# Howard DGA-15P

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 4690506
- Manufacturer (registry): HOWARD AIRCRAFT
- Model: DGA-15P
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 5
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 150 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS A-717](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-717) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Howard Aircraft Foundation
- Registered aircraft: 96
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/howard-dga-15p

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.

None matched.

## Registered aircraft (96, first 50)

- [N1000R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1000R): [Sterling Foundation](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STERLING%20FOUNDATION), [Valparaiso, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Valparaiso), S/N 1732
- [N1001](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1001): [Hokuf Erik L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOKUF%20ERIK%20L), [Bemidji, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Bemidji), built 1947, S/N 980
- [N1068W](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1068W): [Sterling Foundation](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STERLING%20FOUNDATION), [Valparaiso, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Valparaiso), built 1956, S/N 544
- [N106GG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N106GG): [Grubb Gary G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GRUBB%20GARY%20G), [Kingfisher, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Kingfisher), built 1943, S/N 760
- [N1101](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1101): [Berry Machine & Tool Co Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BERRY%20MACHINE%20%26%20TOOL%20CO%20INC), [Camden, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Camden), built 1944, S/N 1761
- [N1149V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1149V): [Walker Charles T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WALKER%20CHARLES%20T), [Canton, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Canton), built 1943, S/N 924
- [N115P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N115P): [Museum Of Flight Hixson](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MUSEUM%20OF%20FLIGHT%20HIXSON), [Hixson, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Hixson), built 1944, S/N 926
- [N1227](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1227): [Howard Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOWARD%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Marblehead, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Marblehead), built 1940, S/N 516
- [N1311M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1311M): [Miller David L Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MILLER%20DAVID%20L%20JR), [Moberly, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Moberly), S/N 910
- [N1335M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1335M): [Martin Thomas R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MARTIN%20THOMAS%20R), [Roseville, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Roseville), built 1943, S/N 29510
- [N1336M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1336M): [Hargreaves William A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HARGREAVES%20WILLIAM%20A), [Lovettsville, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Lovettsville), built 1943, S/N 1714
- [N1785H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1785H): [Kreutzfeld James E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KREUTZFELD%20JAMES%20E), [Marbehead, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Marbehead), built 1943, S/N 1785
- [N22404](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22404): [Leroux Yvette](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LEROUX%20YVETTE), [Scottsdale, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Scottsdale), built 1939, S/N 500
- [N22410](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22410): [Vaughan Michael R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VAUGHAN%20MICHAEL%20R), [Saint Augustine, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Saint%20Augustine), built 1940, S/N 509
- [N22416](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22416): [3g Classic Aviation Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/3G%20CLASSIC%20AVIATION%20INC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1954, S/N 515
- [N22418](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22418): [Bohl Howard M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOHL%20HOWARD%20M), [Temecula, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Temecula), built 1940, S/N 517
- [N22423](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22423): [American Classic Aero LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AMERICAN%20CLASSIC%20AERO%20LLC), [Kalispell, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Kalispell), built 1940, S/N 522
- [N22424](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22424): [Iverson Kristen L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/IVERSON%20KRISTEN%20L), [Lino Lakes, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Lino%20Lakes), built 1940, S/N 523
- [N22440](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22440): [Nebulous LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NEBULOUS%20LLC), [Broomfield, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Broomfield), built 1941, S/N 539
- [N2464](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2464): [Kreutzfeld Kenneth F](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KREUTZFELD%20KENNETH%20F), [Port Clinton, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Port%20Clinton), S/N 503
- [N26J](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N26J): [Aircraft Marketing & Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIRCRAFT%20MARKETING%20%26%20LEASING%20LLC), [Fairbanks, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Fairbanks), S/N 1015
- [N2737](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2737): [Atchley Joshua K DBA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ATCHLEY%20JOSHUA%20K%20DBA), [Sikeston, MO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MO/Sikeston), S/N 1020
- [N28259](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N28259): [Lambert James A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LAMBERT%20JAMES%20A), [Cottage Grove, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Cottage%20Grove), built 1941, S/N 548
- [N29457](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N29457): [Bowe Walter C Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOWE%20WALTER%20C%20TRUSTEE), [Sonoma, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Sonoma), built 1943, S/N 782
