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Aircraft model · Fixed wing single engine · Airplane · registry code 8190102

Manufacturer (registry)
LUSCOMBE
Model
8
Registry code
8190102
Registered
11 aircraft
Type
Fixed wing single engine
Engines
1 · Reciprocating
Seats
2
Weight class
Up to 12,499 lb
Cruise speed
86 mph
Certification
Type certificated
Data sheet
TCDSA-694
Holder
Luscombe Aircraft Corporation

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 · 28

1938Registered nowDeregistered2026

Airworthiness directives that may apply · 13

ADs whose products match this airframe model. Each AD’s applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or configuration.

1961In forceSuperseded2026
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Information bulletins that may apply · 2

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Registered aircraft · 11

N1837BSanders William H · Wichita, KSBuilt 1948 · S/N 6264N1962BJackson James E · Brainerd, MNBuilt 1948 · S/N 6389N20663Maggio Ronald C · Alameda, CAS/N 826N20687Dillahunty Chris D · Fresno, CABuilt 1938 · S/N 841N2108BReitz Douglas A · Fresno, CABuilt 1948 · S/N 6535N22013Baldwin Ranelle · San Luis Obispo, CABuilt 1938 · S/N 863N2331KProfessional Pilots Inc · Lowell, INBuilt 1947 · S/N 5058N25264Kleinert John K · Baldwin, GABuilt 1940 · S/N 1171N45631Poluton Doug · Castro Valley, CAS/N 2158N71226Watkins Stephen Randolph · Shady Shores, TXBuilt 1946 · S/N 2653N71532Kraus Russell E · Albemarle, NCBuilt 1940 · S/N 2959
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STCs approved for this model · 101

STC SA00068SEInstallation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1)Electronics International Inc.STC SA00079NYInstallation 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 CorporationSTC SA00081NYInstallation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector.Alcor LLC
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NTSB investigations · 13

Aircraft matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.

Defining event, 2008 on

Of 2 cases NTSB coded with a defining event. All defining events

In the probable cause, 2008 on

Findings NTSB made part of the probable cause. A case can have several. All findings

First occurrence, 1982 to 2007

Of 1 case with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.

NTSB GAA16CA203Accident · Minor injuriesData collectionFinal reportLuscombe 8 · Maryville, MOThe pilot's unintentional brake application during the landing roll, which resulted in a nose over.Apr 26, 2016 · N71796 · Substantial damageNTSB CEN13CA411Accident · No injuriesData collectionFinal reportLuscombe 8 · Rose Hill, KSThe pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind, which resulted in a loss of directional control.Jul 14, 2013 · N1837B · Substantial damageNTSB BFO95LA037Accident · No injuriesLimited investigationFinal reportLuscombe 8A · Zanesville, OHthe pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while taxiing after landing. Related factors were the unfavorable (gusty) wind condition, and the pilot's improper compensation for wind conditions.Mar 25, 1995 · N45631 · Substantial damageNTSB DEN77FTC26Accident · No injuriesClosedLuscombe 8A · Gillette, WYJul 31, 1977 · N71796 · Substantial damageNTSB NYC76FNC30Accident · Minor injuriesClosedLuscombe 8E · Milton, VTOct 25, 1975 · N1808B · Substantial damageNTSB NYC76FFA13Accident · Minor injuriesClosedLuscombe 8A · Galway, NYSep 7, 1975 · N2909K · Substantial damageNTSB MKC68D0361Accident · No injuriesClosedLuscombe 8F · Brainerd, MNOct 21, 1967 · N1962B · Substantial damageNTSB SEA67D0031Accident · No injuriesClosedLuscombe 8A · Montpelier, IDJul 10, 1966 · N20687 · Substantial damageNTSB NYC66D0278Accident · No injuriesClosedLuscombe 8E · Owego, NYOct 9, 1965 · N2034K · Substantial damageNTSB MKC66D0018Accident · Minor injuriesClosedLuscombe 8A · Mosby, MOMay 22, 1965 · N1119K · Substantial damageNTSB DEN65F0016Accident · No injuriesClosedLuscombe 8A · Bryce Canyon, UTFeb 22, 1965 · N20687 · Substantial damageNTSB NYC65F0035Accident · No injuriesClosedLuscombe 8A · Rochester, NHJan 23, 1965 · N1808B · Substantial damageNTSB UNK64X0179Accident · No injuriesClosedLuscombe 8F · Pierceville, KSJan 6, 1964 · N1837B · Substantial damage
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FAA incident reports · 10

Matched to this model through the registry, by N-number and event date.

Accident 20160425004229ALuscombe 8 · Maryville, MOPilot was landing the aircraft on runway 32. Upon landing, the aircraft started to drift to the left of the runway. Pilot states he applied right rudder to compensate for the drift and may have simultaneously applied brakes due to the heel brake design on the…Apr 25, 2016 · N71796 · Substantial damageAccident 20130714012849ALuscombe 8 · Rosehill, KSAs the pilot was performing a 3 point landing at cook airfield on runway 17, a wind shift on roll out caused the aircraft to weathervane towards the right. The pilot added power and full left pedal to arrest the turn. The plane the swerved left, leaving the…Jul 14, 2013 · N1837B · Substantial damageIncident 20060429005199ILuscom 8 · Hanford, CA(-23) The student after landing on the roll out hit the brakes too hard and the aircraft nosed over and hit the propeller. Minor damage to propeller, light damage to the engine mount. Instructor said it was just too late to do anything. Counseling was…Apr 29, 2006 · N2108B · Minor damageIncident 20040406005309ILuscom 8 · Santa Rosa, CA(-23) Student pilot while attempting to land on solo flight struck runway light with l/h wheel.Apr 6, 2004 · N2786K · Minor damageIncident 20040313006809ILuscom 8 · New Boston, MI(-23) The pilot departed belleville larsen airpark for carleton, wickenheiser airport for the purpose of purchasing fuel. Larsen airpark does not currently offer fueling service. After about ten minutes of flying time the engine sputtered and stopped. The…Mar 13, 2004 · N22013 · Minor damageAccident 19950325005759ALuscom 8A · Zanesville, OHWind got under up elevators during turn off runway. 8A nosed over. Proper windy taxi procedures not used. (-23) aircraft landed on rnwy 28 at 42I, pilot stated he let the aircraft roll-out on rnwy 28 without using the brakes. The aircraft had slowed to about…Mar 25, 1995 · N45631 · Substantial damageIncident 19830202007899IBeech 58 · Milwaukee, WICabin/windshield heater became inoperative. Ice formed on windshield. Blocked vision. Windshield alcohol ineffectiveFeb 2, 1983 · N20663 · Minor damageAccident 19770731023329ALuscom 8 · Gillette, WYJul 31, 1977 · N71796 · Substantial damageAccident 19751025034659ALuscom 8 · Milton, VTFloat equipped. Wind gusting 20K. Plt not seaplane rated. STC SA4-173 only for land planes.Oct 25, 1975 · N1808B · Substantial damageAccident 19750907028699ALuscom 8 · Galway, NYAcft struck hangar.Sep 7, 1975 · N2909K · Substantial damage
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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.

Handcock Thomas 80 registered aircraftRegistry code 05626Y8Spratt 80 registered aircraftRegistry code 05636N9Robert D Wells 80 registered aircraftRegistry code 061014IFleet 80 registered aircraftRegistry code 1461802
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