- Manufacturer (registry)
- ENGINEERING & RESEARCH
- Model
- 415-D
- Registry code
- 0420306
- Registered
- 24 aircraft
- Type
- Fixed wing single engine
- Engines
- 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats
- 2
- Weight class
- Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed
- 90 mph
- Certification
- Type certificated
- Data sheet
- TCDSA-787
- Holder
- Univair Aircraft Corporation
Model codes come from the FAA registry’s reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.
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Aircraft by year built · 54
| 1946 | 35 |
|---|---|
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 3 |
| 1955 | 1 |
| 1956 | 1 |
| 1957 | 2 |
| 1988 | 1 |
Airworthiness directives that may apply · 26
ADs whose products match this airframe model. Each AD’s applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or configuration.
| 1956 | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 1 |
| 1959 | 2 |
| 1967 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
Airframe · Engineering & Research 415-D
AD 2022-03-15Fuel Quantity IndicatorAD 2012-08-06Flight ControlsAD 2003-21-01Outer wing panelsQuery with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "SELECT d.ad_number, d.status, d.subject, d.effective_date
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_directive.parquet' d
WHERE d.ad_id IN (SELECT ad_id FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_model_directive.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('0420306'))
ORDER BY coalesce(d.effective_date, d.publication_date, d.issue_date) DESC, d.ad_number DESC"Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.
SELECT d.ad_number, d.status, d.subject, d.effective_date
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_directive.parquet' d
WHERE d.ad_id IN (SELECT ad_id FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_model_directive.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('0420306'))
ORDER BY coalesce(d.effective_date, d.publication_date, d.issue_date) DESC, d.ad_number DESCRun it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.
Information bulletins that may apply · 2
Airframe · Engineering & Research 415-D
SAIB CE-14-03Wing Spar DamageSAIB CE-13-23Flight Controls; Elevator Control HornQuery with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "SELECT s.saib_number, any_value(s.title) AS title, max(s.issue_date) AS issue_date, any_value(s.status) AS status
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_saib.parquet' s
WHERE s.saib_id IN (SELECT saib_id FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_model_saib.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('0420306'))
GROUP BY s.saib_number ORDER BY issue_date DESC"Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.
SELECT s.saib_number, any_value(s.title) AS title, max(s.issue_date) AS issue_date, any_value(s.status) AS status
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_saib.parquet' s
WHERE s.saib_id IN (SELECT saib_id FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_model_saib.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('0420306'))
GROUP BY s.saib_number ORDER BY issue_date DESCRun it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.
Registered aircraft · 24
N169WSMarcoux George Alfred Jr · Shapleigh, MEN2231HHorn Patricia A · Hartland, WIN2357HFarris Mark E · Richmond, KY
See all 24 registered aircraftQuery with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "SELECT n_number, serial_number, year_manufactured, status, registrant_name, registrant_city, registrant_state
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_registration.parquet'
WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('0420306')
ORDER BY n_number"Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.
SELECT n_number, serial_number, year_manufactured, status, registrant_name, registrant_city, registrant_state
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_registration.parquet'
WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('0420306')
ORDER BY n_numberRun it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.
STCs approved for this model · 127
STC SA00068SEInstallation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1)STC SA00071SECockpit sun visor installation.STC SA00079NYInstallation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K008 on single and multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Teledyne Continental reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less.
See all 127 STCsQuery with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "SELECT s.stc_number, s.description, s.holder, s.status, s.status_date FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_stc.parquet' s WHERE s.stc_number IN (SELECT stc_number FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_stc_model.parquet' WHERE model_key = '415D') ORDER BY s.status = 'Current' DESC, s.stc_number"
Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.
SELECT s.stc_number, s.description, s.holder, s.status, s.status_date FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_stc.parquet' s WHERE s.stc_number IN (SELECT stc_number FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_stc_model.parquet' WHERE model_key = '415D') ORDER BY s.status = 'Current' DESC, s.stc_number
Run it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.
NTSB investigations · 16
Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.
Of 2 cases NTSB coded with a defining event. All defining events
Findings NTSB made part of the probable cause. A case can have several. All findings
Of 3 cases with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.
NTSB GAA16CA395Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportEngineering & Research 415 · Collinsville, OKThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in a high density altitude condition, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a tree.NTSB ERA13LA406Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportEngineering & Research 415-D · Beaver Falls, PAThe owner/pilot’s failure to follow engine manufacturer recommendations for engine oil changes and spark plug cleaning and rotating when operating the airplane with 100 low lead fuel, which resulted in carbon buildup in the engine and the total loss of engine…NTSB CHI91FA305Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportErcoupe Ercoupe 415-D · Emmett, MIThe pilot's exceeding the design limits of the aircraft, which resulted in an inflight breakup.
