# Luscombe 8 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 8190102 - Manufacturer (registry): LUSCOMBE - Model: 8 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 2 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 86 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A-694](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-694) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Luscombe Aircraft Corporation - Registered aircraft: 11 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/luscombe-8 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 96-24-17 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-24-17-R1): Wing Inspection Holes · Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation 8, 8A, 8B and 5 more. Effective Jan 27, 1997 - [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 94-16-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-16-02): Stabilizer Forward Attach Fitting · Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation 8, 8A, 8B and 5 more. Effective Sep 19, 1994 - [AD 55-24-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/55-24-01): Corrosion Inspection · Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation 8, 8A, 8B and 3 more. Effective May 22, 1973 - [AD 61-03-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/61-03-05): Fuel Line Interference · Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation 8, 8A, 8B and 5 more. Effective Mar 9, 1961 - [AD 51-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/51-10-02): Control Cable Inspection · Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation 8, 8A, 8B and 5 more - [AD 49-43-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-43-02): Stabilizer Spar Inspection · Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation 8, 8A, 8B and 5 more - [AD 48-49-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-49-01): Vertical Stabilizer Spar Fitting · Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation 8, 8A, 8B and 5 more - [AD 48-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-09-03): Kollsman Airspeed Baffle · Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation 8, 8A, 8B and 5 more - [AD 48-08-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-08-02): Cleveland Wheels · American Champion 11AC, 11BC, 11CC and 33 more - [AD 47-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-22-01): Bulkhead Reinforcement For Seaplanes · Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation 8, 8A, 8B and 3 more - [AD 47-10-40](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-10-40): Rudder Control Arm Reinforcement · Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation 8, 8A, 8B and 3 more ## Information bulletins (advisory) (2) - [SAIB CE-17-14](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-17-14): Main Landing Gear: Lower Leg Internal Corrosion. Issued Jun 5, 2017 - [SAIB ACE-97-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/ACE-97-03): . Issued May 15, 1997 ## Registered aircraft (11) - [N1837B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1837B): [Sanders William H](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SANDERS%20WILLIAM%20H), [Wichita, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Wichita), built 1948, S/N 6264 - [N1962B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1962B): [Jackson James E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JACKSON%20JAMES%20E), [Brainerd, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Brainerd), built 1948, S/N 6389 - [N20663](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20663): [Maggio Ronald C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MAGGIO%20RONALD%20C), [Alameda, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Alameda), S/N 826 - [N20687](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20687): [Dillahunty Chris D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DILLAHUNTY%20CHRIS%20D), [Fresno, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Fresno), built 1938, S/N 841 - [N2108B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2108B): [Reitz Douglas A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REITZ%20DOUGLAS%20A), [Fresno, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Fresno), built 1948, S/N 6535 - [N22013](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22013): [Baldwin Ranelle](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BALDWIN%20RANELLE), [San Luis Obispo, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Luis%20Obispo), built 1938, S/N 863 - [N2331K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2331K): [Professional Pilots Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PROFESSIONAL%20PILOTS%20INC), [Lowell, IN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IN/Lowell), built 1947, S/N 5058 - [N25264](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N25264): [Kleinert John K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KLEINERT%20JOHN%20K), [Baldwin, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Baldwin), built 1940, S/N 1171 - [N45631](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N45631): [Poluton Doug](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/POLUTON%20DOUG), [Castro Valley, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Castro%20Valley), S/N 2158 - [N71226](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N71226): [Watkins Stephen Randolph](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WATKINS%20STEPHEN%20RANDOLPH), [Shady Shores, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Shady%20Shores), built 1946, S/N 2653 - [N71532](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N71532): [Kraus Russell