- [N296Y](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N296Y): [Lutes Ralph E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LUTES%20RALPH%20E), [Shipshewana, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Shipshewana), built 1946, S/N 1753
- [N3347G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3347G): [Holcomb Aerial Service](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOLCOMB%20AERIAL%20SERVICE), [Flora, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Flora), built 1944, S/N 941
- [N36259](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N36259): [Sterling Foundation](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STERLING%20FOUNDATION), [Valparaiso, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Valparaiso), built 1944, S/N 1770
- [N42429](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N42429): [Plane Fun Inc Tr Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PLANE%20FUN%20INC%20TR%20TRUSTEE), [Snellville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Snellville), built 1940, S/N 528
- [N450HD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N450HD): [Schwabauer Michael D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHWABAUER%20MICHAEL%20D), [Athens, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Athens), built 1943, S/N 731
- [N4616N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4616N): [Plane Fun Inc Tr Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PLANE%20FUN%20INC%20TR%20TRUSTEE), [Snellville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Snellville), built 1943, S/N 709
- [N4638N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4638N): [White Bear Dga LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHITE%20BEAR%20DGA%20LLC), [Helena, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Helena), built 1944, S/N 1011
- [N4641N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4641N): [Pikes Peak Flyers Llp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PIKES%20PEAK%20FLYERS%20LLP), [Colorado Springs, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Colorado%20Springs), built 1943, S/N 705
- [N4646N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4646N): [Gourley Jonathon L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GOURLEY%20JONATHON%20L), [Graham, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Graham), built 1943, S/N 773
- [N4675N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4675N): [Sharp Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHARP%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Pauls Valley, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Pauls%20Valley), built 1944, S/N 973
- [N49791](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N49791): [Sterling Foundation](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STERLING%20FOUNDATION), [Valparaiso, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Valparaiso), S/N 755
- [N52834](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N52834): [Skinner Lawrence W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKINNER%20LAWRENCE%20W), [Fort Myers, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Fort%20Myers), built 1944, S/N 1763
- [N52928](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N52928): [Miller David L Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MILLER%20DAVID%20L%20JR), [Port Orange, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Port%20Orange), built 1944, S/N 1018
- [N52947](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N52947): [Museum Of Flight Foundation](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MUSEUM%20OF%20FLIGHT%20FOUNDATION), [Seattle, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Seattle), built 1946, S/N 559
- [N52986](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N52986): [Spence Ronald J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPENCE%20RONALD%20J), [Germantown, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Germantown), built 1944, S/N 988
- [N52991](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N52991): [Podzemny Allison](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PODZEMNY%20ALLISON), [Bogata, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Bogata), S/N 925
- [N53386](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N53386): [Houck Mark J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOUCK%20MARK%20J), [Fredericksburg, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Fredericksburg), S/N 29511
- [N53H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N53H): [Appleton Tyler C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/APPLETON%20TYLER%20C), [Evergreen, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Evergreen), S/N 873
- [N5432N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5432N): [Liptrap Mark G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LIPTRAP%20MARK%20G), [Spokane, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Spokane), built 1940, S/N 519
- [N5450N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5450N): [Goldstein Michael Frank](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GOLDSTEIN%20MICHAEL%20FRANK), [Medina, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Medina), built 1944, S/N 1815
- [N5524N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5524N): [Gourley Jonathon L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GOURLEY%20JONATHON%20L), [Graham, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Graham), built 1943, S/N 890
- [N55434](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N55434): [Larmon Larry V](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LARMON%20LARRY%20V), [Valparaiso, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Valparaiso), S/N 774
- [N5553N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5553N): [Nighthawk Air Systems Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NIGHTHAWK%20AIR%20SYSTEMS%20INC), [Marion, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Marion), S/N 978
- [N5604V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5604V): [Bole David M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOLE%20DAVID%20M), [Auburn, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Auburn), built 1943, S/N 859
- [N5605](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5605): [Wings West Consulting LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WINGS%20WEST%20CONSULTING%20LLC), [Mesa, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Mesa), built 1941, S/N 547
- [N58834](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N58834): [Bohl Howard M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOHL%20HOWARD%20M), [Temecula, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Temecula), S/N 561

