · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B and 2 more ## Information bulletins (advisory) (2) - [SAIB AIR-22-15](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-22-15): Bonded Structure Inspection. Issued Jun 15, 2022 - [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018 ## Registered aircraft (153, first 50) - [N1012G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1012G): [Forwalt Lucas A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FORWALT%20LUCAS%20A), [Chesapeake, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Chesapeake), built 1969, S/N AA1-0122 - [N1970Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1970Y): [Crosby A B Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CROSBY%20A%20B%20JR), [Devine, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Devine), built 1970, S/N AA10240 - [N21DY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N21DY): [Elliott Brandon D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ELLIOTT%20BRANDON%20D), [Barstow, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Barstow), S/N AA1-0431 - [N221Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N221Y): [Minolli Gregg A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MINOLLI%20GREGG%20A), [Chelan, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Chelan), built 1968, S/N AA1-0005 - [N223Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N223Y): [Davis Tommy J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAVIS%20TOMMY%20J), [Ridgeville, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Ridgeville), S/N AA1-0011 - [N23RF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N23RF): [Johnson Kevin R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JOHNSON%20KEVIN%20R), [Mansfield, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Mansfield), built 1969, S/N AA1-0239 - [N2729X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2729X): [Moeplanes Co](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOEPLANES%20CO), [Boynton Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Boynton%20Beach), built 1970, S/N AA1-0320 - [N274AA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N274AA): S/N AA1-0230 - [N309AA](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N309AA): [Evans Luis](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EVANS%20LUIS), [Locust Grove, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Locust%20Grove), built 1968, S/N AA1-0002 - [N3LC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3LC): [Stimson Andrew J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STIMSON%20ANDREW%20J), [Battle Ground, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Battle%20Ground), built 1970, S/N AA1-0401 - [N41HB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N41HB): [Walsh Bowen S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WALSH%20BOWEN%20S), [North Augusta, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/North%20Augusta), built 1969, S/N AA1-0277 - [N525RT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N525RT): [Lester Wm Curtiss](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LESTER%20WM%20CURTISS), [Martinsville, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Martinsville), built 1969, S/N AA1-0207 - [N5601L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5601L): [Manheimer Robert M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MANHEIMER%20ROBERT%20M), [Marysville, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Marysville), built 1968, S/N AA1-0003 - [N5606L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5606L): [Jones Andrew S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JONES%20ANDREW%20S), [Greensboro, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Greensboro), built 1968, S/N AA1-0008 - [N5612L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5612L): [Holden Jason K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOLDEN%20JASON%20K), [Conroe, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Conroe), built 1968, S/N AA1-0014 - [N5614L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5614L): [Filer Jacob Adam](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FILER%20JACOB%20ADAM), [Clarksville, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Clarksville), built 1968, S/N AA1-0016 - [N5615L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5615L): [Anthonson Ronald G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ANTHONSON%20RONALD%20G), [Cortland, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Cortland), built 1968, S/N AA1-0017 - [N5619L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5619L): [Encarnacion Ramon A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ENCARNACION%20RAMON%20A), [Miramar, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Miramar), S/N AA1-0021 - [N5620L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5620L): [Richardson Carl](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RICHARDSON%20CARL), [Jonesboro, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Jonesboro), built 1968, S/N AA1-0022 - [N5627L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5627L): [Frattarelli Marco](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FRATTARELLI%20MARCO), [Carrollton, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Carrollton), built 1968, S/N AA1-0027 - [N5631L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5631L): [King Michael Wayne](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KING%20MICHAEL%20WAYNE), [Centreville, MD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MD/Centreville), S/N AA1-0031 - [N5632L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5632L): [Las Vegas Aerial Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAS%20VEGAS%20AERIAL%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Las Vegas, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Las%20Vegas), S/N AA1-0032 - [N5634L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5634L): [Olson Mitch A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OLSON%20MITCH%20A), [Silver Springs, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Silver%20Springs), built 1968, S/N AA1-0034 - [N5635L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5635L): [Century Air Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CENTURY%20AIR%20INC), [Fairfield, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Fairfield), built 1968, S/N AA1-0035 - [N5636L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5636L): [Crosby Thomas G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CROSBY%20THOMAS%20G), [Saint Charles, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Saint%20Charles), S/N AA1-0036 - [N5643L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5643L): [Chaney Timothy W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHANEY%20TIMOTHY%20W), [Peoria, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Peoria), built 1968, S/N AA1-0043 - [N5644L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5644L): [Martinez Pedro M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MARTINEZ%20PEDRO%20M), Bree, built 1968, S/N AA1-0044, Non-citizen corporation, flight hours not reported - [N5645L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5645L): [T2tc LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/T2TC%20LLC), [Enka, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Enka), built 1968, S/N AA1-0045 - [N5646L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5646L): [Hutcheson Bruce D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HUTCHESON%20BRUCE%20D), [Anthem, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Anthem), built 1968, S/N AA1-0046 - [N5653L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5653L): [Ulpiano Amy](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ULPIANO%20AMY), [Carolina, PR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PR/Carolina), built 1969, S/N AA1-0053 - [N5657L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5657L): [Skyray LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKYRAY%20LLC), [Sugar Land, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Sugar%20Land), built 1969, S/N AA1-0057 - [N5658L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5658L): [Bores Scott J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BORES%20SCOTT%20J), [Huron, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Huron), S/N AA1-0058 - [N5663L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5663L): [Chino Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHINO%20AVIATION%20INC), [Chino, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Chino), S/N AA1-0063 - [N5669L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5669L): [Gallien Justin A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GALLIEN%20JUSTIN%20A), [Livermore, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Livermore), built 1969, S/N AA1-0069 - [N5670L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5670L): [Cranford Julian Edward Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CRANFORD%20JULIAN%20EDWARD%20JR), [Lexington, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Lexington), built 1969, S/N AA1-0070 - [N5671L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5671L): [Judge Russell M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JUDGE%20RUSSELL%20M), [Newton, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Newton), built 1969, S/N AA1-0071 - [N5677L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5677L): [Duncan Lincoln](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DUNCAN%20LINCOLN), [Dix, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Dix), built 1969, S/N AA1-0077 - [N5680L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5680L): [Stackpole Thomas M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STACKPOLE%20THOMAS%20M), [Temecula, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Temecula), built 1969, S/N AA1-0080 - [N5682L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5682L): [Lahlum Steven R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAHLUM%20STEVEN%20R), [Warroad, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Warroad), built 1969, S/N AA1-0082 - [N5685L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5685L): [Fritz Frank M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FRITZ%20FRANK%20M), [Milwaukee, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Milwaukee), built 1969, S/N AA1-0085 - [N5686L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5686L): [Bresson Kyle M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRESSON%20KYLE%20M), [Roxbury, CT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CT/Roxbury), built 1969, S/N AA1-0086 - [N5687L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5687L): [Dedominici Kenneth](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DEDOMINICI%20KENNETH), [Vero Beach, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Vero%20Beach), S/N AA1-0087 - [N5688L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5688L): [Dolan John C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DOLAN%20JOHN%20C), [Sequim, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Sequim), S/N AA1-0088 - [N5689L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5689L): [Calovini Christopher T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CALOVINI%20CHRISTOPHER%20T), [Gahanna, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Gahanna), S/N AA1-0089 - [N5705L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5705L): [King William C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KING%20WILLIAM%20C), [Huntington Beach, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Huntington%20Beach), built 1969, S/N AA1-0105 - [N5717L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5717L): [Christian George D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHRISTIAN%20GEORGE%20D), [Kingwood, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Kingwood), built 1969, S/N AA1-0117 - [N5718L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5718L): [Mullins John D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MULLINS%20JOHN%20D), [Harriman, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Harriman), S/N AA1-0118 - [N5719L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5719L): [Godoy Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GODOY%20AIR%20LLC), [Venice, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Venice), S/N AA1-0119 - [N5720L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5720L): [Kh Aircraft LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KH%20AIRCRAFT%20LLC), [Denton, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Denton), built 1969, S/N AA1-0120 - [N5721L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5721L): [Berggren Ryan J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BERGGREN%20RYAN%20J), [Newton, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Newton), built 1969, S/N AA1-0121 All 153: https://openairdocs.org/model/american-aa-1/aircraft.md ## NTSB investigations (212, 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 ERA26LA283](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA283), Jul 23, 2026: American AA-1 (N6132L), Kearneysville, WV, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA22LA182](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA182), Apr 7, 2022: American AA-1 (N623W), Kennesaw, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of engine power due to the formation of carburetor ice. - [NTSB ERA22FA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22FA153), Mar 11, 2022: American AA-1 (N5774L), Bay Minette, AL, incident, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot’s loss of control during taxi, which resulted in a taxiway overrun and subsequent impact with terrain. Contributing to the incident were the low visibility conditions that existed at the… - [NTSB ERA20LA308](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA20LA308), Sep 5, 2020: American AA 1 (N6107L), Newnan, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s inadequate preflight fuel planning, which resulted in an interruption of the fuel supply to the engine and a subsequent a total loss of engine power due. - [NTSB GAA18CA343](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA18CA343), May 24, 2018: American AA (N5787L), Port Orange, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate preflight inspection of the fuel, which resulted in fuel exhaustion and a subsequent total loss of engine power. - [NTSB GAA17CA241](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA241), Apr 9, 2017: American AA 1 (N5690L), New Market, VA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain a proper approach path, which resulted in an impact with trees. - [NTSB GAA16CA319](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA319), Jun 12, 2016: American AA 1 (N5720L), Denton, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's premature rotation and failure to attain sufficient airspeed required for a sustained climb, resulting in a runway overrun and collision with a fence. - [NTSB GAA16CA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA149), Mar 12, 2016: American AA 1 (N5703L), Brigham City, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: Loss of directional control during landing, due to nose landing gear damage sustained in the prior takeoff, resulting in a runway excursion and nose over. - [NTSB ERA15LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA15LA123), Feb 8, 2015: American AA-1 (N6116L), Fort Meade, MD, substantial damage. Probable cause: The mechanic’s failure to detect the incorrect dry valve tappet clearances while troubleshooting ongoing engine issues, which resulted in partial loss of engine power during takeoff. Contributing to… - [NTSB CEN14LA221](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN14LA221), Apr 21, 2014: American AA 1 (N481HY), Peyton, CO, destroyed. Probable cause: The loss of directional control during takeoff for reasons that could not be determined due to the extent of fire damage. - [NTSB WPR13LA251](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13LA251), May 23, 2013: American AA-1 (N5909L), Truckee, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to lean the fuel mixture during takeoff in high-density altitude conditions, which resulted in a loss of engine power. - [NTSB WPR13FA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13FA041), Nov 15, 2012: American AA-1 (N5642L), Morgan, UT, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection, which resulted in frost remaining on the airplane's surfaces and led to its inability to produce enough lift to clear rising terrain. - [NTSB CEN12FA570](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA570), Aug 25, 2012: American AA-1 (N5796L), Llano, TX, substantial damage, 2 fatal. Probable cause: The flight instructor’s delayed remedial action and inadequate supervision during practice traffic pattern work. Contributing to the accident was the flight instructor’s use of sedating medication on… - [NTSB CEN10CA384](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN10CA384), Jul 19, 2010: American AA-1 (N5660L), Gallup, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate in-flight planning and failure to attain an adequate airspeed that led to a stall/mush. Contributing to the accident was the lack of suitable terrain for an off-airport landing… - [NTSB CEN09CA279](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA279), May 3, 2009: American AA-1 (N5905L), Cumberland, WI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the aircraft during takeoff in crosswind conditions. - [NTSB CHI07LA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI07LA170), Jun 17, 2007: American AA-1 (N5651L), Lansing, IL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power during takeoff-initial climb due to a bent exhaust valve and fouled spark plugs. - [NTSB MIA07CA012](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07CA012), Nov 5, 2006: American AA-1 (N5657L), Lakeland, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's misjudgment of the landing flare/touchdown which resulted in a hard landing. - [NTSB DEN04LA110](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN04LA110), Jul 25, 2004: American AA-1 (N5667L), Guernsey, WY, destroyed. Probable cause: the pilot's inadequate use of carburetor heat which resulted in the formation of carburetor ice and loss of engine power. Factors contributing to the accident were weather conditions conducive for… - [NTSB NYC04LA158](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA158), Jul 6, 2004: Grumman American AA-1 (N5903L), Batavia, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight preparation which failed to assure the takeoff performance needed to out climb obstacles. Factors in this accident were the up sloping runway, the high density… - [NTSB FTW04LA174](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA174), Jul 4, 2004: Grumman AA-1 (N6241L), Gordonville, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's premature lift-off and his failure to abort the takeoff. Contributing factors were the soft and muddy runway conditions and the unfavorable winds. - [NTSB LAX04LA156](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA156), Mar 13, 2004: American AA-1 (N6175L), Selma, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight planning, which failed to assure adequate takeoff performance, and his failure to abort the takeoff. The aircraft inadequate weight and balance was a contributing… - [NTSB LAX04LA022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX04LA022), Oct 22, 2003: American AA-1 (N5968L), San Martin, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The absence of compression in two of the airplane's four cylinders, and the pilot/mechanic's failure to maintain the engine in an airworthy condition, which resulted in a loss of engine power during… - [NTSB MIA04CA001](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04CA001), Oct 8, 2003: American General AA-1 (N5668L), Bartow, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of engine power due to oil starvation. Also causal was the pilot's improper maintenance. - [NTSB SEA03LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03LA020), Dec 23, 2002: Grumman American AA-1 (N5985L), Chehalis, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The total loss of engine power, for undetermined reasons, while the aircraft was on a VFR final approach. No suitable terrain for landing and water were factors. - [NTSB NYC02LA125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA125), Jun 26, 2002: Grumman American AA-1 (N5684L), York, PA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain proper airspeed, which resulted in a stall/mush into a corn field. A factor was the high density altitude. - [NTSB NYC02LA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC02LA018), Oct 28, 2001: American AA-1 (N5664L), Batavia, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: Malfunction of an exhaust valve. A factor was the pilot/owner's failure to comply with the engine manufacturer's service instructions. - [NTSB NYC00LA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC00LA170), Jun 19, 2000: Grumman American AA-1 (N761XA), Nashua, NH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The flight instructor's delayed corrective action. - [NTSB CHI00LA142](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI00LA142), May 23, 2000: American AA-1 (N5712L), Sandstone, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot not attaining an airspeed necessary for the go-around and not maintaining clearance from terrain. Factors were the crosswind, gust, and the collapsed nose gear. - [NTSB DEN99LA130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN99LA130), Jul 27, 1999: American AA-1 (N5989L), Centennial, WY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to consult the airplane performance charts and allowing the airplane to exceed its climb performance. Factors were high density altitude conditions and a downdraft. - [NTSB NYC99FA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC99FA033), Dec 4, 1998: Gulfstream American AA-1 (N6166L), Brooklyn, CT, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The student pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane, resulting in an inadvertent stall/spin. - [NTSB CHI98LA234](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA234), Jul 1, 1998: American AA-1TW (N5643L), Point Lookout, MO, substantial damage. Probable cause: the failure of the tailwheel assembly due to corrosion. A factor associated with the accident was the overload failure of the right main landing gear. - [NTSB ATL98LA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL98LA027), Dec 19, 1997: American AA-1 (N5789L), Monticello, FL, destroyed. Probable cause: the pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, and failure to ensure that the airplane would be able to clear trees during takeoff. Related factors were: the high/wet vegetation on the grass… - [NTSB CHI98LA056](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI98LA056), Nov 22, 1997: American AA-1 (N6214L), Nevada, MO, substantial damage. Probable cause: a deer that ran onto the runway as the airplane was landing. The reduced light condition at dusk was a related factor. - [NTSB IAD97LA074](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD97LA074), May 10, 1997: American AA-1 (N5734L), Lewisburg, WV, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight, which led to the loss of a fuel cap and subsequent fuel exhaustion. - [NTSB ATL97LA004](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL97LA004), Oct 13, 1996: American AA-1 (N5900L), Angier, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The Aeronca 65's pilots selection of the wrong taxi route, and his inadequate visual lookout during back taxi. - [NTSB LAX96LA305](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX96LA305), Aug 12, 1996: American AA-1 (N5616L), Rosamond, CA, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and his delayed decision to reverse the airplane's direction. - [NTSB MIA95LA219](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA95LA219), Sep 10, 1995: American AA-1 (N112FA), Sarasota, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO ABORT THE TAKEOFF RESULTING IN A PREMATURE TAKEOFF, AND SUBSEQUENT IN-FLIGHT COLLISION WITH TERRAIN. THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO PERFORM THE NECESSARY PERFORMANCE DATA COMPUTATIONS… - [NTSB CHI95LA165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI95LA165), Jun 5, 1995: Grumman AA-1 (N6122L), Osage Beach, MO, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: a low altitude maneuver performed by the pilot and the pilot not maintaining the airplane's airspeed. A factor in this accident was the pilot encountering a stall/mush. - [NTSB ATL95LA104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL95LA104), Jun 1, 1995: American AA-1 (N6214L), Rock Hill, SC, substantial damage. Probable cause: AN INOPERATIVE LEFT MAIN WHEEL BRAKE THAT RESULTED IN A LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. A FACTOR WAS THE WET, GRASS RUNWAY. - [NTSB LAX95LA051](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX95LA051), Dec 15, 1994: American AA-1 (N6236L), Oasis, CA, destroyed. Probable cause: the pilot's improper inflight decision by selecting an inadequate terrain clearance altitude over mountainous terrain. - [NTSB BFO95LA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO95LA008), Oct 29, 1994: American General AA1 (N6114L), Beach City, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot-in-command's failure to maintain adequate control of the aircraft during the takeoff. The pilot's inadequate compensation for unfavorable wind conditions is a related factor in this… - [NTSB ATL93LA149](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL93LA149), Sep 4, 1993: American AA-1 (N5765L), Tuscaloosa, AL, substantial damage. Probable cause: FOULED SPARK PLUGS ON THE NUMBER 2 AND 3 CYLINDERS, AND A LACK OF COMPRESSION ON THE NUMBER 1 AND 4 CYLINDERS, WHICH RESULTED IN A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER. A FACTOR WAS THE HIGH VEGETATION AT THE FORCED… - [NTSB NYC93FA133](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC93FA133), Jun 29, 1993: American General AA-1 (N5932L), Vestal, NY, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: THE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FUEL STARVATION FROM A FUEL LEAK CAUSED BY INADEQUATE MAINTENANCE BY UNQUALIFIED PERSONNEL, THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED, WHICH RESULTED IN AN… - [NTSB MIA93LA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA93LA101), Apr 14, 1993: American AA-1 (N5607L), Iuka, MS, destroyed. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S IMPROPER RECOVERY FROM A BOUNCED LANDING AND THE SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF CONTROL DUE TO A STALL/MUSH CONDITION. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE. - [NTSB MIA93LA026](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA93LA026), Dec 5, 1992: Grumman AA-1 (N5915L), Groveland, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S ENCOUNTER WITH SHIFTING WINDS ON THE TAKEOFF ROLL, THAT CAUSED THE AIRPLANE TO OVERRUN THE RUNWAY. CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WAS THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT IN COMMAND TO PERFORM AN… - [NTSB MIA92LA078](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA92LA078), Feb 9, 1992: American AA-1 (N6222L), Leesburg, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN AIRSPEED (VSO) WHILE MANEUVERING DURING A FORCED LANDING. THIS RESULTED IN AN IN FLIGHT LOSS OF CONTROL (STALL) AND IN FLIGHT COLLISION WITH TERRAIN.… - [NTSB SEA91LA259](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA91LA259), Oct 1, 1991: Grumman AA-1 (N6182L), Granite Falls, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S DECISION TO NOT PERFORM A GO-AROUND AND A MISJUDGED DISTANCE. - [NTSB CHI91LA242](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA242), Aug 2, 1991: American AA1 (N6108L), Spearville, KS, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S SELECTION OF UNSUITABLE TERRAIN ON WHICH TO PERFORM A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING. FACTORS RELATED TO THE ACCIDENT WERE POOR IN FLIGHT/PLANNING DECISION WHICH RESULTED IN THE PILOT BECOMING… - [NTSB CHI91LA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA204), Jul 1, 1991: American AA-1 (N5713L), Dexter, MI, destroyed. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S DELAY IN ABORTING THE LANDING. A FACTOR IN THE ACCIDENT WAS HIS EXCESSIVE SPEED ON FINAL APPROACH. - [NTSB CHI91LA173](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91LA173), May 28, 1991: Gulfstream American AA1A (N5675L), Evansville, IN, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE FAILURE BY MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL TO IDENTIFY THE PROPER REPLACEMENT CYLINDER. All 212: https://openairdocs.org/model/american-aa-1/ntsb.md ## FAA accident and incident reports (159, 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. - [Incident 20220504006629I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220504006629I), May 4, 2022: American AA-1 (N917BR), Fredricktown, MO, Minor damage. On 05/04/2022 the pilot departed perryville regional airport (pcd) after preflight of N917BR. He completed two takeoffs and landings then taxied back to the… - [Accident 20220407022549A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220407022549A), Apr 7, 2022: American AA-1 (N623W), Kennesaw, GA, Destroyed. On April 7, 2022, at 1015 eastern daylight time, [privacy data omitted] was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Kennesaw, Georgia.… - [Accident 20220311003549A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220311003549A), Mar 11, 2022: American AA-1 (N5774L), Bay Minette, AL, Substantial damage, 1 fatal. The aircraft was discovered and reported by a coast guard helicopter making an approach into the airport. At approximately 1309 LCL. The aircraft with one… - [Accident 20200905016339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200905016339A), Sep 5, 2020: American AA-1 (N6107L), Newnan, GA, Substantial damage. On September 5, 2020 at approximately 1750 eastern daylight time, N6107L, a 1969 American AA-1, was operating as a title 14 code of federal regulations part 91… - [Accident 20180524015039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180524015039A), May 24, 2018: American AA-1 (N5787L), Port Orange, FL, Substantial damage. A Grumman AA-1 aircraft on a personal flight departed spruce creek airport (7FL6) at approximately 4:00 pm. After takeoff, the PIC stated he made a left… - [Accident 20170409005609A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170409005609A), Apr 9, 2017: American AA-1 (N5690L), New Market, VA, Destroyed. On April 9, 2017 at approximately 1530, the pilot of an American AA-1 aircraft was making approach to land at New Market Airport, 8W2. The aircraft was… - [Accident 20160612006019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160612006019A), Jun 12, 2016: American AA-1 (N5720L), Denton, MT, Substantial damage. On June 12, 2016 at approximately 0745, an American AA-1, sustained substantial damage to the left and right wings, propeller and fuselage when the aircraft… - [Accident 20160312001679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160312001679A), Mar 12, 2016: American AA-1 (N5703L), Brigham City, UT, Substantial damage. Pilot took off from runway 17, there was a crosswind, at rotation the aircraft veered right, the aircraft hit the runway and bent the nose gear the aircraft… - [Accident 20150208001009A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150208001009A), Feb 8, 2015: American AA-1 (N6116L), Fort Meade, MD, Substantial damage. Owners of aircraft were having issues with a rough running engine which is supported by maintenance logbook entries. The aircraft had a substantial but not… - [Accident 20140421005649A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140421005649A), Apr 21, 2014: American AA-1 (N481HY), Colorado Spring, CO, Destroyed. On April 21, 2014 at 1422 MDT, N481HY, a Grumman American AA-1 airplane impacted the ground of Meadow Lake Airport (fly). There was one person onboard, no… - [Accident 20130523009589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130523009589A), May 23, 2013: American AA-1 (N5909L), Truckee, CA, Destroyed. The aircraft lost engine power at about 8500 feet AGL during the initial takeoff climb out and impacted several trees at the 7700 foot level about 8 miles east… - [Accident 20121115025999A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20121115025999A), Nov 15, 2012: American AA-1 (N5642L), Morgan, UT, Destroyed, 1 fatal. AA-1 American aircraft crashed approx. 