# American Eagle A-1 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry codes: 7680102, 05638BX - Manufacturer (registry): AMERICAN EAGLE · AMERICAN EAGLE AIRCRAFT CORP - Model: A-1 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 3 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 71 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A22NM](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A22NM) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Aviat Aircraft Inc. - Registered aircraft: 4 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/american-eagle-a-1 Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker. The FAA lists this model under more than one registry code, usually for different spellings of the maker. This page covers them all. ## 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 2020-16-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-16-06): Horizontal Stabilizer Structure · Aviat A-1, A-1A, A-1B and 2 more. Effective Sep 1, 2020 - [AD 2006-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-07): ECi cylinder assemblies · Aerostar AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 386 more. Effective Jul 11, 2006 - [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 91-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-23-02): Carburetor Air Intake Box · Aviat A-1. Effective Dec 10, 1991 - [AD 90-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-20-05): Forward Seat Back · Aviat A-1. Effective Oct 15, 1990 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (1) - [SAIB CE-17-18](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-17-18): Engine Exhaust System, Muffler Cracking. Issued Jun 20, 2017 ## Registered aircraft (4) - [N4289](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4289): [Nichols Charles F Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NICHOLS%20CHARLES%20F%20TRUSTEE), [Baldwin Park, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Baldwin%20Park), S/N 100 - [N5165](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5165): [Agaliotis Paul E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AGALIOTIS%20PAUL%20E), [San Martin, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Martin), built 1928, S/N 148 - [N5498](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5498): [Emch Donald R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EMCH%20DONALD%20R), [New Waterford, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/New%20Waterford), S/N 181 - [N6722](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6722): [Pavliga Frank M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PAVLIGA%20FRANK%20M), [Atwater, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Atwater), built 1928, S/N 257 ## NTSB investigations None matched to aircraft with this model. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to aircraft with this model. ## Service difficulty reports (23) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2006FA0000058](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000058), Jan 2, 2006: VENT LINE. BLOCKED. BOTH LT FUEL VENT LINES BLOCKED BY ICE. ENGINE STOPPED DURING TAXI TO RUNWAY. ALTHOUGH PREFLIGHT LISTS CHECKING FUEL VENT LINES ARE CLEAR, THIS NEEDS TO BE EMPH - [SDR 2005FA0001568](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001568), Dec 3, 2005: VENT LINE. BLOCKED. ENGINE STOPPED DUE TO BLOCKED FUEL VENT LINE. THIS OCCURRED ON THE GROUND DURING TAXIING. NO DAMAGE TO PLANE. PROBABLE CAUSE WAS SNOW BUILD UP ON THE WING EXTEN - [SDR 2005FA0001577](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0001577), Dec 3, 2005: VENT LINE. BLOCKED. ENGINE STOPPED DUE TO BLOCKED FUEL VENT LINE. THIS OCCURRED ON THE GROUND DURING TAXIING. NO DAMAGE TO PLANE. PROBABLE CAUSE WAS SNOW BUILD UP ON THE WING EXTEN - [SDR 2005FA0000483](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000483), Jan 19, 2005: ATTACH BRACKET. CRACKED. DURING A ROUTINE ANNUAL INSPECTION DISCOVERED THE LEFT LOWER WING REAR SPAR ATTACHMENT AFT FITTING CRACKED. THIS INSPECTION IS REQUIRED EA 50 HOURS BY AD 96-12- - [SDR 2004FA0000009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000009), Dec 12, 2003: FLYING WIRE. BROKEN. UPPER LT FLYING WIRE TAIL BROKE ABOUT 6 INCHES FROM TOP ATTACH POINT. WHILE FLYING, FLAT TYPE WIRE. - [SDR 2002FA0001253](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0001253), Sep 24, 2002: INDICATOR. CONTAMINATED. AFTER RAIN STORM, FOUND WATER IN THE AIRSPEED INDICATOR AND THE ALTERNATOR POSSIBLE CAUSE IS COMING THROUGH THE STATIC PORTS ON THE PITOT TUBE. - [SDR 20000817SH010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000817SH010), Jul 12, 2000: HORN. MISALIGNED. P/N 50025 (AN3-5) BOLT AND P/N 53875 (AN 1115-21), CLEVIS ATTACHED TO THE ELEVATOR TRIM HORN LINE, P/N 3-5274-001, CHAFED ON TAIL STRUCTURE TUBING. THE LINK SHO - [SDR CA990728041](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990728041), Jul 15, 1999: BRACE STRUT. BROKEN. (CAN) FOUND LOWER END OF FORWARD LEFT TAIL BRACE TUBE BROKEN IN THREADED END FITTING. SERVICE BULLETIN NOTES A HISTORY OF FAILURE TO THE REAR STRUT AND OFFERED - [SDR 99ZZZX519](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX519), Jan 20, 1999: TAIL STRUT. BROKEN. STAINLESS STEEL STRUT ASSEMBLY BROKEN AT THREADS LOWER TERMINAL, TIE ROD. - [SDR CA990119010](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990119010), Jan 4, 1999: BATTERY. DAMAGED. (CAN) AT RE-CERTIFICATION WHEN ELT OPENED THERE WERE TRACES OF ABRASION ON THE BATTERY JACKETS WHERE BATTERIES CONTACT EACH OTHER. SOME OF THE 'D' CELLS WERE DA - [SDR CA990203002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990203002), Dec 30, 1998: FLYING WIRE. BROKEN. (CAN) IN