All 96: https://openairdocs.org/model/howard-dga-15p/aircraft.md

## NTSB investigations (47)

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 ERA25LA276](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA25LA276), Jul 22, 2025: Howard DGA-15P (N67722), Farmingdale, NY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control of the airplane while landing in a crosswind.
- [NTSB ERA23LA032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA23LA032), Oct 14, 2022: Howard DGA-15P (N63597), Lawrenceburg, TN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing in gusting wind conditions.
- [NTSB WPR18LA278](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR18LA278), Sep 30, 2018: Howard DGA 15P (N9471H), Kernville, CA, destroyed. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power during initial climb due to fuel starvation.
- [NTSB ERA17FA153](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA17FA153), Apr 12, 2017: Howard DGA 15P (N4476N), Monongahela, PA, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airplane control during an attempted go-around in gusting crosswind conditions, which resulted in an exceedance of the airplane's critical angle of attack and a…
- [NTSB GAA15CA294](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA15CA294), Sep 25, 2015: Howard DGA 15P (N1785H), Englewood, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The separation of the elevator control system linkage at a push/pull tube and cable joint, for an unknown reason, because the bolt and associated hardware securing the joint was not found for…
- [NTSB MIA06CA099](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA06CA099), Apr 28, 2006: Howard DGA-15P (N95462), Merritt Island, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The failure of the pilot to comply with the before landing checklist for his failure to lock the tailwheel.
- [NTSB MIA05LA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA05LA062), Feb 22, 2005: Howard DGA-15 (N68431), Daytona Beach, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: Maintenance personnel failure to detect corrosion in the landing gear strut, resulting in the gear collapsing during landing and damage to the airplane.
- [NTSB NYC04CA005](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04CA005), Oct 9, 2003: Howard DGA-15P (N9271H), Leonardtown, MD, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during an aborted landing.
- [NTSB DEN02LA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN02LA059), Jun 24, 2002: Howard DGA-15P (N9471H), Deming, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of aircraft directional control during the landing roll as a result of encountering a dust devil.
- [NTSB NYC99LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC99LA119), May 25, 1999: Howard DGA-15P (N79M), Covington, KY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the takeoff/initial climb. A factor in the accident was the crosswind condition.
- [NTSB CHI93LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI93LA007), Oct 8, 1992: Howard DGA-15P (N67433), Wichita, KS, substantial damage. Probable cause: INADEQUATE PREFLIGHT PLANNING/PREPARATION BY THE PILOT, THE PILOT'S OVER CONFIDENCE IN HIS PERSONAL ABILITY, AND AIRPLANE PERFORMANCE DATA NOT FOLLOWED BY THE PILOT.
- [NTSB CHI85LA327](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI85LA327), Jul 27, 1985: Howard DGA-15P (N5604V), Fond Du Lac, WI, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX84LA398](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX84LA398), Jul 16, 1984: Howard DGA-15P (N5553N), Tracy, CA, destroyed
- [NTSB LAX82DA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX82DA116), Mar 22, 1982: Howard DGA-15P (N5553N), Livermore, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX82DA096](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX82DA096), Mar 7, 1982: Howard DGA-15P (N67771), Mesa, AZ, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX80DUG30](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX80DUG30), Apr 19, 1980: Howard DGA-15 (N22418), Murrieta, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB OAK78FVD32](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK78FVD32), Apr 23, 1978: Howard DGA15P (N3347G), Healdsburg, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC78FAA07](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC78FAA07), Apr 19, 1978: Howard,Dee DGA15P (N9125H), Fairbanks, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC75FAA23](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC75FAA23), May 4, 1975: Howard DGA15P (N500DK), Fairbanks, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI74DEP51](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI74DEP51), May 