- Manufacturer (registry)
- FLEET
- Model
- FLEET 16B
- Registry code
- 3480502
- Registered
- 26 aircraft
- Type
- Fixed wing single engine
- Engines
- 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats
- 2
- Weight class
- Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed
- 116 mph
- Certification
- Type certificated
- Data sheet
- TCDSTC 2-566
- Holder
- Fleet Aircraft Ltd.
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 · 30
| 1936 | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1939 | 1 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 4 |
| 1944 | 2 |
| 1948 | 1 |
| 1956 | 2 |
| 1959 | 1 |
| 1960 | 1 |
| 1961 | 1 |
| 1963 | 1 |
| 1969 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
Airworthiness directives that may apply · 0
ADs whose products match this airframe model. Each AD’s applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or configuration.
No ADs matched this model
Registered aircraft · 26
N1238VPhilbrick Rodney C · Bishop, CAN16BRAmerican Airpower Heritage Fly Musm · Dallas, TXN211KBartel Christopher H DBA · Williamsburg, PA
See all 26 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 ('3480502')
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 ('3480502')
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 · 8
STC SA00478CHInstallation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric.STC SA02033ATModification to install an air-oil separator to prevent oil from being aspirated from the engine breather line.STC SA04652CHTo allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specificationSTC SA04776NY (2 OF2)The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintainedSTC SA1008WEInstallation of Poly-Fiber covering material.STC SA1242WECeconite 101 covering of complete aircraft.STC SA1325GLSurrendered and incorporated into STC SA00478CH.STC SA4503NMRemove original cloth covering and install Ceconite covering
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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 = 'FLEET16B') ORDER BY s.status = 'Current' DESC, s.stc_number"
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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 = 'FLEET16B') ORDER BY s.status = 'Current' DESC, s.stc_number
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NTSB investigations · 15
Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.
Of 4 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 2 cases with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.
NTSB ERA16LA255Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFleet Fleet 16B · Rhinebeck, NYFailure of the gear strut mount nut due to wear.NTSB ERA12CA520Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportFleet Fleet 16B · Bayport, NYThe pilot’s improper landing flare, which resulted in a hard landing.NTSB CEN12LA127Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFleet Fleet 16B · Marion, TXA total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of a piece of metal in the fuel line, which blocked fuel flow to the engine.NTSB ERA11CA002Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportFleet 16B · Lake City, SCThe pilot’s improper use of the brakes while taxiing.NTSB NYC00LA173Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportFleet 16B · Rochester, NHThe pilot's failure to maintain directional control. A factor in the accident was the pilot's lack of experience in the accident airplane make and model.NTSB SEA87FA165Accident · 1 fatalField investigationFinal reportFleet 16B · Bellevue, WAThe pilot executed an emergency landing on a golf course after a power loss which he attributed to carburetor ice. Subsequent to the landing the aircraft was fueled with 10 gallons of automotive gasoline. The fuel was checked for water at the strainer drain…NTSB LAX80DVA42Accident · No injuriesClosedFleet 16B · Fresno, CANTSB FTW75DPD45Accident · Minor injuriesClosedFleet 16B · Justin, TXNTSB NYC75DFA47Accident · No injuriesClosedFleet 16B · Ogdensburg, NYNTSB MIA73FKQ03Accident · No injuriesClosedFleet Acft 16B · Mccomb, MSNTSB NYC72FHM13Accident · No injuriesClosedFleet 16B · Rhinebeck, NYNTSB CHI71FET31Accident · Serious injuriesClosedFleet 16B · Osceola, INNTSB IAD71AI044Accident · 2 fatalClosedFleet 16B · Ellendale, DENTSB DEN69A0019Accident · 2 fatalClosedFleet Acft 16B · Niwot, CONTSB FTW68F0236Accident · No injuriesClosedFleet Acft 16B · Lubbock, TX
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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 ('3480502')
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 ('3480502')
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 · 13
Matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.
Accident 20160702010309AFleet Fleet 16B · Rhinebeck, NYOn the take-off roll, the left main landing gear retaining bolt threads failed and allowed the wheel assembly to become detached from the main strut. The wheel remained attached to and dangled from the aircraft by a secondary strut. The pilot performed a…Accident 20120818016509AFleet Fleet 16B · Bayport, NYOne August 18, 2012 at approximately 2100 z (1700 local), the landing gear of N343SF failed on touchdown, causing the aircraft to slide to a stop and flip over while landing north at Bayport aerodrome. The pilot was landing on runway 36 (turf runway 2740X150…Accident 20111230029919AFleet Fleet 16B · Marion, TXPilot stated he performed a standard pre flight had a normal engine start and run up, departed Zuehl field for a local pleasure flight. Approximate 15 to 20 minutes into the flight the engine surged two or three times then the engine stopped completely. He…Accident 20101001048159AFleet Fleet 16B · Lake City, SCPilot was back taxiing for departure on runway O1 at 51J, Lake City, SC. He stated he was distracted and let the aircraft gain speed. He stated he could not see directly over the nose of the aircraft due to its conventional gear design. Then, when he realized…Incident 20010429013869IFleet FLEET16B · Sandy Hook, NJ(-23) Flight of 5 biplanes departed cape may, NJ (wwd) after refueling stop enroute to bayport, NY. Pilot of N343SF stated that his engine began missing and losing power at an altitude of 1200 fee MSL over Sandy Hook, NJ. Pilot further stated that he was…Accident 20000619039959AFleet FLEET16B · Rochester, NH(.4)On June 19, 2000, at 1900 eastern daylight time, a Fleet 16B, N162V, was substantially damage during landing, when it ground-looped at the Skyhaven Airport, Rochester, new hampshire. The certificated airline transport pilot and pilot rated passenger were…Incident 19950401008559IFleet FLEET16B · Riverside, CANarrative: the aircraft involved in this incident had just recently emerged from a six year restoration project. The aircraft departed gillespie field, san diego, CA for the Riverside airport. During landing, the aircraft veered to the left, pilot attempted…Incident 19941001037039IFleet FLEET16B · Albany, GAEngine quit on climbout. Turned back. Landed ok but ground looped avoiding ditch. Beleive hit ignition with knee.Accident 19870816050519AFleet FLEET16B · Bellevue, WAPower loss on climbout. Hit a tree on forced landing. Indicates fuel shutoff valve was in the off position.Incident 19861003060539IFleet FLEET16B · Corpus Christi, TXForced landing in shallow water after engine failure en route. Engine cylinder had failed.Accident 19800524015469AFleet FLEET16B · Fresno, CAStrong crosswind on landing raised wing. Airplane ground-looped, ran off runway. Nosed over.Accident 19750615016499AFleet FLEET16B · Justin, TXAntique biplane being flown from rear cockpit. Plt looking for otr acft. Steep pull up to miss wiresAccident 19750611015439AFleet FLEET16B · Ogdensburg, NYStruck construction stakes on rwy. Rwy notamed closed, not marked with x.
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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 ('3480502')
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 ('3480502')
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Service difficulty reports
No reports name this modelGeneral aviation reporting is voluntary.
The same model under other registry codes
Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.
Reed FLEET 16B0 registered aircraftFleet-Martinez FLEET 16B0 registered aircraftFleet Reed S J IV FLEET 16B0 registered aircraft
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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 = 'FLEET16B' AND m.code NOT IN ('3480502')
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 = 'FLEET16B' AND m.code NOT IN ('3480502')
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.