# Caproni Vizzola CALIF A-21

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 1870101
- Manufacturer (registry): CAPRONI VIZZOLA
- Model: CALIF A-21
- Aircraft type: Glider
- Category: Glider
- Engines: None
- Seats: 2
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 60 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS G29EU](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/G29EU) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Agusta S.p.A.
- Registered aircraft: 2
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/caproni-vizzola-calif-a-21

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 75-18-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-18-02): Aileron Flutter · Agusta Calif A21 and Calif A21S. Effective Sep 30, 1976

## Registered aircraft (2)

- [N2CG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2CG): [Valentine Joseph L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VALENTINE%20JOSEPH%20L), [Stanton, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Stanton), built 1972, S/N 209
- [N72312](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N72312): [Neumann Ulrich](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NEUMANN%20ULRICH), [Simpsonville, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Simpsonville), built 1975, S/N 228

## NTSB investigations (3)

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 DFW06CA157](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW06CA157), Jun 10, 2006: Caproni Vizzola Cos. Aero. Calif A-21 (N9FM), San Antonio, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot/owner's failure to properly secure the right wing, which resulted in the in-flight separation of the right wing.
- [NTSB MIA04CA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA04CA090), May 28, 2004: Caproni Vizzola Cos. Aero. A-21 (N40171), Starkville, MS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and preparation and his delayed decision to return to the airport leading to an off airport landing as a result of deteriorating weather conditions. A…
- [NTSB DEN77DTE85](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN77DTE85), Sep 4, 1977: Caproni A-21 (N210CA), Fondis, CO, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (3)

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 20060609010999A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060609010999A), Jun 9, 2006: Vizola CALIFA21 (N9FM), San Antonio, TX, Substantial damage. (-23) As the glider was being towed, for take off, the right outboard wing separated resulting in the glider crashing. A detailed examination revealed that the…
- [Accident 20040528018519A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040528018519A), May 28, 2004: Vizola CALIFA21 (N40171), Starkville, MS, Substantial damage. (-23) The pilot in command of the capronin glider saw the weather getting worse and made the decision to land. During descent from 8500 feet to 3000 feet the…
- [Accident 19770904030479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770904030479A), Sep 4, 1977: Vizola CALIFA21 (N210CA), Fondis, CO, Substantial damage. Lost lift during soaring contest. Hit yucca.

## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (1)

Current parts manufacturer approvals (PMA): parts the FAA has approved companies to make as replacements or modifications. Each record lists its models as free text; OpenAirDocs matched them to this model on its data sheet, so check the FAA record before relying on it. Newest first.

- [87-05208-001](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C4B8A8A2B2422B728625822E007853B6.0001): Assembly, Light, PAR 46 Landing. Astronics Luminescent Systems Inc · PMA PQ0786NE · Replaces 01-0790750-20 · Jan 23, 2018

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