# Forney 415-D - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 0420336 - Manufacturer (registry): FORNEY - 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: 2 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/forney-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 (2) - [N93555](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N93555): [Hess John C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HESS%20JOHN%20C), [Islip Terrace, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Islip%20Terrace), built 1946, S/N 878 - [N99642](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N99642): [Roberts Raymond J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROBERTS%20RAYMOND%20J), [Rockledge, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Rockledge), S/N 2265 ## 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/forney-415-d/stcs.md ## NTSB investigations (1) 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 MIA68F0207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA68F0207), May 28, 1967: Erco 415-D (N99642), Pamplico, SC, 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 ## 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 - [Engineering & Research 415-D](https://openairdocs.org/model/engineering-research-415-d): 24 registered aircraft, registry code 0420306 - [Erco 415-D](https://openairdocs.org/model/erco-415-d): 4 registered aircraft, registry code 0420406 - [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. 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