# Consolidated Vultee BT-13 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 2420222 - Manufacturer (registry): CONSOLIDATED VULTEE - Model: BT-13 - 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 A-2-571](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-2-571) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation Stinson Division - Registered aircraft: 7 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/consolidated-vultee-bt-13 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 52-02-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-02-01): Bronze Rear Spar Fittings · Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation, Stinson Division BT-13, BT-13A (Army SNV-1), BT-13B (Navy SNV-2) and 1 more - [AD 49-27-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-27-01): Fuel Line Rework · Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation, Stinson Division BT-13, BT-13A (Army SNV-1) and BT-13B (Navy SNV-2) - [AD 49-07-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-07-03): Fuel System Placard · Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation, Stinson Division BT-13, BT-13A (Army SNV-1) and BT-13B (Navy SNV-2) - [AD 47-25-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-25-10): Elevator Tab Failure · Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation, Stinson Division BT-13, BT-13A (Army SNV-1) and BT-13B (Navy SNV-2) - [AD 46-06-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-06-04): Propeller Spinner Attaching Lugs · Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation, Stinson Division BT-13, BT-13A (Army SNV-1) and BT-13B (Navy SNV-2) ## Registered aircraft (7) - [N55537](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N55537): [Williams David M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILLIAMS%20DAVID%20M), [Fox Island, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Fox%20Island), S/N 2469 - [N63043](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N63043): [Cook Lu](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COOK%20LU), [Angeles, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Angeles), built 1942, S/N 5805, Registration revoked - [N641CM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N641CM): [Rudd Wayne G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RUDD%20WAYNE%20G), [Basalt, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Basalt), built 1941, S/N 1479 - [N64470](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N64470): [Mcfall Robert Leroy Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCFALL%20ROBERT%20LEROY%20TRUSTEE), [Topeka, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Topeka), built 1942, S/N 5142 - [N67789](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N67789): [Skyway Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKYWAY%20INC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1941, S/N 1715 - [N70030](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N70030): [Heath Sean M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HEATH%20SEAN%20M), [Ludowici, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Ludowici), built 1943, S/N 9630 - [N8527P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8527P): [Owens Wilbur](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OWENS%20WILBUR), [Rch Palos Vrd, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Rch%20Palos%20Vrd), built 1980, S/N 79-758 ## NTSB investigations (4) 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 GAA19CA491](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA491), Aug 10, 2019: Consolidated Vultee BT13 (N62644), Franklin, PA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in a runway excursion and the left main landing gear collapsing. - [NTSB MKC78FA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC78FA035), Apr 29, 1978: Vultee BT-13 (N64470), Augusta, KS, destroyed, 2 fatal - [NTSB MIA69F0354](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA69F0354), Oct 24, 1968: Convair BT-13A (N66703), Stone Mtn, GA, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC67F0670](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC67F0670), Jun 1, 1967: Vultee BT13A (N69687), Pottstown, PA, substantial damage ## FAA accident and incident reports (8) 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 20190810013669A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190810013669A), Aug 10, 2019: Consolidated Vultee BT-13 (N62644), Franklin, PA, Substantial damage. The aircraft was departing runway 03 at kfkl. Winds at that time were from the w/nw at 8G20. During takeoff roll pilot lost control and exited the runway on… - [Incident 20051218033529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20051218033529I), Dec 18, 2005: Cvac BT13 (N8527P), Lorain / Elyria, OH, Minor damage. (-23) After refueling the pilot [privacy data omitted] was taxiing out of the FBO when he misjudged the distance between his aircraft and a parked PA-24-250… - [Incident 