# Engineering & Research 415-CD - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 0420304 - Manufacturer (registry): ENGINEERING & RESEARCH - Model: 415-CD - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Engines: 1 - Seats: 2 - Data sheet: TCDS A-718 - Registered aircraft: 16 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/engineering-research-415-cd ## ADs that may apply - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2012-08-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-08-06): Flight Controls · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 7 more. Effective Oct 3, 2012 - [AD 2003-21-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-21-01): Outer wing panels · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 7 more. Effective Dec 1, 2003 - [AD 2002-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-26-02): Wing Center Section · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 7 more. Effective Feb 14, 2003 - [AD 2002-16-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-16-04): Fuel Line Nipples, Aluminum Fuel Line elbows, and Gascolator · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 4 more. Effective Sep 13, 2002 - [AD 67-06-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-06-03): Rudder bellcrank · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 4 more. Effective Feb 11, 1967 - [AD 59-25-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-25-05): Rudder reinforcement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 3 more - [AD 59-05-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-05-04): Rear spar reinforcement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 2 more - [AD 57-02-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/57-02-01): Rudder horn attachment · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 3 more - [AD 54-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/54-26-02): Control cable fraying · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 2 more - [AD 60-09-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-09-02): Nose gear bolts · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 1 more - [AD 55-22-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/55-22-02): Wing Tank Replacements · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 52-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-25-02): Nose Wheel and Skis. · Univair 415-C and 415-CD - [AD 50-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/50-07-01): Elevator trim tab stop · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 47-42-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-42-20): Control column shaft · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 47-20-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-09): Voltage regulator check · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 47-20-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-08): Battery box drain · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 47-20-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-06): Aileron reinforcement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 47-20-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-05): Belly skin reinforcement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 47-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-04): Baggage Compartment Zipper · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 47-20-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-20-03): Fuel pump line alteration · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 46-49-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-49-01): Nose wheel replacement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 46-46-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-46-01): Fuselage Gas Tank Overflow Line · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 46-38-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-38-02): Aileron control stop · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 46-23-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-23-03): Aileron control column fitting · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 46-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-23-02): Engine breather line hose · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D - [AD 46-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-23-01): Muffler Replacement · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D Historical (superseded or no longer in force): AD 94-18-04 R1, AD 86-22-09, AD 52-02-02, AD 46-38-03 ## NTSB investigations (11, newest 10) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB CHI02LA281](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI02LA281), Sep 15, 2002: Ercoupe 415-CD (N3989H), Effingham, IL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The partial loss of engine power due to the seized exhaust valve. A factor was the soft field. - [NTSB CHI99LA236](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI99LA236), Jul 18, 1999: Ercoupe 415-CD (N3859H), Wahoo, NE, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper starting technique which resulted in the inadvertent starting of the engine, with no one in the airplane. - [NTSB FTW90FA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW90FA092), Apr 9, 1990: Ercoupe 415CD (N3504H), Hereford, TX, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: INADVERTENT STALL. FACTORS WERE MAXIMUM GROSS WEIGHT EXCEEDED BY THE PILOT, THE PILOT'S IMPAIRMENT DUE TO DRUGS, AND THE PILOT'S LACK OF TOTAL EXPERIENCE. - [NTSB NYC85FA222](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC85FA222), Aug 27, 1985: Ercoupe 415-C (N3064H), Carlisle, PA, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB LAX84FA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX84FA028), Oct 23, 1983: Ercoupe 415-CD (N3630H), Compton, CA, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB MIA80DA079](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA80DA079), Jun 28, 1980: Erco 415-D (N3808H), Missing Aircraft, destroyed, 2 fatal - [NTSB ANC77DAG35](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC77DAG35), Mar 6, 1977: Erco 415-D (N2431H), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB DEN73FQD13](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN73FQD13), Dec 31, 1972: Erco 415-CD (N2431H), Alamogordo, NM, substantial damage - [NTSB DEN72AD020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN72AD020), Oct 28, 1971: Erco 415-CD (N3902H), Kit Carson, CO, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB SEA72AS011](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA72AS011), Sep 11, 1971: Erco 415C (N413L), Boise, ID, destroyed, 1 fatal All 11: https://openairdocs.org/model/engineering-research-415-cd/ntsb ## 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; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20020915038259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020915038259A), Sep 15, 2002: Univar 415CD (N3989H), Effingham, IL, Substantial damage. (-23) At approximately 0910, aircraft departed runway 29 and reached an altitude of 100 feet. At this point the aircraft started descending into a corn field.… - [Accident 19990718044679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990718044679A), Jul 18, 1999: Univar 415CD (N3859H), Wahoo, NE, No damage. (-23) Pilot lost control of aircraft when it started during handprop with throttle full open. A/c ran into closed hangar door causing substantial damage to… - [Incident 19901028054059I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19901028054059I), Oct 28, 1990: Univar 415CD (N292N), Modesto, CA, Minor damage. Gas odor after takeoff. Returned. Found bullet hole in left fuel tank. Arrested woman for shooting aircraft. - [Accident 19900409007889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900409007889A), Apr 9, 1990: Univar 415CD (N3504H), Hereford, TX, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Apparent loss of control during departure climb. Nose pitched straight down, impacted terrain and burned. - [Accident 19850827077489A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850827077489A), Aug 27, 1985: Univar 415C (N3064H), Carlisle, PA, Destroyed. Engine failed shortly after takeoff. Aircraft impacted terrain. Water and sludge found in carburetor and gascolator. - [Accident 19831023075069A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19831023075069A), Oct 23, 1983: Univar 415CD (N3630H), Compton, CA, Destroyed. Engine lost power on climbout. Crashed into a house off end of runway. Pilot-installed fuel computer blocked fuel. - [Accident 19800628028359A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800628028359A), Jun 28, 1980: Univar 415D (N3808H), Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, Destroyed. Pilot called mayday 35 miles west of puerto rico. No trace of persons or aircraft found. - [Accident 19770306006639A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770306006639A), Mar 6, 1977: Univar 415CD (N2431H), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. Acft struck auto while landing on highway ## Complete lists - aircraft: 16, https://openairdocs.org/model/engineering-research-415-cd/aircraft - ads: 31, https://openairdocs.org/model/engineering-research-415-cd/ads - incidents: 8, https://openairdocs.org/model/engineering-research-415-cd/incidents --- From OpenAirDocs.org, an independent open copy of FAA data. Only the Federal Register edition on govinfo.gov is the official legal text of an AD.