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Luscombe 8A

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Aircraft model · Fixed wing single engine · Airplane · registry codes 8190104, 8190111

Manufacturer (registry)
LUSCOMBE
Model
8A
Registry codes
8190104, 8190111
Registered
897 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. The FAA lists this model under more than one registry code, usually for different spellings of the maker. This page covers them all.

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Aircraft by year built · 1,824

1921Registered nowDeregistered2026

Airworthiness directives that may apply · 14

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

Historical bulletins · 1
SAIB CE-14-09Luscombe Model 8A Fuel SystemIssued Feb 13, 2014
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Registered aircraft · 897

N1005KKing Richard J II · Rose Creek, MNBuilt 1946 · S/N 3732N1013KBall Jeffrey A · Harrison, ARBuilt 1946 · S/N 3740N1015KMichaud Paul · Forest Lake, MNBuilt 1946 · S/N 3742
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STCs approved for this model · 93

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 · 862

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

Defining event, 2008 on

Of 81 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 159 cases with NTSB’s older coding, defined in its coding manual.

NTSB WPR26FA257Accident · 1 fatalClass 3 · FieldPreliminary reportLuscombe 8A · Canton, TXOn July 14, 2026, sometime between 1252 and 1356 CDT, a Luscombe 8A, N1164K, was substantially damaged when it crashed in a field near Canton, Texas. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, was fatally injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of…Jul 14, 2026 · N1164K · Substantial damageNTSB WPR26LA251Accident · No injuriesClass 3 · LimitedPreliminary reportLuscombe 8A · Novato, CAOn July 7, 2026, about 1200 Pacific daylight time, a Luscombe 8A, N45886, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Novato, California. The pilot and passenger were not injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal…Jul 7, 2026 · N45886 · Substantial damageNTSB WPR26LA044Accident · No injuriesClass 4 · LimitedFinal reportLuscombe 8A · Fresno, CAThe pilot's improper application of left brake pedal during the landing roll, which resulted in a loss of directional control and a ground loop.Nov 12, 2025 · N1264K · Substantial damage
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FAA incident reports · 554

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

Incident 20260802010939ILuscombe 8A · Fairfield, SCWhile the pilot [privacy data omitted] was attempting to hand prop the aircraft [privacy data omitted] for start, the aircraft engine would not respond. The pilot made an adjustment to the throttle. On the last attempt the aircraft started with a good amount…Aug 2, 2026 · N71101 · Minor damageIncident 20251112017619ILuscombe 8A · Mangum, OKOn November 11, 2025, at approximately 1951 zulu time, the pilot-in-command (PIC) experienced a ground loop while landing. Main gear collapsed, causing the acft to nose over due to stress from the grond loop.Nov 12, 2025 · N71467 · Minor damageAccident 20251111017279ALuscombe 8A · Fresno, CADuring the post landing taxi, the pilot in command of the subject aircraft was attempting to turn off the runway and ground looped the aircraft. Pilot was unable to maintain control of the aircraft when control was possible. Pilot and aircraft records were…Nov 11, 2025 · N1264K · Substantial damage
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Service difficulty reports · 28

SDR DXTA2020120404433Fault Message · false activationFIRE SYS FAULT CYAN CAS MESSAGE. LT ENGINE FIRE LOOP B B3-008146 AFTER STARTING BOTH ENGINES (PRE-FLIGHT). SIGNOFF. RESEARCHED FIRE SYSTEM AND RESEARCHED LT ENGINE FIRE LOOP B B3-008146 ON SMART FIX. GAINED ACCESS TO FIREX BOX, DISCONNECTED A91P2, AND PERFDec 4, 2020 · N20690 · Luscom 8A · Fire DetectionSDR 2007FA0001051Spring · brokenON TAKEOFF ROLL AND BEFORE ROTATION, THE TAILSKID SPRING ASSEMBLY BROKE AND THE TAIL WHEEL, CONNECTED TO THE FUSELAGE BY THE CONNECTOR SPRINGS, CAME TO REST ON TOP OF THE ELEVATOR AND WEDGED ITSELF AGAINST THE RUDDER, EFFECTIVELY JAMMING IT IN PLACE, CAUSING TNov 30, 2007 · N2099K · Luscom 8A · Nose/Tail Landing GearSDR AALA20050694Light · inoperativeDFW - DURING OVERNIGHT MAINTENANCE FOUND L3 DOOR EMERGENCY ESCAPE EXTERIOR LIGHT INOPERATIVE. REPLACED L3 DOOR EXTERIOR EMERGENCY SPOT LIGHT. SYSTEM GROUND CHECKED NORMAL OPERATION.Oct 10, 2005 · N28485 · Luscom 8A · Emergency Lighting
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The same model under other registry codes

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

Luscombe/Wilder 8A1 registered aircraftRegistry code 8190105Luscombe/Ranger Avia 8A1 registered aircraftRegistry code 8190107Luscombe/Duis 8A0 registered aircraftRegistry code 8190103
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