19941226046459I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19941226046459I), Dec 26, 1994: Cvac BT13 (N40018), Jobstown, NJ, Substantial damage. Ground looped to left on takeoff due to p factor and torque not compensated. - [Incident 19940820033139I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940820033139I), Aug 20, 1994: Cvac BT13 (N8527P), Batavia, NY. Engine failed during flyby at an airshow. Emergency off airport landing. - [Incident 19940620029339I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940620029339I), Jun 20, 1994: Cvac BT13A (N40018), Mount Holly, NJ. Surging and power loss. Landed in open field. Found clogged carburetor fuel screen. - [Incident 19890310019979I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890310019979I), Mar 10, 1989: Cvac BT13 (N63163), Titusville, FL, Minor damage. Lost directional control trying to take off in excessive crosswind. Ran off runway, ground looped, broke right gear - [Incident 19840910052179I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840910052179I), Sep 10, 1984: Cvac BT13A (N8527P), Peoria, NY. Oil pressure dropped to zero. Landed safely in a mowed field. Oil line to the oil pressure gauge had failed. - [Accident 19780429012001A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780429012001A), Apr 29, 1978: Cvac BT13B (N64470), Augusta, KS, Destroyed ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (22) 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 SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA7965SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7965SW): Application of fabric and polyurethane finishing system. Shady Aviation LLC - [STC SA01757WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01757WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA04776NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings Inc - [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 SA6070NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA6070NM): Installation of a 'quick-disconnect drain plug' on the engine rocker sump for the oil drain retrieval system after engine shutdown. West Coast Air Creations - [STC SA01282NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01282NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K015 on aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney radial reciprocating engine Series R-985, R-1340 and R-1830. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA11172SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11172SC): Installation of an ADS600-B Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Universal Access Transceiver (UAT) and Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna. NavWorx Inc - [STC SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric. Aviation Products Systems Inc - [STC SA02033AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02033AT): Modification to install an air-oil separator to prevent oil from being aspirated from the engine breather line. M-20 Oil Separators LLC - [STC SA02594CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594CH): Installation of a fuel selector valv. Crone Enterprises LLC - [STC SA241CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA241CH): Install Ceconite 101 fabric. Aviation Products Systems Inc - [STC SA1008WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1008WE): Installation of Poly-Fiber covering material. Poly-Fiber Inc - [STC SA00068LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068LA): Installation of tail wheel adapter ring. R-R-R-Russ Aircraft - [STC SA1351WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1351WE): Replace existing fabric on wings, fuselage, empennage, and/or control surfaces, with Ceconite101 material. (262A Series -12). Ceconite Inc - [STC SA4-1210](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-1210): Installation of Eonnex cover on aircraft surfaces. Ceconite, Inc - [STC SA4-592](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-592): Eonite covering on ailerons and rudder. Lott William C - [STC SA1350WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1350WE): Replace existing fabric on wings, fuselage, empennage and/or control surfaces with fiberglass cloth. Ceconite, Inc - [STC SA4-625](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-625): Flap lids. Mann E H & E Snow - [STC SA4-404](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-404): Glass cloth application on control surfaces. Glasco-Air Products - [STC SA4-840](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-840): Fabric replaced with glass cloth on wings, fuselage, empennage and/or control surfaces. Air Fibre Inc ## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (21) 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. - [S1069](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID186333518420260806152308.0001): 100R Fuel Placard. Swift Fuels, LLC · PMA PQ04423CE · Modification part · Jul 20, 2026 - [73-CFG-R](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID150010697220260806152402.0001): Fuel Quantity Indication Placard. Swift Fuels, LLC · PMA PQ04423CE · Modification part · Jul 20, 2026 - [A-74-19-ACPM](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID141386132720240826152203.0001): Piston-Wheel Cylinder. AirCorps Aviation, LLC · PMA PQ04274CE · Replaces A-74-19 & (A-74-10 or A-76-33) · Jul 9, 2024 - [FS30-T6CJ](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID178978256120240625133917.0001): FUEL SELECTOR. McFarlane Aviation Inc. · PMA PQ3732CE · Replaces AN4004-3 · Mar 14, 2024 - [FS30-T6CJ](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/079A06CC28FECB1E862585D90061D023.0001): Selector Valve. C J Aviation, Inc. · PMA PQ1607CE · Replaces AN4004-3 · Sep 2, 2020 - [V674UL94](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/26465837A7672E7A86258583004BE923.0001): UL94 Fuel Placard. Swift Fuels, LLC · PMA PQ04423CE · Modification part · Nov 25, 2019 - [9100-001-C](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DD343890DCD8BFDB86258569004013FB.0001): MaxDim Lamp Intensity Controller. Seaton Engineering Corporation · PMA PQ2574NM · Modification part · Sep 3, 2019 - [9100-001-D](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C7B6725B325949E98625856900401478.0001): MaxDim Lamp Intensity Controller. Seaton Engineering Corporation · PMA PQ2574NM · Modification part · Sep 3, 2019 - [9200-000-B](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BD58B0712CA0C6AA86258569004016AD.0001): MaxPulse Landing Light Controller. Seaton Engineering Corporation · PMA PQ2574NM · Modification part · Sep 3, 2019 - [9100-001-G](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/ADE62C91D97E8B788625856900401557.0001): MaxDim Lamp Intensity Controller. Seaton Engineering Corporation · PMA PQ2574NM · Modification part · Sep 3, 2019 - [9100-001-E](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/A37F050253EE808A86258569004014BA.0001): MaxDim Lamp Intensity Controller. Seaton Engineering Corporation · PMA PQ2574NM · Modification part · Sep 3, 2019 - [9200-000-A](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/8E10EF4D973C1D6D8625856900401662.0001): MaxPulse Landing Light Controller. Seaton Engineering Corporation · PMA PQ2574NM · Modification part · Sep 3, 2019 - [9100-001-A](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/62DC748A2B9B1D9386258569004012FD.0001): MaxDim Lamp Intensity Controller. Seaton Engineering Corporation · PMA PQ2574NM · Modification part · Sep 3, 2019 - [9100-001-F](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/3746AAB4CC0D6883862585690040151B.0001): MaxDim Lamp Intensity Controller. Seaton Engineering Corporation · PMA PQ2574NM · Modification part · Sep 3, 2019 - [9100-001-B](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/32446D71EB78157686258569004013B2.0001): MaxDim Lamp Intensity Controller. Seaton Engineering Corporation · PMA PQ2574NM · Modification part · Sep 3, 2019 - [SF-101](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/777085580E30E7B186257B7C00496D7D.0001): Fabric. Aviation Products Systems Inc · PMA PQ3830CE · Replaces Heavy Duty 3 & 101-3 · May 27, 2013 - [SF-102](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/11B3F358931CE76A86257B7C00496E13.0001): Fabric. Aviation Products Systems Inc · PMA PQ3830CE · Replaces Medium 3 & 102-3 · May 27, 2013 - [Allen Aircraft Products 8S1002](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F07BC26CB4D74E648625767E0063B49A.0001): Fuel Selector Valve. Allen Aircraft Products · PMA PQ2071CE · Replaces Crone Enterprises #FS30-T6 · Nov 23, 2009 - [Allen Aircraft Products 8S1002](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/3CF40F43952FB0208625766A0073D1D1.0001): Fuel Selector Valve. Allen Aircraft Products · PMA PQ2071CE · Replaces Crone Enterprises #FS30-T6 · Nov 1, 2009 - [All Parts listed on Master Dwg List No. 300](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/5B88EFCC421808CD8525703C006945EA.0001): Drain Plug. Alden Engineering · Modification part · Jan 3, 1999 - [SF102](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/133FFA3EBC1A640C862575DD004DEC5A.0001): Fabric, Dope, & System II Finish Materials Manual C102, Rev 2 dated Jan 1986 or Manual D102, revised Jan 1986. AAR Distribution · Modification part · May 26, 1987 ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Convair BT-13](https://openairdocs.org/model/convair-bt-13): 3 registered aircraft, registry code 2420202 - [Consolidated/Nocco C VULTEE BT-13](https://openairdocs.org/model/consolidated-nocco-c-vultee-bt-13): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 2420201 - [Cons Vultee/Pittman BT13](https://openairdocs.org/model/cons-vultee-pittman-bt13): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 2420220 - [Vultee BT-13](https://openairdocs.org/model/vultee-bt-13): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 2421704 --- 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.