19, 1974: Howard DGA15P (N9887H), Franklin, WI, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX74DUG53](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX74DUG53), May 4, 1974: Howard DGA15P (N65E), Lk Elsinore, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX74FUN47](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX74FUN47), Mar 24, 1974: Howard DGA-15 (N67458), Phoenix, AZ, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI74FEG06](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI74FEG06), Sep 3, 1973: Howard DGA-15 (N5450N), Amelia, OH, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN74FTM05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN74FTM05), Sep 1, 1973: Howard, Dee DGA15J (N67425), Richfield, UT, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC73FIA11](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC73FIA11), Feb 4, 1973: Howard DGA15P (N79530), Hartwood, VA, destroyed
- [NTSB UNK72X0114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK72X0114), Aug 26, 1972: Howard DGA-15 (N138J), Anhien Lk Bc, Canada, destroyed
- [NTSB DEN72FQA41](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN72FQA41), May 27, 1972: Howard DGA-15 (N450Y), Albuquerque, NM, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC71FHJ15](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC71FHJ15), Oct 4, 1970: Howard DGA15P (N1149V), East Moriches, NY, substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA71AS019](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA71AS019), Sep 26, 1970: Howard DGA15P (N9056H), Skykomish, WA, destroyed, 3 fatal
- [NTSB OAK70DVD11](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/OAK70DVD11), Mar 11, 1970: Howard DGA-15 (N62J), Tracy, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX69D0104](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX69D0104), Jul 23, 1968: Howard DGA15P (N67191), Rosamond, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI68F0262](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI68F0262), Sep 4, 1967: Howard DGA-15 (N9887H), Lynchburg, OH, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI68F0144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI68F0144), Jul 2, 1967: Howard DGA-15 (N74696), Camp Lake, WI, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX67F0453](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX67F0453), May 16, 1967: Howard DGA-15 (N22424), Phoenix, AZ, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC67D0554](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC67D0554), Mar 12, 1967: Howard DGA-15 (N5612N), Turner Falls, MA, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI67F0416](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI67F0416), Jan 2, 1967: Howard DGA-15 (N9887H), Xenia, OH, substantial damage
- [NTSB ANC67A0032](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC67A0032), Sep 25, 1966: Howard DGA-15 (N69050), Afognak, AK, destroyed, 5 fatal
- [NTSB NYC67D0217](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC67D0217), Aug 27, 1966: Howard DGA-15 (N63427), Turner Falls, MA, substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA67F0046](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA67F0046), Jun 1, 1966: Howard DGA-15 (N66546), Renton, WA, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC66A0125](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC66A0125), May 7, 1966: Howard DGA15P (N9120H), Gilbertville, PA, destroyed, 6 fatal
- [NTSB CHI65F0165](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI65F0165), May 8, 1965: Howard DGA-15 (N1335M), Almont, MI, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC66F0130](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC66F0130), Apr 18, 1965: Howard DGA-15 (N9045H), Basehor, KS, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK65X1090](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK65X1090), Dec 22, 1964: Howard DGA-15 (N75599), West Chicago, IL, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK64X4073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X4073), Sep 20, 1964: Howard DGA15P (N65595), Deridder, LA, destroyed
- [NTSB UNK64X3909](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X3909), Sep 11, 1964: Howard DGH15P (N69050), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage
- [NTSB UNK64X3166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X3166), Aug 2, 1964: Howard DGA15P (N67720), Fairbanks, AK, destroyed
- [NTSB UNK64X2596](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X2596), Jul 1, 1964: Howard DGA15P (N9843H), Pekin, IL, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (41)

