# Engineering & Research 415-D - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 0420306 - Manufacturer (registry): ENGINEERING & RESEARCH - Model: 415-D - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 2 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 90 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A-787](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-787) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Univair Aircraft Corporation - Registered aircraft: 24 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/engineering-research-415-d 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 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 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](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-18-04-R1) (historical): Outer Wing Panels · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 7 more. Effective Mar 24, 1995 - [AD 86-22-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-22-09) (historical): Fuel Line Nipple · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 4 more. Effective Nov 13, 1986 - [AD 52-02-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-02-02) (historical): Aileron Balance Assembly · Univair 415-C, 415-CD, 415-D and 2 more - [AD 46-38-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-38-03) (historical): Fuel system elbow fitting · Univair 415-C, 415-CD and 415-D ## Information bulletins (advisory) (2) - [SAIB CE-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-14-03): Wing Spar Damage. Issued Nov 15, 2013 - [SAIB CE-13-23](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-13-23): Flight Controls; Elevator Control Horn. Issued Mar 21, 2013 ## Registered aircraft (24) - [N169WS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N169WS): [Marcoux George Alfred Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MARCOUX%20GEORGE%20ALFRED%20JR), [Shapleigh, ME](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ME/Shapleigh), built 1946, S/N 856 - [N2231H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2231H): [Horn Patricia A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HORN%20PATRICIA%20A), [Hartland, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Hartland), S/N 2854 - [N2357H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2357H): [Farris Mark E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FARRIS%20MARK%20E), [Richmond, KY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KY/Richmond), built 1946, S/N 2982 - [N2586H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2586H): [Dix Walter R Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DIX%20WALTER%20R%20JR), [Winter Haven, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Winter%20Haven), built 1946, S/N 3211 - [N2596H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2596H): [Layne Keith R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAYNE%20KEITH%20R), [Oklahoma City, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Oklahoma%20City), built 1946, S/N 3221 - [N2904H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2904H): [Brecke Joshua Carl](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRECKE%20JOSHUA%20CARL), [Blossvale, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Blossvale), S/N 3529 - [N3020H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3020H): [Warren Howard](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WARREN%20HOWARD), [Cookeville, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Cookeville), built 1946, S/N 3645 - [N3049H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3049H): [Pressly James P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PRESSLY%20JAMES%20P), [Lake Wylie, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Lake%20Wylie), built 1946, S/N 3674 - [N3254H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3254H): [Wiens James B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WIENS%20JAMES%20B), [Hillsboro, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Hillsboro), built 1946, S/N 3879 - [N3378H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3378H): [Topken Erick W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TOPKEN%20ERICK%20W), [Greeley, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Greeley), built 1946, S/N 4003 - [N3593H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3593H): [Yanks Air Museum](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/YANKS%20AIR%20MUSEUM), [Baldwin Park, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Baldwin%20Park), built 1946, S/N 4218 - [N3618H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3618H): [Ericson Eric](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ERICSON%20ERIC), [St Charles, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/St%20Charles), built 1946, S/N 4243 - [N3761H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3761H): [Brezina Chad M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BREZINA%20CHAD%20M), [Whitewright, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Whitewright), built 1947, S/N 4386 - [N3888H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3888H): [Lewis James T Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LEWIS%20JAMES%20T%20JR), [Williamsport, MD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MD/Williamsport), S/N 4589 - [N39TR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N39TR): [Rapp Timothy](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RAPP%20TIMOTHY), [Fairfield, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Fairfield), built 1947, S/N 4770 - [N415SS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N415SS): [1st Resources Unltd Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/1ST%20RESOURCES%20UNLTD%20INC), [Houston, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Houston), built 1947, S/N 4776 - [N87104](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N87104): [Jp Flying LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JP%20FLYING%20LLC), [Dover, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Dover), built 1946, S/N 277 - [N87315](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N87315): [Lucarelli David L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LUCARELLI%20DAVID%20L), [Moncks Corner, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Moncks%20Corner), built 1946, S/N 488 - [N93536](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N93536): [Gregory Vernon L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GREGORY%20VERNON%20L), [Swansea, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Swansea), built 1946, S/N 859 - [N93871](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N93871): [Flowers Cleon](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLOWERS%20CLEON), [Conway, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Conway), built 1946, S/N 1194 - [N94677](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N94677): [Salter Paul E Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SALTER%20PAUL%20E%20JR), [Jacksonville, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Jacksonville), built 1947, S/N 4788 - [N99112](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N99112): [Macario T Michael](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MACARIO%20T%20MICHAEL), [Townsend, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Townsend), built 1946, S/N 1735 - [N99139](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N99139): [Fahey Michael J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FAHEY%20MICHAEL%20J), [Fenton, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Fenton), built 1946, S/N 1762 - [N99672](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N99672): [Cuthbert Alan R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CUTHBERT%20ALAN%20R), [Edwardsburg, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Edwardsburg), built 1946, S/N 2295 ## STCs approved for it (127, first 50) - [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc. - [STC SA00071SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00071SE): Cockpit sun visor installation.. Rosen Sunvisor Systems LLC - [STC SA00079NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00079NY): Installation 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.. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric.. Aviation Products Systems Inc. - [STC SA00680SE (2 OF 6](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE%20(2%20OF%206): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer.. Electronics International - [STC SA00780SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00780SE): Installation of the True Lock Safety Retention Axle Lock Nut System. True Lock LLC - [STC SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc. - [STC SA01026SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01026SE): Improved fuel gascolator assembly.. Steve's Aircraft - [STC SA01158WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01158WI): Installation of Aero Enhancements UV250-1 Supplemental Instrument Panel Lightning System.. Aero Enhancements Inc. - [STC SA01246CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01246CH): Replace existing glass bowl gascolator with Skyport Services metal bowl Gascolator Part No. SS13100.. Alpha Aviation Inc - [STC SA01247CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01247CH): Replace existing main LG strut seal with MLG Oleo Restoration Kit.. Alpha Aviation Inc - [STC SA01407CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01407CH): Replace existing brake master cylinder with replacement brake master cylinder.. Alpha Aviation Inc - [STC SA01409CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01409CH): Replace existing brake reservoir with replacement brake reservoir.. Alpha Aviation Inc - [STC SA01697CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01697CH): Installation of a new firewall forward engine mount and nose wheel assembly, Lycoming O-235-C2C model engine, Sensenich 72CK-0-54 model propeller, windshield/canopy assembly, and other related engine system installations on Univair (ERCO) model 415-D airplane with serial number 3502. Limited to installation on serial number 3502 ONLY.. Heusdens Mark A. - [STC SA01757WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01757WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA01768SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01768SE): Installation of an oil cooler system.. Steve's Aircraft - [STC SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc. - [STC SA01831WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01831WI): To allow the use of UL91 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Petersen Aviation Inc - [STC SA01944CH (2 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01944CH%20(2%20OF%202)): Modify airplane to fly on unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index, per ASTM Specification D-439 or D-4818 of any volatility class, A through E, or 82UL AVGAS per ASTM D-6227.. Experimental Aircraft Association Inc. - [STC SA01967WI (3 OF3)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI%20(3%20OF3)): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc. - [STC SA01988SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01988SE): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) MVP-50P.. Electronics International 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 SA02156CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02156CH): Installation of a 30-gallon fuel system. Duckboy America, LLC - [STC SA02168AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02168AK): Installation of hourmeter airspeed switch. For unpressurized aircraft only. Pressurized aircraft must have pressurization system deactivated.. Avalaska Inc - [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA02283SE PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02283SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In Flight Data) CGR-30P. Electronics International Inc. - [STC SA02402SE PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02402SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) CGR-30C. Electronics International Inc. - [STC SA02442AK PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02442AK%20PAGE%202): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 2000/2500 ADS-B system. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [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 SA02493CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02493CH): Installation of a Three Point Torso Restraint System. Alpha Aviation Inc - [STC SA02503AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02503AK): Installation of AMSAFE State of the Art Restraint System (SOARS) inflatable restraints. AMSAFE Inc. - [STC SA02601CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02601CH): Installation of a Battery Master Relay.. Alpha Aviation Inc - [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 SA02658SE (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE%20(1%20OF%202)): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc. - [STC SA02757CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02757CH): Installation of the Univair Model E elevator assembly. Alpha Aviation Inc - [STC SA02825NY PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02825NY%20PAGE%202): Installation of Aerospace Logic Aircraft Instruments. Aerospace Logic Inc. - [STC SA03898NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03898NY): Installation and maintenance of ORATEX covering and coating material. Aircraft Design & Certification Ltd - [STC SA04046CH PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%202): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc. - [STC SA04362CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04362CH): Installation of the uAvionix skyBeacon Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd. - [STC SA04550CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04550CH): Installation of firewall mounted Electric Fuel Transfer Pump, reroute of fuel transfer lines and removal of engine driven mechanical fuel transfer pump. Alpha Aviation Inc. - [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 SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA04776NY (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY%20(1%20OF%202)): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings Inc. - [STC SA04776NY (2 OF2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY%20(2%20OF2)): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings Inc. - [STC SA09470SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09470SC): Installation of Starter Indicator light system.. Texas Skyways Inc - [STC SA1-208](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1-208): Two 4595 100-watt General Electric sealed beam landing lights in nose cowling.. Air Service, Inc - [STC SA1-336](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1-336): Continental C-90-14F engine and McCauley 1B90-CM7152 propeller.. Richard W Weibley - [STC SA1-4](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1-4): Recover outer wing panels with metal.. Skycraft Design Inc All 127: https://openairdocs.org/model/engineering-research-415-d/stcs.md ## NTSB investigations (16) 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 GAA16CA395](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA395), Jul 23, 2016: Engineering & Research 415 (N2377H), Collinsville, OK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The 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 ERA13LA406](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA13LA406), Sep 6, 2013: Engineering & Research 415-D (N3940H), Beaver Falls, PA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The 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… - [NTSB CHI91FA305](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI91FA305), Sep 27, 1991: Ercoupe Ercoupe 415-D (N99283), Emmett, MI, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S EXCEEDING THE DESIGN LIMITS OF THE AIRCRAFT, WHICH RESULTED IN AN INFLIGHT BREAKUP. - [NTSB NYC88LA208](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC88LA208), Aug 3, 1988: Ercoupe 415C (N169WS), Auburn-Lewiston, ME, substantial damage - [NTSB ATL87LA090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL87LA090), Mar 22, 1987: Ercoupe 415-D (N99436), Cottondale, AL, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC81FNE31](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC81FNE31), Sep 12, 1981: Erco 415-D (N99436), Danbury, CT, substantial damage - [NTSB MIA77DKG06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA77DKG06), Nov 8, 1976: Erco 415-D (N94677), St.Mary'S, GA, substantial damage - [NTSB OAK75AP053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK75AP053), May 28, 1975: Erco 415-C (N87263), San Andreas, CA, destroyed, 2 fatal - [NTSB NYC75DNC11](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC75DNC11), Sep 29, 1974: Erco 415-D (N1084), Cambridge, ME, substantial damage - [NTSB IAD74DLQ36](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD74DLQ36), May 29, 1974: Erco 415-C (N3474H), Centertown, KY, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC74DGT11](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC74DGT11), Sep 30, 1973: Erco 415-D (N3850H), Hershey, PA, substantial damage - [NTSB LAX73DUJ76](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX73DUJ76-169116), Oct 14, 1972: Erco 415D (N3618H), Lk Hvsu Cty, AZ, substantial damage - [NTSB LAX72FUQ09](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX72FUQ09), Jul 24, 1971: Erco 415-D (N3618H), Van Nuys, CA, minor damage - [NTSB OAK67D0009](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK67D0009), May 29, 1966: Ercoupe 415-C (N3618H), S.Luis Obispo, CA, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC66F0042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC66F0042), Jun 20, 1965: Ercoupe 415 (N99616), E Moriches, NY, substantial damage - [NTSB UNK64X2050](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X2050), May 31, 1964: Ercoupe 415C (N2043H), Mukwonago, WI, destroyed ## FAA accident and incident reports (15) 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. - [Incident 20250926013279I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250926013279I), Sep 