# Forney F-1A

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 0420204
- Manufacturer (registry): FORNEY
- Model: F-1A
- 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: 8
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/forney-f-1a

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 96-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-06): Air Filter Assemblies · Maule Aerospace Technology 7ACA, 7ECA, 7FC and 180 more. Effective Jun 7, 1996
- [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

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):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

## Information bulletins (advisory) (2)

- [SAIB CE-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-14-03): Wing Spar Damage. Issued Nov 15, 2013
- [SAIB CE-04-69](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-69): . Issued Jun 9, 2004

## Registered aircraft (8)

- [N3022G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3022G): [Rokicki Stephen M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROKICKI%20STEPHEN%20M), [Corrales, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Corrales), built 1960, S/N 5715
- [N3023G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3023G): [Pollack Jack](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/POLLACK%20JACK), [Scottsdale, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Scottsdale), S/N 5716
- [N3026G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3026G): [Vaughn Edward J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VAUGHN%20EDWARD%20J), [Wellston, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Wellston), built 1960, S/N 5720
- [N3027G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3027G): [Gregory Vernon L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GREGORY%20VERNON%20L), [Swansea, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Swansea), built 1960, S/N 5722
- [N3032G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3032G): [Rogers Samuel](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROGERS%20SAMUEL), [Le Roy, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Le%20Roy), built 1960, S/N 5727
- [N3036G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3036G): [S&S Aircraft LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/S%26S%20AIRCRAFT%20LLC), [Rathdrum, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Rathdrum), built 1960, S/N 5730
- [N57Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N57Q): [Mowad John](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOWAD%20JOHN), [El Paso, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/El%20Paso), built 1961, S/N 5745
- [N7570C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N7570C): [Shackelford Jeffrey A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHACKELFORD%20JEFFREY%20A), [Morris, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Morris), built 1959, S/N 5687

## NTSB investigations (11)

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 ANC01LA038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC01LA038), Feb 24, 2001: Forney F-1A (N3032G), Whittier, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight planning/preparation, and his selection of unsuitable terrain for landing. A factor in the accident was snow-covered terrain.
- [NTSB CHI01LA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI01LA027), Oct 30, 2000: Forney F1A (N3028G), Austin, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: the proper glide path not being maintained by the pilot which resulted in the proper touchdown point not being obtained during the approach. A factor to the accident was the rising embankment.
- [NTSB MIA96LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA96LA007), Oct 15, 1995: Forney ERCOUPE-2 (N3027G), Cartersville, GA, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S DECISION TO CONTINUE FLIGHT WITH THE INOPERATIVE FUEL TRANSFER PUMP WHICH RESULTED IN LOSS OF ENGINE POWER DUE TO FUEL STARVATION. THE INOPERATIVE FUEL TRANSFER PUMP AND THE…
- [NTSB FTW86LA143](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW86LA143), Aug 5, 1986: Forney F-1A (N3026G), Wagoner, OK, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX75DUJ55](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX75DUJ55-125952), Apr 27, 1974: Forney F-1A (N3031G), Mcneal, AZ, substantial damage
- [NTSB IAD74FID32](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD74FID32), Apr 21, 1974: Forney F1A (N3029G), Tappahannock, VA, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC73FTK12](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC73FTK12), Mar 25, 1973: Forney F-1A (N3028G), Mobridge, SD, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC73AK022](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC73AK022), Sep 19, 1972: Forney F-1A (N3034G), Clearbrook, MN, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB CHI72FEG36](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI72FEG36), May 5, 1972: Forney F1A (N3028G), Batavia, OH, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI72FEG27](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI72FEG27), Feb 8, 1972: Forney F-1A (N3028G), Phillipsburg, OH, minor damage
- [NTSB MIA67F0002](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA67F0002-171300), Jun 21, 1966: Forney F1A (N3022G), Mt Pleasant, TN, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (7)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Accident 20010224004999A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20010224004999A), Feb 24, 2001: Univar F1A (N3032G), Whittier, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) On February 24, 2001, the pilot obtained a weather briefing and filed a VFR flight plan from anchorage merrill field to cordova, alask, and return. The…
- [Accident 20001030018229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20001030018229A), Oct 30, 2000: Univar F1A (N3028G), Austin, MN, No damage. (-23) Aircraft was landing to the south at Austin,MN (aum) and was aligned with runway 18. Aircraft crashed approximately 1/4 mile to the north of the runway.…
- [Accident 19951015035799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19951015035799A), Oct 15, 1995: Univar F1A (N3027G), Cartersville, GA, Substantial damage. Lost power en route due fuel starvation. Tried for field. Hit fence. Slid into ditch. Header tank pump prior inop.
- [Accident 19860805037449A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860805037449A), Aug 5, 1986: Univar F1A (N3026G), Wagoner, OK, Substantial damage. The engine lost power. The aircraft struck wires during landing. Student medical expired. No STC for auto fuel.
- [Accident 19740427010759A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740427010759A), Apr 27, 1974: Univar F1A (N3031G), Mcneal, AZ, Substantial damage. Strk greasewood bush.
- [Accident 19740421013449A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740421013449A), Apr 21, 1974: Univar F1A (N3029G), Tappahannock, VA, Destroyed. Struck gnd on nose gr. Acft skidded on gnd struck unoccupied Cessna N8296B,sub dmg.
- [Accident 19730325006099A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730325006099A), Mar 25, 1973: Univar F1A (N3028G), Mobridge, SD, Substantial damage. Lndd on farm ranch due fog bank ovr RVR.

## Service difficulty reports (1)

As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report.

- [SDR CA990413014](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA990413014), Mar 22, 1999: CONTROL ROD. CORRODED. (CAN) INTERNAL CORROSION OF CONTROL RODS WAS FOUND. THE AILERON CONTROL ROD (RT) WAS CORRODED THROUGH AT ROD-END INBOARD TO ATTACHMENT LUG AT AILERON BELLCRANK.

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (85, 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 SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC
- [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 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 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 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 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 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 SA01669CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01669CH): Installation of Challenger Reusable Air Filter. Challenger Aviation Products Inc
- [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
- [STC SA593CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA593CH): Install Champion SlickSTART magneto booster system. Champion Aerospace LLC
- [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 SA4005NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4005NM): Precise Flight Inc. Pulselite Control System. Precise Flight Inc

All 85: https://openairdocs.org/model/forney-f-1a/stcs.md

## The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

- [Aircoupe F-1A](https://openairdocs.org/model/aircoupe-f-1a): 10 registered aircraft, registry code 0420104

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