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 20250722010659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250722010659A), Jul 22, 2025: Howard Aircraft DGA-15P (N67722), Farmingdale, NY, Substantial damage. Pilots stated he wheel landed the aircraft and may have been traveling a “little fast”. He believed he encountered a wind gust and the aircraft veered to the…
- [Accident 20221014017929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20221014017929A), Oct 14, 2022: Howard Aircraft DGA-15P (N63597), Lawrenceburg, TN, Substantial damage. On landing ground roll a wind gust lifted the right wing. During correction the left wheel left the hard surface with a side load which broke the left tie…
- [Accident 20180930016589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180930016589A), Sep 30, 2018: Howard Aircraft DGA-15P (N9471H), Kernville, CA, Destroyed. Aircraft engine failed on initial climb-out after takeoff. Aircraft landed hard on runway, main landing gear collapsed causing belly fuel tank to rupture.…
- [Accident 20170412006499A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170412006499A), Apr 12, 2017: Howard Aircraft DGA-15P (N4476N), Belle Vernon, PA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Airman lost control of aircraft while landing, applied full engine power, departed runway at 90 degrees to runway and very steep bank angle, leading to a stall…
- [Accident 20150925016909A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150925016909A), Sep 25, 2015: Howard Aircraft DGA-15P (N1785H), Aurora, CO, Minor damage. PIC declared an emergency due to ineffectiveness of the elevator control. Aircraft porpoised several times before impacting runway. PIC sustained minor…
- [Accident 20060428006539A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060428006539A), Apr 28, 2006: Howard DGA15P (N95462), Cocoa, FL, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot distracted during take-off checklist, failed to lock tailwheel for take-off. Tailwheel was not locked for crosswind landing.
- [Accident 20050222005959A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050222005959A), Feb 22, 2005: Howard DGA15P (N68431), Daytona Beach, FL, Substantial damage. (-23) According to the pilot, after landing the airplane rolled about 500 feet along the runway; without warning the airplane began an uncommanded veer to the…
- [Incident 20041001029889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20041001029889I), Oct 1, 2004: Howard DGA15P (N36259), Millington, TN, Minor damage. (-23) After landing on taxi on runway 18, aircraft veered off to the left into the grass and tipped over causing minor damage to the aircraft. Pilot stated…
- [Incident 20031121034659I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20031121034659I), Nov 21, 2003: Howard DGA15P (N67426), Baco Raton, FL, Minor damage. (-23) On 11/21/03 about 0900 local, DGA-15P, N67426, piloted by ted patecell, ATP cert. No. 67119, during landing skidded off rwy 05 at bct airport and hit a…
- [Accident 20031009030599A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20031009030599A), Oct 9, 2003: Howard DGA15P (N9271H), Leonardtown, MD, Substantial damage. (-23) On October 9, 2003 at 1730 EST N9271H, a Howard DGA-15-P owned by gatorcor inc. and operated by [privacy data omitted], was on final approach at captain…
- [Accident 20020624013669A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020624013669A), Jun 24, 2002: Howard DGA15P (N9471H), Deming, NM, Substantial damage. (.19) On June 24, 2002 approximately 1415 central daylight time, a Howard aircraft DGA-15P, N9471H, was substantially damaged when it departed the runway and…