26, 2025: Engineering & Research 415-D (N39TR), Fairfield, MT, Minor damage. Upon 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… - [Incident 20230618006259I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230618006259I), Jun 18, 2023: Engineering & Research 415-D (N99672), Edwardsburg, MI, Minor damage. On 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… - [Accident 20160723013289A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160723013289A), Jul 23, 2016: Engineering & Research 415-CD (N2377H), Collinsville, OK, Substantial damage. The 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… - [Accident 20130906023679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130906023679A), Sep 6, 2013: Engineering & Research 415-D (N3940H), Beaver Falls, PA, Substantial damage. The pilot of N3940H experienced a rough running engine after takeoff from kbvi runway 28 that continued during the departure climb out. The pilot contacted… - [Accident 19910927043499A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910927043499A), Sep 27, 1991: Univar 415D (N99283), Emmett, MI, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Observed spinning to ground,parts and body falling. Right wing outer section folded in flight. Empannage separated. - [Incident 19900903047759I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900903047759I), Sep 3, 1990: Univar 415D (N99283), Utica, MI. Student observed loss of oil pressure. Made precautionary landing on test track without incident. - [Accident 19880803034939A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880803034939A), Aug 3, 1988: Univar 415C (N169WS), Auburn-Lewiston, ME, Substantial damage. Hand started by propping, aircraft ran into 2 parked aircraft. Failed to secure aircraft or have pilot at controls. - [Accident 19870322007259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870322007259A), Mar 22, 1987: Univar 415D (N99436), Cottondale, AL, Substantial damage. The engine failed and the aircraft hit the ground. Water in fuel. No STC for auto gas. - [Accident 19810912060279A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810912060279A), Sep 12, 1981: Univar 415D (N99436), Danbury, CT, Substantial damage. Aircraft crashed during emergency landing after engine malfunction. - [Incident 19780610045259I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780610045259I), Jun 10, 1978: Univar 415C (N99616), Sayville, NY, Minor damage. Pilot made emergency landing due to smoke entering the cockpit. Oil line from crankcase to firewall ruptured. - [Accident 19761108035389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19761108035389A), Nov 8, 1976: Univar 415D (N94677), St.Mary'S, GA, Substantial damage. Tall grass - [Accident 19750528014289A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750528014289A), May 28, 1975: Univar 415D (N87263), San Andreas, CA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Hit tree 25FT AGL. - [Accident 19740929033559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740929033559A), Sep 29, 1974: Univar 415D (N1084), Cambridge, ME, Substantial damage. Wet sod fld,5IN hi grass. - [Accident 19740529016149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740529016149A), May 29, 1974: Univar 415CD (N3474H), Centertown, KY, Substantial damage. Drg tkof on implement rd,nosewheel ctctd ruts. - [Accident 19730930029829A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730930029829A), Sep 30, 1973: Univar 415D (N3850H), Hershey, PA, Substantial damage. Instructor established high sink rate while demonstrating landing to student. ## Service difficulty reports (9) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2013FA0000671](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000671), Nov 22, 2013: RIB. CORRODED. INTERGRANUAL CORROSION FOUND ON LT CENTER SECTION RIB WS 36. FOUND DURING INSPECTION AND COMPLIANCE OF AD 2002-26-02, NEEDS REPAIR. - [SDR 2013FA0000666](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000666), Sep 5, 2013: THROTTLE CABLE. BROKEN. WHILE PRACTICING ENGINE OUT PROCEDURES, ACFT ENGINE BECAME UNRESPONSIVE TO THROTTLE INPUTS. AN OFF FIELD LANDING WAS PERFORMED WITH GOOD RESULTS. POST EVENT EXA - [SDR 2008FA0000352](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000352), May 14, 2008: RIB. CORRODED. SUBJECT 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 LARG - [SDR 01070422H](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/01070422H), Jan 7, 2004: SPAR CAP. CORRODED. FOUND 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 STIFF - [SDR 2003FA0001023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0001023), Oct 3, 2003: RIB. CORRODED. DURING 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 - [SDR BLAI200200001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/BLAI200200001), Jan 3, 2003: RIB. CORRODED. DURING 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 H - [SDR AU990098](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU990098), Jan 20, 1999: CRANKSHAFT. DAMAGED. (AUS) CRANKSHAFT AND TIMING GEARS DAMAGED. ENGINE HAD BEEN OVERHAULED IN THE USA APPROXIMATELY 285 HOURS PREVIOUSLY. - [SDR AU970285](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU970285), Mar 4, 1997: CONTROL 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 - [SDR 96ZZZX713](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX713), Aug 15, 1995: SPAR CAP. CORRODED. UPON 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 AIRCRA ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Ercoupe 415-D](https://openairdocs.org/model/ercoupe-415-d): 100 registered aircraft, registry code 0420326 - [Erco 415-D](https://openairdocs.org/model/erco-415-d): 4 registered aircraft, registry code 0420406 - [Forney 415-D](https://openairdocs.org/model/forney-415-d): 2 registered aircraft, registry code 0420336 - [Univair 415-D](https://openairdocs.org/model/univair-415-d): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 9230411 - [Alon 415-D](https://openairdocs.org/model/alon-415-d): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 0540105 --- 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.