See all 16 investigationsQuery with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "SELECT c.\"ntsbNumber\", c.\"eventDate\", c.\"eventType\", c.\"eventCity\", c.\"eventStateOrRegion\", a.n_number, a.\"aircraftMake\", a.\"aircraftModel\", c.\"highestInjuryLevel\", c.\"totalFatal\", c.\"completionStatus\", c.report_url
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c.\"mKey\" = a.case_mkey
WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('0420306')
ORDER BY c.\"eventDate\" DESC, c.\"ntsbNumber\" DESC"Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.
SELECT c."ntsbNumber", c."eventDate", c."eventType", c."eventCity", c."eventStateOrRegion", a.n_number, a."aircraftMake", a."aircraftModel", c."highestInjuryLevel", c."totalFatal", c."completionStatus", c.report_url
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_aircrafts.parquet' a JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/ntsb_case_detail.parquet' c ON c."mKey" = a.case_mkey
WHERE a.aircraft_model_code IN ('0420306')
ORDER BY c."eventDate" DESC, c."ntsbNumber" DESCRun it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.
FAA incident reports · 15
Matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.
Incident 20250926013279IEngineering & Research 415-D · Fairfield, MTUpon turning base leg to land on runway 18 at 5U5, pilot and passenger heard a loud boom (nothing was visually seen by either person onboard). Performed landing normally. Postflight examination revealed damage to aft side and leading edge of propeller blade,…Incident 20230618006259IEngineering & Research 415-D · Edwardsburg, MIOn June 18, 2023, at 20:40 eastern daylight time (EDT), a 1946 Ercoupe 415 aircraft, [privacy data omitted], operated by a private pilot for personal use received minor damage when its propeller, and lower nose cowling struck a deer while on rollout after…Accident 20160723013289AEngineering & Research 415-CD · Collinsville, OKThe pilot with his passenger , his 13 yr. Old granddaughter were attempting a take off to the south on runway 17 and after gaining speed, stated that he tried to coax the aircraft into the air. He then stated he looked over and the right wing was quite low,…Accident 20130906023679AEngineering & Research 415-D · Beaver Falls, PAThe pilot of N3940H experienced a rough running engine after takeoff from kbvi runway 28 that continued during the departure climb out. The pilot contacted kbvi tower to request permission to return to runway 10 due to the engine?s reduced performance. During…Accident 19910927043499AUnivar 415D · Emmett, MIObserved spinning to ground,parts and body falling. Right wing outer section folded in flight. Empannage separated.Incident 19900903047759IUnivar 415D · Utica, MIStudent observed loss of oil pressure. Made precautionary landing on test track without incident.Accident 19880803034939AUnivar 415C · Auburn-Lewiston, MEHand started by propping, aircraft ran into 2 parked aircraft. Failed to secure aircraft or have pilot at controls.Accident 19870322007259AUnivar 415D · Cottondale, ALThe engine failed and the aircraft hit the ground. Water in fuel. No STC for auto gas.Accident 19810912060279AUnivar 415D · Danbury, CTAircraft crashed during emergency landing after engine malfunction.Incident 19780610045259IUnivar 415C · Sayville, NYPilot made emergency landing due to smoke entering the cockpit. Oil line from crankcase to firewall ruptured.Accident 19761108035389AUnivar 415D · St.Mary'S, GATall grassAccident 19750528014289AUnivar 415D · San Andreas, CAHit tree 25FT AGL.Accident 19740929033559AUnivar 415D · Cambridge, MEWet sod fld,5IN hi grass.Accident 19740529016149AUnivar 415CD · Centertown, KYDrg tkof on implement rd,nosewheel ctctd ruts.Accident 19730930029829AUnivar 415D · Hershey, PAInstructor established high sink rate while demonstrating landing to student.
Query with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "SELECT report_number, event_date, event_type, city, state, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, aircraft_damage, fatal_injuries, n_number
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_incident_report.parquet'
WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('0420306')
ORDER BY event_date DESC, report_number DESC"Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.
SELECT report_number, event_date, event_type, city, state, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, aircraft_damage, fatal_injuries, n_number
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_incident_report.parquet'
WHERE aircraft_model_code IN ('0420306')
ORDER BY event_date DESC, report_number DESCRun it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.