5.6 miles from Morgan, UT. Airport (42U).N5642L took off from runway #3 to the north. This is not normal, according to… - [Accident 20120825021019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120825021019A), Aug 25, 2012: American AA-1 (N5796L), Llano, TX, Destroyed, 2 fatal. On August 25, 2012, an AA-1, yankee, crashed, southeast of the Llano Airport, after experiencing an engine quit. The aircraft stalled and crashed, right wing… - [Incident 20120810017569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120810017569I), Aug 10, 2012: American AA-1 (N5718L), Cameron Park, CA, No damage. The carburetor needle valve stuck open causing an rich mixture and partial loss of power during climb out. The pilot reported the engine would not make enough… - [Accident 20100719037949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100719037949A), Jul 19, 2010: American AA-1 (N5660L), Gallup, NM, Destroyed. On 07/19/2010, at approximately 1145 MDT, N5660L lost control and impacted the ground approximately 2 miles ssw of Gallup municipal airport, Gallup , new… - [Accident 20090503009839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090503009839A), May 3, 2009: Amrgen AA1 (N5905L), Cumberland, WI, Substantial damage. (-23) On may 3, 2009 Mr. Winch, the pilot of N5905L attempted a crosswind takeoff and lost control of his aircraft. The aircraft came to rest in a corn field… - [Accident 20070616015169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070616015169A), Jun 16, 2007: Amrgen AA1 (N5651L), Chicago, IL, Destroyed. (-23) Pilot was performing touch and goes on runway 36 at Lansing airport, IL (igq). Taking off on runway 36 engine stopped running. An off airport landing was… - [Accident 20061105025019A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20061105025019A), Nov 5, 2006: Amrgen AA1 (N5657L), Lakeland, FL, Substantial damage. (-23) Airman landed hard on a sod runway, the nose strut failed and the aircraft impacted post failure on the nose cowl and propeller causing the top motor… - [Incident 20060422006399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060422006399I), Apr 22, 2006: Amrgen AA1 (N6214L), Lakeview, AR, Minor damage. (-23) On April 22, 2006, at about 1807 CDT, a Grumman GA-AA-1, N6214L, ran off the end of a grass runway (rwy 06) down a 30 degree slope where the nose landing… - [Incident 20050403014339I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050403014339I), Apr 3, 2005: Amrgen AA1 (N6165L), Princeton, MN, Minor damage. (-23) Student pilot was issued a letter of no solo flight until pilot obtains additional dual flight instruction, as the result of a hard landing with… - [Accident 20040724014629A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040724014629A), Jul 24, 2004: Amrgen AA1 (N5667L), Guernsey, WY, Destroyed. (-23) Aircraft was loaded aft of center of gravity (CG) and 80 pounds over gross on weight. Pilot failed to consider effect of density altitude. - [Accident 20040706019449A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040706019449A), Jul 6, 2004: Amrgen AA1 (N5903L), Batavia, OH, Destroyed. (-23) The pilot attempted another takeoff after aborting his first attempt on runway 22 which is 3600' long with 8 degree upslope. The surface wind was less… - [Accident 20040704027589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040704027589A), Jul 4, 2004: Amrgen AA1 (N6241L), Lake Texoma, TX, Destroyed. (-23) Pilot took off from cedar mills marina in right to left crosswind. Pilot reported that he stayed low to build airspeed. Runway is lined on both sides by… - [Accident 20040313003639A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040313003639A), Mar 13, 2004: Amrgen AA1 (N6175L), Selma, CA, Substantial damage. (-23) On 3/13/2004 at approximately 1445 PST, [privacy data omitted], pilot in command of American AA1 aircraft, N6175L, crashed during an aborted takeoff from… - [Accident 20031022029239A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20031022029239A), Oct 22, 2003: Amrgen AA1 (N5968L), San Martin, CA, Substantial damage. (-23) Aircraft lost power between 100 and 300 feet on takeoff and forced to land off airport. Pilot indicated that getting the aircraft on the ground in the… - [Accident 20031008031199A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20031008031199A), Oct 8, 2003: Amrgen AA1 (N5668L), Bartow, FL, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot and sole occupant of the aircraft had just performed an engine oil change at Bartow municipal airport, but he failed to add new oil. He departed… - [Accident 20021223034249A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20021223034249A), Dec 23, 2002: Amrgen AA1 (N5985L), Chehalis, WA, Substantial damage. (-23) Aircraft lost power after turning base 200 yards from runway. Passenger reported pilot pushed the throttle in several times without any response.… - [Accident 20020630018409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020630018409A), Jun 30, 2002: Amrgen AA1 (N5684L), York, PA, Substantial damage. (-23) On takeoff from rwy 34 airspeed accelerated normally. After lift off the pilot noticed the aircrafts climb performance was not as expected, he could not… - [Incident 20020225004459I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020225004459I), Feb 25, 2002: Amrgen AA1 (N5999L), Orange, VA. (-23) On 02/25/02, while cruising at 5000 feet, approximately five miles past the Orange County Airport (W93), the pilot reported a severe vibration problem to… - [Accident 20011028030609A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20011028030609A), Oct 28, 2001: Amrgen AA1 (N5664L), Batavia, OH, No damage. (-23) The pilots departed 169 to conduct a bfr for Mr. Groenemann. At 500' AGL the engine began to run rough. An attempt was made to return to the airport. The… - [Incident 20010902023739I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010902023739I), Sep 2, 2001: Amrgen AA1 (N5739L), Burlington, VT, Minor damage. (-23) While practicing take-offs and landings on runway 33, the pilot flared too high on her last landing attempt. The aircraft landed hard and the propeller… - [Accident 20000619019139A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000619019139A), Jun 19, 2000: Amrgen AA1 (N761XA), Nashua, NH, Substantial damage. (-23) A/c started take off normally on runway 32. The student pilot was practicing simulated soft field take offs. At rotation, the a/c was unstable and pilot… - [Incident 20000606035219I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000606035219I), Jun 6, 2000: Amrgen AA1 (N5660L), El Cajon, CA, Minor damage. (-23)Pilot attempted to taxi his Grumman American trainer aircraft from parking area, lost control and taxied into another parked aircraft. (Mooney N226C) the… - [Accident 20000523011569A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000523011569A), May 23, 2000: Amrgen AA1 (N5712L), Sandstone, MN, No damage. (-23) Tahe a/c flipped over, after striking the nose gear during an attempted cross-wind landing, causing substantail damage to the a/c and minor injuries to… - [Incident 19991014030189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19991014030189I), Oct 14, 