E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KRAUS%20RUSSELL%20E), [Albemarle, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Albemarle), built 1940, S/N 2959 ## NTSB investigations (13) 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 GAA16CA203](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA203), Apr 26, 2016: Luscombe 8 (N71796), Maryville, MO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's unintentional brake application during the landing roll, which resulted in a nose over. - [NTSB CEN13CA411](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13CA411), Jul 14, 2013: Luscombe 8 (N1837B), Rose Hill, KS, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind, which resulted in a loss of directional control. - [NTSB BFO95LA037](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/BFO95LA037), Mar 25, 1995: Luscombe 8A (N45631), Zanesville, OH, substantial damage. Probable cause: the 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… - [NTSB DEN77FTC26](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN77FTC26), Jul 31, 1977: Luscombe 8A (N71796), Gillette, WY, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC76FNC30](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC76FNC30-151372), Oct 25, 1975: Luscombe 8E (N1808B), Milton, VT, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC76FFA13](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC76FFA13), Sep 7, 1975: Luscombe 8A (N2909K), Galway, NY, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC68D0361](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC68D0361), Oct 21, 1967: Luscombe 8F (N1962B), Brainerd, MN, substantial damage - [NTSB SEA67D0031](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA67D0031), Jul 10, 1966: Luscombe 8A (N20687), Montpelier, ID, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC66D0278](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC66D0278), Oct 9, 1965: Luscombe 8E (N2034K), Owego, NY, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC66D0018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC66D0018), May 22, 1965: Luscombe 8A (N1119K), Mosby, MO, substantial damage - [NTSB DEN65F0016](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN65F0016), Feb 22, 1965: Luscombe 8A (N20687), Bryce Canyon, UT, substantial damage - [NTSB NYC65F0035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC65F0035), Jan 23, 1965: Luscombe 8A (N1808B), Rochester, NH, substantial damage - [NTSB UNK64X0179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X0179), Jan 6, 1964: Luscombe 8F (N1837B), Pierceville, KS, substantial damage ## FAA accident and incident reports (9) 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 20160425004229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160425004229A), Apr 25, 2016: Luscombe 8 (N71796), Maryville, MO, Substantial damage. Pilot 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… - [Accident 20130714012849A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130714012849A), Jul 14, 2013: Luscombe 8 (N1837B), Rosehill, KS, Substantial damage. As 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… - [Incident 20060429005199I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060429005199I), Apr 29, 2006: Luscom 8 (N2108B), Hanford, CA, Minor damage. (-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… - [Incident 20040406005309I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040406005309I), Apr 6, 2004: Luscom 8 (N2786K), Santa Rosa, CA, Minor damage. (-23) Student pilot while attempting to land on solo flight struck runway light with l/h wheel. - [Incident 20040313006809I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040313006809I), Mar 13, 2004: Luscom 8 (N22013), New Boston, MI, Minor damage. (-23) The pilot departed belleville larsen airpark for carleton, wickenheiser airport for the purpose of purchasing fuel. Larsen airpark does not currently… - [Accident 19950325005759A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19950325005759A), Mar 25, 1995: Luscom 8A (N45631), Zanesville, OH, Substantial damage. Wind 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… - [Accident 19770731023329A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770731023329A), Jul 31, 1977: Luscom 8 (N71796), Gillette, WY, Substantial damage - [Accident 19751025034659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19751025034659A), Oct 25, 1975: Luscom 8 (N1808B), Milton, VT, Substantial damage. Float equipped. Wind gusting 20K. Plt not seaplane rated. STC SA4-173 only for land planes. - [Accident 19750907028699A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750907028699A), Sep 7, 1975: Luscom 8 (N2909K), Galway, NY, Substantial damage. Acft struck hangar. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (94, 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 SA01233SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01233SE): Fabrication and installation of Alaskan Bushwheel LLC tail wheel and fork assembly. ABI, LLC - [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA04837NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04837NY): Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights. AeroLED's Holdings, 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 SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC - [STC SA7965SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7965SW): Application of fabric and polyurethane finishing system. Shady Aviation LLC - [STC SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd - [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics - [STC SA03898NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03898NY): Installation and maintenance of ORATEX covering and coating material. Aircraft Design & Certification Ltd - [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01899WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01899WI): Installation of Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System. Garmin International Inc - [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 SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02553AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02553AK): Fabrication and installation of a Tail Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampener. Keller Engineering Group LLC - [STC SA00940LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00940LA): Installation of overhead inertia reel shoulder harnesses for pilot and passenger. Luscombe Aircraft Corporation - [STC SA01049WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01049WI): Replacement of existing engine with a Continental 0-200-A or O-200-C and suitable propeller in accordance with The Don Luscombe Aviation History Foundation DLAHF Document 0-200 dated December 15, 2001 or later FAA approved revision. Luscombe Aircraft Corporation - [STC SA01093WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01093WI): Modification of flap operation mechanism. Install according to Renaissance Aircraft LLC Top Drawing R282315, Revision A, or later FAA approved revisions. Luscombe Aircraft Corporation - [STC SA01094WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01094WI): Installation of a hydraulic brake system. Luscombe Aircraft Corporation - [STC SA2500SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2500SO): Fabrication and installation of front stabilizer attach fitting. Luscombe Aircraft Corporation - [STC SA3215NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3215NM): Fabrication and installation of pilot's and co-pilot's seat. Luscombe Aircraft Corporation - [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA00344BO PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00344BO%20PAGE%202): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA02212AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02212AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with high intensity discharge (HID) lighting systems. Seaplanes North LLC - [STC SA02428SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428SE): Installation of an Air Stream Switch for an electric time recording device on non-pressurized aircraft. Henry F Rogers/David E Polley - [STC SA02466AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02466AK): Installation of Grove hydraulic brake system. Endowment Enterprises, LLC - [STC SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric. Aviation Products Systems Inc - [STC SA01669CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01669CH): Installation of Challenger Reusable Air Filter. Challenger Aviation Products Inc - [STC SA02930NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02930NY): Installation of Insight Instrument Corporation Graphic Engine Monitor (GEM 610C) models G3, G2, and G1 and 1200C model G4 as primary Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT), Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT), and Turbine Inlet Temperature (TIT) Instruments. Insight Instrument Corporation - [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 SA02428AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428AK): Installation of a hydraulically actuated ski drag assembly. Northern Airframes LLC - [STC SA01026SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01026SE): Improved fuel gascolator assembly. Steve's Aircraft - [STC SA02825NY PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02825NY%20PAGE%201): Installation of Aerospace Logic Aircraft Instruments. Aerospace Logic Inc - [STC SA5156NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5156NM): Fabrication and installation of Pulsar-MOSFET Landing Light Flasher System. AvTek - [STC SA02194SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02194SE): Installation of vortex generators on the wings and tail surfaces in accordance with Micro AeroDynamics Drawing Package MA2233, Revision IR, dated September 27, 2010, Installation Manual MA2234, Revision IR, dated September 6, 2011, and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, MA0666, Rev A, or later FAA approved revisions. NOTE: If more than five vortex generators are damaged or missing, the aircraft is not airworthy. Micro AeroDynamics 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 SA01256SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01256SE): Installation of BAS, Inc. shoulder harness with inertia reel. BAS Inc - [STC SA3816NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3816NM): Installation of a BAS, Inc., tail pull handle in the aft fuselage. BAS Inc - [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 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 - [STC SA02283AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02283AK): Installation of a 30 amp permanent magnet generator system. Endowment Enterprises LLC - [STC SA1-271](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1-271): Replacement of fabric covering with metal skins. Skycraft Corporation Inc All 94: https://openairdocs.org/model/luscombe-8/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Handcock Thomas 8](https://openairdocs.org/model/handcock-thomas-8): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 05626Y8 - [Spratt 8](https://openairdocs.org/model/spratt-8): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 05636N9 - [Robert D Wells 8](https://openairdocs.org/model/robert-d-wells-8): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 061014I - [Fleet 8](https://openairdocs.org/model/fleet-8): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 1461802 --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.