- [Accident 19990525045479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990525045479A), May 25, 1999: Howard DGA15P (N79M), Covington/Cinc, KY, No damage. (-23)No narrative
- [Incident 19960805033569I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960805033569I), Aug 5, 1996: Howard DGA15P (N4476N), OH, Minor damage. Narrative: on take off pilot reported loss of power just after rotation. Pilot stated he switched tanks, power returned. This was, however, too late to avoid…
- [Incident 19960804020709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960804020709I), Aug 4, 1996: Howard DGA15P (N22423), Ft Lauderdale, FL, Minor damage. Narrative: on August 4, 1996 about 1120 hr. EDT, Howard DGA-15P, N22423, registered to fred j. kirk, trustee piloted by fred j. kirk cert. No 21551, a…
- [Accident 19921008041389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19921008041389A), Oct 8, 1992: Howard DGA15P (N67433), Wichita, KS, Substantial damage. Weathervaned into severed gusty crosswind on landing roll. Dragged wing collapsed gear. Exceeded wind component.
- [Incident 19920703023549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19920703023549I), Jul 3, 1992: Howard DGA15P (N4476N), Middletown, OH, Minor damage. Pilot lost directional control of aircraft on a crosswind landing. Left gear collapsed.
- [Incident 19910507014529I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910507014529I), May 7, 1991: Howard DGA15P (N3347G), Colorado Sprin, CO, Minor damage. Departed center line on rollout. Came to a stop and gently nosed over. Found a faulty right gear brake assembly.
- [Incident 19910419028099I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910419028099I), Apr 19, 1991: Howard DGA15P (N42429), Homestead, FL, Minor damage. Forced landing after takeoff due to fuel selector being on wrong tank. Used improper check list.
- [Incident 19881015058009I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19881015058009I), Oct 15, 1988: Howard DGA15P (N9865H), Prescott, WI, Minor damage. Engine lost power after takeoff. Forced landing on river with seaplane. Damage to float struts and sheet metal.
- [Incident 19860831050709I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19860831050709I), Aug 31, 1986: Howard DGA15P (N52986), Rockland, ME, Minor damage. Lost directional control on the landing roll. Veered off the runway and struck a runway light.
- [Accident 19850726034359A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850726034359A), Jul 26, 1985: Howard DGA15P (N5604V), Fond Du Lac, WI, Substantial damage. Bounced on landing, wheel struck runway light. Attempted go around and struck localizer antenna. Fatigue a factor.
- [Accident 19840716060039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840716060039A), Jul 16, 1984: Howard DGA15P (N5553N), Tracy, CA, Destroyed. Ran off the side of the runway after landing. Struck trees.
- [Incident 19830707042499I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19830707042499I), Jul 7, 1983: Howard DGA15P (N67425), Corona, CA, Substantial damage. Left brake locked up when pilot applied brakes on high speed taxi test. Airplane left the runway. Nosed over.
- [Incident 19821024059959I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19821024059959I), Oct 24, 1982: Jbmstr DGA15P (N52928), Lansing, MI, Minor damage. Lost directional control on landing. Aircraft veered off the runway and turned over on its back.
- [Incident 19820529048749I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820529048749I), May 29, 1982: Jbmstr DGA15P (N49478), Perris, CA. Engine lost oil pressure after takeoff. Forced landing. Found oil pressure line to propeller governor broken.