1999: Amrgen AA1 (N6192L), Midland, TX, Minor damage. (-23) Tom garber a part owner and pilot, jump started the airplane because of a weak battery; he set the parking brakes and held the toe brakes during the… - [Accident 19990727009979A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990727009979A), Jul 27, 1999: Amrgen AA1 (N5989L), Laramie, WY, Damage unknown. Acft crashed under unknown circumstances at the 9,500 foot level near Laramie, WY. (-23) pilot failed to negotiate terrain. Pilot lost partial control of a/c… - [Accident 19981204032759A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19981204032759A), Dec 4, 1998: Amrgen AA1 (N6166L), Danielson, CT, Destroyed, 1 fatal. (.19) On December 4, 1998, about 1345 eastern standard time, an American AA-1 yankee, N6166L, was destroyed when it impacted a river in brooklyn, Connecticut,… - [Accident 19980701015529A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980701015529A), Jul 1, 1998: Amrgen AA1 (N5643L), Point Lookout, MO, Substantial damage. Acft yawed to the left on landing and ground looped, other cirsumstances are unknown. Point Lookout,MO (.4)the pilot stated that during the landing roll the… - [Incident 19980507019559I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980507019559I), May 7, 1998: Gulstm AA1 (N6212L), Oneonta, NY, Minor damage. On landing nosewheel broke off at tubular attach point. Prop damage. - [Accident 19971219039229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19971219039229A), Dec 19, 1997: Gulstm AA1 (N5789L), Monticello, FL, Destroyed. Tried takeoff from tallgrass short strip. Stalled into trees off end runway. Burned. (-23) pilot stated that he had a normal pre-flight, normal run-up, good… - [Accident 19971122047569A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19971122047569A), Nov 22, 1997: Amrgen AA1 (N6214L), Nevada, MO, Substantial damage. (-16) On November 22, 1997, Dr. Robert r. jones operated American GA-AA-1, N6214L, as pilot in command on a personal flight from the miami county airport,… - [Incident 19970712018189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970712018189I), Jul 12, 1997: Gulstm AA1 (N5678L), Cookson, OK, Minor damage. Aircraft lost power on takeoff, ran off the runway, struck a ditch. (-5) pilot stated engine did not seem to make full power and aborted takeoff, then rolled… - [Incident 19970607021029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970607021029I), Jun 7, 1997: Gulstm AA1 (N5985L), Bellingham, WA. Lost power on final. Force landed on runway 34. Fuel exhaustion. Bubble style fuel indicators showed quarter. - [Accident 19970510009829A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970510009829A), May 10, 1997: Gulstm AA1 (N5734L), Lewisburg, WV, Destroyed. Aircraft ran out of fuel, made emergency landing in a field, hit a fence. (.4) on may 10, 1997, about 1303 eastern daylight time, an American AA-1, N5734L, was… - [Accident 19961013032062A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19961013032062A), Oct 13, 1996: Gulstm AA1 (N5900L), Angier, NC, Substantial damage. During takeoff roll collided with a aircraft that was back taxiing on runway after landing. Neither saw other. (-23) aircraft struck another aircraft on… - [Accident 19960812022539A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960812022539A), Aug 12, 1996: Gulstm AA1 (N5616L), Rosamond, CA, Destroyed. Struck a tree on mountainside circling to climb to negoiate a pass. Density altitude a factor. Circling too low. - [Accident 19950910028159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950910028159A), Sep 10, 1995: Gulstm AA1 (N112FA), Sarasota, FL, Substantial damage. Running out of runway on takeoff. Lifted early. Failed climb. Collided with trees. At gross wt. Failed to abort. - [Accident 19950605022559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950605022559A), Jun 5, 1995: Gulstm AA1 (N6122L), Osage Beach, MO, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Rolled into steep turn on initial climbout. Tried recover rudder only . Stall slipped into trees. Burned on impact. - [Accident 19950601018039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950601018039A), Jun 1, 1995: Gulstm AA1 (N6241L), Rock Hill, SC, Substantial damage. Lost directional control near end of landing roll. Crosswind and castering. Non steerable nose wheel are factors. - [Accident 19941214043459A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19941214043459A), Dec 14, 1994: Gulstm AA1 (N6236L), Thermal, CA, Destroyed. Unable to outclimb rising terrain or turn around. Collided with terrain. All 159: https://openairdocs.org/model/american-aa-1/incidents.md ## Service difficulty reports (7) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR CA140318009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA140318009), Mar 10, 2014: BRACKET. CORRODED. (CAN) DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION CORROSION WAS SEEN ON OUTER TOP OF RT LANDING GEAR BRACKET. UPON MORE DETAILED INSPECTION WITH LIGHT AND MIRROR INSIDE RADIUS AND - [SDR 5906L](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/5906L), Apr 22, 2003: HOSE. SEPARATED. THE 111-6 HOSE ASSEMBLY ORIGINALLY MANUFACTURED IN 1996 BY MFG WAS OVERHAULED/REPAIRED BY UNKNOWN PERSONS ON 7-02 AS STATED IN OWNERS ENGINE LOG BOOK ENTRY AND - [SDR 2002FA0000325](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000325), Feb 25, 2002: PROPELLER. SEPARATED. WHILE CRUISING AT 5000 FEET THE PILOT REPORTED SEVERE VIBRATION. AFTER PERFORMING AN UNEVENTFUL LANDING AND ENGINE SHUT DOWN, THE PILOT OBSERVED THAT APPROXIMAT - [SDR 2001FA0000409](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000409), Sep 4, 2001: MUFFLER. CRACKED. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, MUFFLER WAS FOUND CRACKED IN THE AREA WHERE TAIL PIPE IS WELDED TO CAN. 742 HOURS SINCE LAST INSPECTION. (ATTACHED PHOTOS) - [SDR 2001FA0000389](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000389), Apr 18, 2001: SUPPORT. CORRODED. CORROSION DISCOVERED IN UPPER SURFACES OF BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT SUPPORTS. DETECTED BY PREPING THE SUPPORTS FOR PAINT WITH A STAINLESS STEEL WIRE BRUSH AND SLIGHT - [SDR 98ZZZX3187](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX3187), Jul 8, 1998: ARM. FAILED. PILOT REPORTED TAIL WHEEL SHIMMEY ON ROLLOUT, THEN, AIRCRAFT GROUND LOOPED TO LEFT. RIGHT SIDE OF ARM ASSEMBLY P/N A-504 HAD BROKEN OFF APPROXIMATELY 1 INCH FRO - [SDR 98ZZZX2234](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2234), May 20, 1998: FORK. FAILED. NOSE WHEEL BROKE OFF DURING NORMAL LANDING. FAILURE OCCURRED AT THE BRAZED JOINT OF THE NOSE FORK STOP COLLAR. NO EVIDENCE OF CORRISION OR FATIGUE NOTED. SUGGES ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (184, 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 SA02571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02571SE): Installation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display). Garmin International Inc - [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 SA12428CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12428CH): Installation of the Lycoming Engines Electronic Ignition System (EIS). Lycoming Engines, An Operating Division of AVCO Corporation - [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 SA12406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12406WI): Installation of a Garmin AXIS Flight Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA02636SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02636SE): Installation of Garmin GPS 175 Navigation System and GNX 375 Navigation System with ADS-B In/Out Transponder. Garmin International Inc - [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 SA800EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA800EA): Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC - [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA04046CH PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%202): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd - [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics - [STC SA02386AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02386AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems. AeroLED's Holding LLC - [STC SA01757WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01757WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA04568CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04568CH): Installation of the uAvionix tailBeaconX, a tail mounted position light with integrated Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out and 1090MHz Mode-S transponder functionality. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01899WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01899WI): Installation of Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio. Peregrine - [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA11137SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11137SC): Installation of Plane-Power ALT-FLX alternator. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SA02987CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02987CH): Installation of the Electroair Electronic Ignition System. Electroair Acquisition Corporation - [STC SA1010CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1010CE): Installation of wing leading edge cuffs. Curry Aviation LLC - [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc - [STC SA1016NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1016NW): Installation of a Lycoming O-360-A4M engine, Sensenich 76EM8-0-62 propeller, and AA-5 elevator system. Fletchair Inc - [STC SA1208NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1208NW): Installation of a Lycoming engine with Sensenich propeller. Fletchair Inc - [STC SA1209NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1209NW): Relocation of battery from forward face of firewall to aft baggage compartment bulkhead. Fletchair Inc - [STC SA2169NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2169NM): Installation of a Sensenich 72 CK series propeller, Gulfstream American spinner (P/N 506006-50), engine oil cooler on a Lycoming O-235-C2C engine. Fletchair Inc - [STC SA809NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA809NW): Installation of fixed (flush) cowl flap, nose gear strut fairing and retainer. Fletchair Inc - [STC SA810NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA810NW): Installation of main landing gear fairings from the AA-5 series aircraft incorporating sheet metal covers over rubber in place of stock rubber parts. Fletchair 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 SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA09902AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09902AC): Installation of BendixKing KFD 900 Flight Display System. Honeywell International Inc. (Bendix King) - [STC SA11174SC PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11174SC%20PAGE%202): Installation of BendixKing by Honeywell KSN 770 and KSN 765 WAAS LPV approach capable nav/comm systems. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King) - [STC SA10822SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10822SC): Installation of EFD1000 Primary Flight Display. Aspen Avionics Inc - [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA01831WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01831WI): To allow the use of UL91 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Petersen Aviation Inc - [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA01560WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01560WI-D): Installation of the Honeywell KFD 840 Primary Flight Display System. Honeywell International 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 SA1009NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1009NW): Installation of a dorsal fin (P/N 5302040-1) and associated assemblies. Air Mods NW - [STC SA1012NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1012NW): Installation of auxiliary fuel tank models 2 TAFTA and 4 TAFTA and incresed gross weight. Air Mods NW - [STC SA4387NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4387NM): Installation of Lycoming 0-320-A, C, or E series engine and a Sensenich 74DM6-0-58/64 or 74DM7-0-58/64 propeller. Air Mods NW - [STC SA4708NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4708NM): Installation of bolts to strengthen the nose gear torque tube assembly. Air Mods NW - [STC SA4722NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4722NM): Installation of a hat shelf in the aft baggage compartment. Air Mods NW - [STC SA991NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA991NW): Installation of model AA-5A engine mount, cowling and carburetor air box. Air Mods NW - [STC SA04032CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04032CH): Install rocker switch assemblies. Electroair Acquisition Corporation All 184: https://openairdocs.org/model/american-aa-1/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Agnes Special AA-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/agnes-special-aa-1): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 05602A5 - [Grumman American Avn. AA-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/grumman-american-avn-aa-1): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 3960101 --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. 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