Service difficulty reports · 9
SDR 2013FA0000671Rib · corrodedINTERGRANUAL CORROSION FOUND ON LT CENTER SECTION RIB WS 36. FOUND DURING INSPECTION AND COMPLIANCE OF AD 2002-26-02, NEEDS REPAIR.SDR 2013FA0000666Throttle Cable · brokenWHILE PRACTICING ENGINE OUT PROCEDURES, ACFT ENGINE BECAME UNRESPONSIVE TO THROTTLE INPUTS. AN OFF FIELD LANDING WAS PERFORMED WITH GOOD RESULTS. POST EVENT EXAMINATION REVEALED THAT THE TUBULAR HOUSING OF THE THROTTLE ASSY HAD CRACKED AT THE SWEDGED-WELDSDR 2008FA0000352Rib · corrodedSUBJECT PART WAS FOUND TO BE CORRODED WHILE PERFORMING INSPECTION IAW AD 2002-26-02 (D) (3 YEAR REQUIREMENT). LEFT REAR CENTER SECTION RIB, CORRODED AROUND LARGE HOLE THROUGH WHICH PITOT AND STATIC LINES, AND NAV LITE WIRE PASS TO OUTER WING PANEL. REMOVED DEFSDR 01070422HSpar Cap · corrodedFOUND A POCKET OF EXFOLIATION ON TOP OF BOTTOM SPAR CAP EXTRUSION, AT AREA DIRECTLY BELOW MAIN LANDING GEAR ATTACH BOLT. ALSO FOUND AREA OF EXFOLIATION IN STIFFENER 31107 ON LT SIDE BEHIND WING FILLET.SDR 2003FA0001023Rib · corrodedDURING INSPECTION REQUIRED BY AD 2002-26-02 USING METHOD 1 AND METHOD 3, CORROSION WAS DISCOVERED IN THE VICINITY OF THE PILOT'S SIDE INBOARD RIB P/N 415-13017L. THIS CORROSION CANNOT BE SEEN USING THE WING REMOVAL METHOD OF INSPECTION. HOWEVER USING THE INSPSDR BLAI200200001Rib · corrodedDURING REFURBISHMENT OF THE WING CENTER SECTION WING WALKWAY BOXES, AN INSPECTION WAS CONDUCTED TO COMPLY WITH AD 2002-26-02. LOWER SKINS OF THE WALKWAY BOXES HAD BEEN REMOVED TO PROVIDE ACCESS FOR REFURBISHMENT, THIS PROVIDED UNIMPEDED ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE CESDR AU990098Crankshaft · damaged(AUS) CRANKSHAFT AND TIMING GEARS DAMAGED. ENGINE HAD BEEN OVERHAULED IN THE USA APPROXIMATELY 285 HOURS PREVIOUSLY.SDR AU970285Control Cable · faulty(AUS) CONTROL CABLES ATTACHED TO PRIMARY CONTROL QUADRANT IN CONTROL COLUMN YOKE HAD FAULTY SWAGING - DURING TESTING CABLES PULLED THROUGH THE NICOPRESS SLEEVES AT A LOAD OF 610 LBS (NORMAL FAILURE LOAD 2200 LBS TO 2300LBS) - AIRCRAFT IS IMPORTED FROM THE USA SDR 96ZZZX713Spar Cap · corrodedUPON REMOVAL OF METAL SKIN FOR INSPECTION BEFORE FABRIC RECOVER, FOUND BOTH WINGS HAD EXFOLIATION IN BOTTOM SPAR CAP (MAIN SPARS). WINGS HAVE BEEN OFF OF AIRCRAFT AND STORED OUTSIDE FOR SEVERAL YEARS.
Query with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "SELECT sdr_id, difficulty_date, n_number, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, part_name, part_condition, jasc_code, discrepancy FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_service_difficulty_report.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_key = '415D' ORDER BY difficulty_date DESC"
Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.
SELECT sdr_id, difficulty_date, n_number, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, part_name, part_condition, jasc_code, discrepancy FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_service_difficulty_report.parquet' WHERE aircraft_model_key = '415D' ORDER BY difficulty_date DESC
Run it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.
The same model under other registry codes
Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.
Ercoupe 415-D100 registered aircraftErco 415-D4 registered aircraftForney 415-D2 registered aircraftUnivair 415-D1 registered aircraftAlon 415-D0 registered aircraft
Query with SQL
duckdb -csv -c "SELECT m.code, m.manufacturer, m.model, count(g.n_number) AS aircraft
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_model.parquet' m LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_registration.parquet' g ON g.aircraft_model_code = m.code
WHERE m.match_key = '415D' AND m.code NOT IN ('0420306')
GROUP BY ALL
ORDER BY aircraft DESC
LIMIT 12"Prints the whole list as CSV. It reads the release’s Parquet files over HTTPS, so there’s nothing to download first. Install DuckDB to run it.
SELECT m.code, m.manufacturer, m.model, count(g.n_number) AS aircraft
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_model.parquet' m LEFT JOIN 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_aircraft_registration.parquet' g ON g.aircraft_model_code = m.code
WHERE m.match_key = '415D' AND m.code NOT IN ('0420306')
GROUP BY ALL
ORDER BY aircraft DESC
LIMIT 12Run it at the DuckDB prompt, or in any tool that reads Parquet over HTTPS. More ways to query the release are on Use the data.