# Erco 415-D

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 0420406
- Manufacturer (registry): ERCO
- 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: 85 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS A-787](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-787) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Univair Aircraft Corporation
- Registered aircraft: 4
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/erco-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 or SA02658SE). 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 (4)

- [N87048](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N87048): [Brooklyn Center, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Brooklyn%20Center), built 1946, S/N 221, Sale reported
- [N94134](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N94134): [Hahola James J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HAHOLA%20JAMES%20J), [Easton, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Easton), built 1946, S/N 1457
- [N94641](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N94641): [Grizzard John Matthew](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GRIZZARD%20JOHN%20MATTHEW), [Newport News, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Newport%20News), built 1948, S/N 4748
- [N99158](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N99158): [Alexander Grayson T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ALEXANDER%20GRAYSON%20T), [Winthrop, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Winthrop), built 1946, S/N 1781

## 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 NYC67D0180](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC67D0180), Jul 10, 1966: Erco 415-C (N99158), Sanford, ME, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK65X0722](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK65X0722), Nov 15, 1964: Ercoupe 415D (N94674), Danville, VA, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK64X0514](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X0514), Feb 9, 1964: Ercoupe 415C (N99158), Bristol, PA, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to aircraft with this model.

## 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

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (122, first 50)

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 SA02156CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02156CH): Installation of a 30-gallon fuel system. Duckboy America, LLC
- [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC
- [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 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 SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc
- [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 SA7965SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7965SW): Application of fabric and polyurethane finishing system. Shady Aviation LLC
- [STC SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd
- [STC SA01757WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01757WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SA03898NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03898NY): Installation and maintenance of ORATEX covering and coating material. Aircraft Design & Certification Ltd
- [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 SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA127GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA127GL): Install Cleveland Wheel and Brakes conversion kit, P/N 199-69. Kaman Corporation Aircraft Wheel and Brake LLC
- [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SA04776NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings Inc
- [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 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 SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation
- [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 SA2628WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2628WE): Installation of Continental O-200-A engine, McCauley 1A101/DCM 6948 propeller, electric fuel transfer pump and associated changes. Alpha Aviation Inc
- [STC SA3502WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3502WE): Installation of fiberglass nose bowl. Alpha Aviation Inc
- [STC SA04362CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04362CH): Installation of the uAvionix skyBeacon Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out. uAvionix Corporation
- [STC SA02503AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02503AK): Installation of AMSAFE State of the Art Restraint System (SOARS) inflatable restraints. AMSAFE Inc
- [STC SA02493CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02493CH): Installation of a Three Point Torso Restraint System. Alpha Aviation Inc
- [STC SA02601CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02601CH): Installation of a Battery Master Relay. Alpha Aviation Inc
- [STC SA02757CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02757CH): Installation of the Univair Model E elevator assembly. Alpha Aviation Inc
- [STC SA10077SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10077SC): Installation of push-button starter system. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA00780SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00780SE): Installation of the True Lock Safety Retention Axle Lock Nut System. True Lock LLC
- [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 SA1097GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1097GL): Installation of single lamp landing light. Alpha Aviation Inc
- [STC SA1180GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1180GL): Installation of main and nose gear fairings. Alpha Aviation Inc
- [STC SA330GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA330GL): Installation of 9-cu. ft. Baggage Compartment. Alpha Aviation Inc
- [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 SA01768SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01768SE): Installation of an oil cooler system. Steve's Aircraft
- [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 SA10921SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10921SC): Installation of an alternator and regulator as a replacement to existing OEM generators and mechanical voltage regulators. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [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 SA01026SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01026SE): Improved fuel gascolator assembly. Steve's Aircraft
- [STC SA02825NY PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02825NY%20PAGE%202): Installation of Aerospace Logic Aircraft Instruments. Aerospace Logic Inc
- [STC SA1315WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1315WE): Installation of Mixture Monitor (exhaust gas temperature probe, gage and selector) in accordance with Delta Products Part Lists A-192 and A-193, or in accordance with Tri-Star Corporation Mixture Monitor Installation Instructions dated December 9, 1981, or later FAA approved revision and/or Drawing List MM-127 dated November 15, 1981, or later FAA approved revision in aircraft models listed in Master Eligibility List P-80-A-6 revised March 29, 1968, copy attached, or later FAA approved revision. Universal Corporation
- [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc
- [STC SA2693NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2693NM): Installation of Electronics International digital volt/amp gauges and accessories. Electronics International 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

All 122: https://openairdocs.org/model/erco-415-d/stcs.md

## 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): 101 registered aircraft, registry code 0420326
- [Engineering & Research 415-D](https://openairdocs.org/model/engineering-research-415-d): 24 registered aircraft, registry code 0420306
- [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

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