- [Accident 19820322004749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820322004749A), Mar 22, 1982: Jbmstr DGA15P (N5553N), Livermore, CA, Substantial damage. Pilot lost directional control during landing roll.
- [Accident 19820307002399A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820307002399A), Mar 7, 1982: Howard DGA15P (N67771), Mesa, AZ, Substantial damage. Bounced and veered off runway heading on landing. Stalled. Hit parked aircraft on attempted go around.
- [Incident 19810825062299I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810825062299I), Aug 25, 1981: Jbmstr DGA15P (N52928), Lansing, MI, Minor damage. Pilot bounced aircraft on landing. Found right landing gear strut broken.
- [Incident 19800806066489I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800806066489I), Aug 6, 1980: Howard DGA15P (N95462), Santa Paula, CA, Minor damage. Taxiing aircraft struck tail of aircraft protruding from hangar.
- [Accident 19800419010869A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800419010869A), Apr 19, 1980: Jbmstr DGA15P (N22418), Murrieta, CA, Substantial damage. Parachute caught on tail of jump airplane. A chute opened in cabin. Made fast emergency landing. Gollapsed gear.
- [Incident 19791031056399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19791031056399I), Oct 31, 1979: Howard DGA15P (N66546), El Cajon, CA, Minor damage. Pilot lost directional control after touchdown. Had ground looped the same airplane 10 days previously.
- [Incident 19791021055409I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19791021055409I), Oct 21, 1979: Howard DGA15P (N66546), El Cajon, CA. Pilot lost directional control after touchdown, ground looped.
- [Accident 19780423007559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780423007559A), Apr 23, 1978: Jbmstr DGA15P (N3347G), Healdsburg, CA, Substantial damage. Aircraft landed in vineyard.
- [Accident 19780419006119A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780419006119A), Apr 19, 1978: Jbmstr DGA15P (N9125H), Fairbanks, AK, Substantial damage. A/c collided with 250 gal fuel drum on t/o run. Approx 319LBS over gross wt.
- [Accident 19750504019169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750504019169A), May 4, 1975: Jbmstr DGA15P (N500DK), Fairbanks, AK, Substantial damage
- [Accident 19740519017569A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740519017569A), May 19, 1974: Howard DGA15J (N9887H), Franklin, WI, Substantial damage. Plt rcvd brief ck out at time of purchase,accumulated abt 6HRS.l wheel entrd soft gnd adj to rwy.
- [Accident 19740504011989A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740504011989A), May 4, 1974: Jbmstr DGA15P (N65E), Lk Elsinore, CA, Substantial damage. At liftoff pwr loss followed by pwr increase. Plt lnd in crab attitude.
- [Accident 19740324007409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19740324007409A), Mar 24, 1974: Jbmstr DGA15P (N67458), Phoenix, AZ, Substantial damage. R brake master cyl contained sludge build up.
- [Accident 19730903028439A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730903028439A), Sep 3, 1973: Howard DGA15P (N5450N), Amelia, OH, Substantial damage. L main ldg gr center tie strut pulled open. Both portions rusted indicated a previous break.
- [Accident 19730901029339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730901029339A), Sep 1, 1973: Jbmstr DGA15P (N67425), Richfield, UT, Substantial damage. Wind gusting 30K. Acft hit drainage ditch and rock pile. L ldg gr torn off
- [Accident 19730204001529A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730204001529A), Feb 4, 1973: Jbmstr DGA15P (N79530), Hartwood, VA, Destroyed. Incorrect entry by mech in acft log book resulted in pilot confusion and fuel mismanagement.