CRUISE ,THE PILOT FELT THE NOW FAMILIAR THUMP OF A FLYING BREAKING. THIS IS THIRD TIME. HOWEVER, THIS TIME IT WAS THE UPPER RIGHT HAND WIRE. PILOT REPO - [SDR CA980916042](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA980916042), Aug 31, 1998: FLYING WIRE. BROKEN. (CAN) IN CRUISE, AIRCRAFT ON FLOATS, IN CALM AIR, THE PILOT FELT A THUMP IN THE CONTROL STICK AND A SUBSEQUENT VIBRATION. FLIGHT CONTINUED TO AN UNEVENTFUL LAND - [SDR 98ZZZX2291](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2291), Jun 2, 1998: HORN LINK. BENT. THE P/N 50025 (AN3-5) BOLT AND THE P/N 53875 (AN1115-21) CLEVIS ATTACHED TO THE ELEVATOR TRIM HORN LINK P/N 3-5274-001 CHAFED ON THE TAIL STRUCTURE TUBING. THE - [SDR 98ZZZX2136](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2136), May 23, 1998: BRACE. FAILED. DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION, A RATTLING SOUND WAS DISCOVERED IN THE LEFT HORIZONTAL STABILIZER. FURTHER INVESTIGATION REVEALED THE TRACK WELD SECURING THE DIAGO - [SDR 98ZZZX2149](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2149), May 12, 1998: CONTROL CABLE. WORN. DURING A 100-HOUR INSPECTION, FOUND A SLIGHTLY FLAT SPOT ON THE RT AILERON CABLE ADJACENT TO THE MOST INBOARD FAIRLEAD ON THE WING STRUT. FURTHER INVESTIGATION - [SDR 98ZZZX2135](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX2135), May 12, 1998: CONTROL CABLE. CHAFED. DURING A 100-HOUR INSPECTION, FOUND A SLIGHTLY FLAT SPOT ON THE RT AILERON CABLE ADJACENT TO THE MOST INBOARD FAIRLEAD ON THE WING STRUT. FURTHER INVESTIGATION - [SDR 97ZZZX5038](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX5038), Nov 12, 1997: AIR BOX. WORN. AIR INTAKE BOX SHAFT, ARM AND SLEEVE BUSHINGS FOUND BADLY WORN. APPEARS TO BE CAUSED BY ENGINE VIBRATION EVEN THOUGH PROPELLER WAS BALANCED AT 532.5 HRS TO .013 - [SDR 97ZZZX4554](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX4554), Oct 8, 1997: HOSE. LEAK. BOTH REAR FUEL LINE HOSES HAVE FAILED WITHIN A WEEK OF EACH OTHER. FUEL WAS FOUND SEEPING THROUGH THE OUTER COVERING OF HOSE. AEROQUIP NR 1525-6. - [SDR 97ZZZX498](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX498), Dec 26, 1996: FLAP ARM. BOLTS INCORRECT. FLAP CABLE ATTACH BOLTS AT WING BELLCRANK FOUND TO BE INSTALLED UPSIDE DOWN. IPC SHOWS BOLTS INSTALLED HEAD UP. NUT STRIKES ADJACENT RIB AT FLAPS DOWN POSITION. - [SDR CA960802201](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA960802201), Jul 8, 1996: TAIL STRUT. BROKEN. (CAN) PILOT NOTICED VIBRATION FROM THE TAIL SECTION AND LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. INVESTIGATION FOUND A BROKEN STRUT WIRE AND REPLACED IT. THE FLYING WIRE BROKE - [SDR 96ZZZX2872](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX2872), May 13, 1996: SCREEN. CRACKED. MECHANIC REMOVED THE FILTER ELEMENT FOR NORMAL REPLACMENT DURING AN ANNUAL, HE NOTICED A 3.5 INCH CRACK RUNNING VERTICALLY IN THE ELEMENT RETAINING SCREEN. IF P - [SDR 96ZZZX1096](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX1096), Jan 31, 1996: CYLINDER. OUTLET FAILED. AFTER LANDING, PILOT COMPLAINED OF NO LEFT BRAKE. INSPECTION REVEALED LEFT BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER OUTLET THREAD BOSS HAD SEPARATED FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, DISC - [SDR 95ZZZX1688](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX1688), Jan 26, 1995: BEARING. LOOSE. ROTATING MAGNET FOUND GRINDING AGAINST STATIONARY MAGNET DUE TO MAIN BALLBEARING COMING LOOSE. MAG TOTAL TIME 535.2 HRS. DESIGN OF MAG PROMOTES NON-INSPECTION A ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (150, 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 SA01233SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01233SE): Fabrication and installation of Alaskan Bushwheel LLC tail wheel and fork assembly. ABI, LLC - [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 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 SA01866WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01866WI): Installation of Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot with Electronic Stability and Protection. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc - [STC SA11177SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11177SC): Installation of a Hartzell Propeller Inc. model HC-C2YR-IN/NG8301-3 propeller. Hartzell Propeller LLC - [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 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 SA7965SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7965SW): Application of fabric and polyurethane finishing system. Shady Aviation LLC - [STC SA02396AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02396AK): Replacement of Sky International Inc. landing gear strut assemblies with Floats Alaska, LLC. +3 extended gear, part numbers 45017-501HD-3X and 45017-502HD-3X. Seaplanes North LLC - [STC SA02589AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02589AK): Installation of the Hartzell Model 3C1-R430A1/80C01 Propeller. Momentum Aeronautics Holdings LLC - [STC SA01240SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01240SE): Installation of secondary voltage indication system. Visual Instruments LLC - [STC SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd - [STC SA02765SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02765SE): Installation of Acme Stinger tailwheel landing gear shock absorber. Acme Suspensions LLC - [STC SA39CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA39CH): Installation of an Amphibian Landing Gear Position Advisory System/Laser Gear Advisory System. Wipaire Inc - [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics - [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 SA02576AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02576AK): Installation of Cleveland and ABI, LLC Wheel and Brake Kits. ABI LLC - [STC SA01416SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01416SE): Installation of a butterfly valve in the oil cooler inlet duct. Westview Aviation LLC - [STC SA11137SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11137SC): Installation of Plane-Power ALT-FLX alternator. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01606CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01606CH): Installation of alternate electro-hydraulic power pack system for operation of main wheel skis. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA02838CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02838CH): Installation of Wipaire Skis Main Wheel Skis Model C2200. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA3-423](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-423): Installation of CT-3000 tail ski on airplanes equipped with Scott 3200 or 3400 tail wheels. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA02987CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02987CH): Installation of the Electroair Electronic Ignition System. Electroair Acquisition Corporation - [STC SA02023CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02023CH): Installation of an MT-Propeller model MTV-15-B/210-58 and spinner assembly P-277-B. McFarlane Aviation LLC - [STC SA02870CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02870CH): Installation of MT Propeller, model MTV-9-B/(198-200) -52, MTV-9-B-C-R-M/CR 198-200-52, MTV-15-B-C-R-M/CR 210-58, MTV-15-B/(205-210)-58, MTV-15-B/203-52 and MTV-15-B-C-R-M/CR-203-52, with matching spinner. McFarlane Aviation LLC - [STC SA02568AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02568AK): Installation of Airframes Alaska Aluminum Lift Struts. Airframes Alaska LLC - [STC SA02203AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02203AK): Installation of FlightLogic Synthetic Vision Electronic Flight Information System (EFIS-SV). Genesys Aerosystems Inc - [STC SA01721CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01721CH): Installation of Baumann Model BF2150A floats per Baumann Drawing List BF-2150A-01, Rev B, dtd 9/19/02 or later FAA approved revisions. Baumann Floats LLC - [STC SA96CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA96CH): Installation of Baumann Model BF-2100 floats. Baumann Floats LLC - [STC SA04776NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings 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 SA02288AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02288AK): Installation of Alpha Omega Suspension System (AOSS) in place of original bungees. Burl's Aircraft LLC - [STC SA02153AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02153AK): Installation of Burl's Aircraft Rebuild Magnum I tail wheel Penetration ski. Burl's Aircraft Rebuild LLC - [STC SA03819NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03819NY): Installation and maintenance of Oratex 6000 Covering and Coating System. Lanitz-Prena Folien Factory GmbH - [STC SA01015SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01015SE): Installation of eligible Alaska Bushwheel, Inc. wheels and TSO-C62d tires. ABI LLC - [STC SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02553AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02553AK): Fabrication and installation of a Tail Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampener. Keller Engineering Group LLC - [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 SA02430SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02430SE): Fabrication and installation of a camera housing. Airborne Sensor LLC - [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 All 150: https://openairdocs.org/model/american-eagle-a-1/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Aviat A-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/aviat-a-1): 88 registered aircraft, registry code 2210302 - [Christen Industries A-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/christen-industries-a-1): 81 registered aircraft, registry code 221020X - [Aviat A-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/aviat-a-1): 56 registered aircraft, registry code 2210400 - [Eaglerock A-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/eaglerock-a-1): 8 registered aircraft, registry code 0400102 - [Elmendorf A - 1](https://openairdocs.org/model/elmendorf-a-1): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 05601JA - [Hoffman Tom A-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/hoffman-tom-a-1): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 0561519 - [Christensen Wayne L FLY BABY A1](https://openairdocs.org/model/christensen-wayne-l-fly-baby-a1): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 056151F - [Daugherty Fly Baby A-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/daugherty-fly-baby-a-1): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 14121LE - [Bowers Fly Baby A1](https://openairdocs.org/model/bowers-fly-baby-a1): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 14121MA - [Morane-Saulnier A1](https://openairdocs.org/model/morane-saulnier-a1): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 5910600 - [Aerofab A-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/aerofab-a-1): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 0150406 - [Aydlett A-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/aydlett-a-1): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 05601BV --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). 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