## Service difficulty reports (3)

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

- [SDR 20010410AP006](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20010410AP006), Feb 23, 2001: CUFF. CORRODED. THE STAINLESS STEEL CUFFS ARE ONLY ON THE RT WING STUTS AND THEY PROVIDE PROTECTION FOR THE STRUT WHEN OPENING/CLOSING THE CABIN DOOR. THESE CUFFS ARE NOT BONDE
- [SDR 99ZZZX1552](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX1552), Apr 5, 1999: ADHESIVE. FAILED. THIS AIRCRAFT WAS MANUFACTURED IN 1944 WITH CASEIN GLUE USED FOR BONDING ALL WOOD STRUCTURE INCLUDING WINGS, FLAPS, AILERONS, AND CABIN ROOF. INSPECTION DURING 
- [SDR 99ZZZX1551](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/99ZZZX1551), Apr 5, 1999: TUBE. CORRODED. DURING RESTORATION, THE FUSELAGE WAS STRIPPED OF ALL SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS. THERE IS A FELT ANTI-CHAFE MATERIAL ON BOTTOM OF FUSELAGE TUBING WHERE THE FUEL TAN

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (63, 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 SA02571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02571SE): Installation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display). Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA12406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12406WI): Installation of a Garmin AXIS Flight Display System. Garmin International Inc
- [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 SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511SE): Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s). CiES Inc
- [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC SA04046CH PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%201): 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 SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics
- [STC SA01757WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01757WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio. Peregrine
- [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 SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA11174SC PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11174SC%20PAGE%201): Installation of BendixKing by Honeywell KSN 770 and KSN 765 WAAS LPV approach capable nav/comm systems. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King)
- [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne 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 SA2691SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2691SO): Installation of Cleveland hydraulic brake conversion kit no. 199-167. Rare Aircraft Ltd. Lists DGA-15 Series
- [STC SA01714WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01714WI): Installation of a Garmin transponders: (a) GTX 330/330D/33/33D with ADS-B Out functionality; (b) GTX 335/335R/345/345R with ADS-B Out and In functionality; or (c) GTX 335R/345R with ADS-B Out functionality in select airplanes installed with G950/G1000 systems. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02153LA-D PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02153LA-D%20PAGE%201): Installation of Garmin G600 Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multifunction Display (MFD) System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA6070NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA6070NM): Installation of a 'quick-disconnect drain plug' on the engine rocker sump for the oil drain retrieval system after engine shutdown. West Coast Air Creations
- [STC SA01282NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01282NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K015 on aircraft powered by Pratt & Whitney radial reciprocating engine Series R-985, R-1340 and R-1830. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA01933LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01933LA-D): Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA2586NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2586NM): Installation of J.P. Instruments temperature monitoring systems. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00382BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00382BO): Installation of Globalstar Antenna and Cradle provisions to support a Globalstar GPS-1700 in non-composite airplanes. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00343BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00343BO): Installation of a single configuration or a dual configuration Avidyne Corporation Integrated Flight Display, Model IFD540 loaded with Release 10.0 software (or later FAA approved release). Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA00352BO PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00352BO%20PAGE%201): Installation of an Avidyne Corporation Mode A/C/S Transponder with ADS-B Out capability, Model AXP340 loaded with Version 3.13 software (or later FAA approved version),. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA02119SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02119SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of Garmin GDL 88 ADS-B UAT Transceiver System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02442AK PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02442AK%20PAGE%201): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 2000/2500 ADS-B system. ADS-B Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA02283SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02283SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In Flight Data) CGR-30P. Electronics International Inc
- [STC SA02402SE PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02402SE%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) CGR-30C. Electronics International Inc
- [STC SA02121SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02121SE): Installation of Garmin GTS 825 (TAS) or GTS 855 (TCAS I) Traffic System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02015SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02015SE-D): Installation of Garmin G500 Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multifunction Display (MFD) System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA00432SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00432SE): Installation of EGT 701 series fuel flow instrument. J P Instruments
- [STC SA00861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00861SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) fuel flow indicating system. J P Instruments
- [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 SA8075SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8075SW): Installation of fiberglass covering. (M-62 SERIES PT-19) (G-73 SCHWEIZER). Razorback Fabrics Inc
- [STC SA00954SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00954SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) Primary Temperature Indicating System in accordance with JPI Installation Manual for the EDM 711, Report 106P, Revision B, dated August 2, 2001, or later FAA approved revision. J P Instruments
- [STC SA1008WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1008WE): Installation of Poly-Fiber covering material. Poly-Fiber Inc
- [STC SA02520AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02520AT): Installation of M-20 Oil Separator, model 600-WP. M-20 Oil Separators LLC
- [STC SA00068LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068LA): Installation of tail wheel adapter ring. R-R-R-Russ Aircraft
- [STC SA00678SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00678SE): Installation of J. P. Instruments 8Jimline EGT-100 series primary instruments. J P Instruments
- [STC SA2-952](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2-952): Installation of fiberglass covering. Razorback Fabrics Inc. Lists DGA-15 Series
- [STC SA418NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA418NW): Installation of a float spreader assembly. Jobmaster Company Inc
- [STC SA1968CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1968CE): Operation on unleaded or leaded automotive gasoline. Petersen Aviation Inc. Lists DGA-15 Series

All 63: https://openairdocs.org/model/howard-dga-15p/stcs.md

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