# Luscombe 8D - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 8190110 - Manufacturer (registry): LUSCOMBE - Model: 8D - 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: 14 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/luscombe-8d 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). 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) (1) - [SAIB ACE-97-03](https://openairdocs.org/saib/ACE-97-03): . Issued May 15, 1997 ## Registered aircraft (14) - [N100CR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N100CR): [Freudenberg Joseph B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FREUDENBERG%20JOSEPH%20B), [Almira, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Almira), built 1947, S/N 5050 - [N1137B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1137B): [Reed Jimmy A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/REED%20JIMMY%20A), [Big Cabin, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Big%20Cabin), built 1947, S/N 5764 - [N1154B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1154B): [Tingle Ethan C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TINGLE%20ETHAN%20C), [Fort Campbell, KY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KY/Fort%20Campbell), built 1947, S/N 5781 - [N1975B](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1975B): [Holliday Mark E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOLLIDAY%20MARK%20E), [Lake Elmo, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Lake%20Elmo), built 1948, S/N 6402 - [N2599K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2599K): [Coffey Peter N](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/COFFEY%20PETER%20N), [Cypress, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Cypress), built 1947, S/N 5326 - [N39063](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N39063): [Warnock Edward R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WARNOCK%20EDWARD%20R), [Mesa, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Mesa), built 1941, S/N 1824 - [N41917](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N41917): [Daphna Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAPHNA%20INC), [Middletown, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Middletown), built 1941, S/N 1878 - [N41920](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N41920): [Obrien Scott](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OBRIEN%20SCOTT), [Camarillo, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Camarillo), S/N 1881 - [N41922](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N41922): [Howell Alan L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOWELL%20ALAN%20L), [Enon, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Enon), built 1941, S/N 1883 - [N41945](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N41945): [Walder Randall L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WALDER%20RANDALL%20L), [Whitethorn, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Whitethorn), built 1942, S/N 1906 - [N41951](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N41951): [Flannery Robert P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLANNERY%20ROBERT%20P), [Durango, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Durango), built 1942, S/N 1912 - [N41965](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N41965): [Rake Richard D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RAKE%20RICHARD%20D), [Tyler, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Tyler), built 1942, S/N 1923 - [N45403](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N45403): [Pickett Ronald K II](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PICKETT%20RONALD%20K%20II), [Mc Alpin, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Mc%20Alpin), built 1945, S/N 1930 - [N45820](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N45820): [Barnett David K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BARNETT%20DAVID%20K), [Brock, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Brock), S/N 2347 ## STCs approved for it (81, first 50) - [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics 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 SA00215NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00215NY): Installation of CAVU Model AM100 AVMIX engine fuel/air mixture setting system.. CAVU Products Limited - [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 SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric.. Aviation Products Systems Inc. - [STC SA00940LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00940LA): Installation of overhead inertia reel shoulder harnesses for pilot and passenger.. Luscombe Aircraft Corporation - [STC SA01026SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01026SE): Improved fuel gascolator assembly.. Steve's Aircraft - [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 SA01092WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01092WI): 3-point Lap Belt-Shoulder Harness Restraint System installation using inertia reel.. 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 SA01135WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01135WI): Design change to modify Skylight Window Panel to use fitted window stripping for better weatherproofing, corrosion protection, and ease of installation and replacement.. Renaissance Aircraft LLC - [STC SA01158WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01158WI): Installation of Aero Enhancements UV250-1 Supplemental Instrument Panel Lightning System.. Aero Enhancements Inc. - [STC SA01233SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01233SE): Fabrication and installation of Alaskan Bushwheel LLC tail wheel and fork assembly. ABI, LLC - [STC SA01251SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01251SE): The manufacture of a Sunvisor System.. Rosen Sunvisor Systems LLC - [STC SA01256SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01256SE): Installation of BAS, Inc. shoulder harness with inertia reel. BAS Inc - [STC SA01669CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01669CH): Installation of Challenger Reusable Air Filter. Challenger Aviation Products Inc. - [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 SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc. - [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01899WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01899WI): Installation of Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System. Garmin International Inc. - [STC SA01944CH (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01944CH%20(1%20OF%202)): Modify airplane to fly on unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index, per ASTM Specification D-439 or D-4818 of any volatility class, A through E, or 82UL AVGAS per ASTM D-6227.. Experimental Aircraft Association Inc. - [STC SA01967WI (2 OF3)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI%20(2%20OF3)): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications 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 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 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 SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA02283AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02283AK): Installation of a 30 amp permanent magnet generator system.. Endowment Enterprises 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 SA02428AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428AK): Installation of a hydraulically actuated ski drag assembly. Northern Airframes 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 SA02520AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02520AT): Installation of M-20 Oil Separator, model 600-WP.. M-20 Oil Separators LLC - [STC SA02553AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02553AK): Fabrication and installation of a Tail Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampener. Keller Engineering Group LLC - [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics - [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 SA02658SE (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE%20(1%20OF%202)): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc. - [STC SA02825NY PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02825NY%20PAGE%201): Installation of Aerospace Logic Aircraft Instruments. Aerospace Logic 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 SA03898NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03898NY): Installation and maintenance of ORATEX covering and coating material. Aircraft Design & Certification Ltd - [STC SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd. - [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA04776NY (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY%20(1%20OF%202)): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings Inc. - [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 SA1008WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1008WE): Installation of Poly-Fiber covering material.. Poly-Fiber 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 All 81: https://openairdocs.org/model/luscombe-8d/stcs.md ## NTSB investigations (9) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB CEN11CA017](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA017), Oct 11, 2010: Luscombe 8D (N72060), Clarrisa, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The partial loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB MKC86LA006](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC86LA006), Oct 12, 1985: Beech A36 (N72060), Chesterfield, MO, substantial damage - [NTSB LAX77FUM13](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX77FUM13), Jan 23, 1977: Luscombe 8D (N28407), Calipatria, CA, destroyed, 1 fatal - [NTSB LAX73FUA38](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX73FUA38), Mar 25, 1973: Luscombe 8D (N71915), Torrance, CA, substantial damage - [NTSB MIA70DKG11](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA70DKG11), Feb 7, 1970: Luscombe 8D (N41920), Stockbridge, GA, substantial damage - [NTSB LAX69D0271](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX69D0271), Jan 11, 1969: Luscombe 8A (N1137B), Tucson, AZ, substantial damage - [NTSB MKC68D0023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC68D0023-113882), Aug 22, 1967: Luscombe 8D (N72060), South Shore, SD, substantial damage - [NTSB LAX67F0402](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX67F0402), May 14, 1967: Luscombe 8A (N41925), Big Bear, CA, destroyed - [NTSB UNK64X3100](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X3100), Jul 29, 1964: Luscombe 8E (N1941K), Amory, MS, substantial damage ## FAA accident and incident reports (5) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20101011049679A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20101011049679A), Oct 11, 2010: Luscombe 8D (N72060), Clarissa, MN, Substantial damage. The aircraft engine power went to idle uncommanded. No engine roughness was noted prior to power going to idle. The pilot attempted but was unable to land at… - [Accident 19851012067719A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19851012067719A), Oct 12, 1985: Beech A36 (N72060), St Louis, MO, Substantial damage. Electrical failure during descent. Landed beside runway gear up. Alternator diodes failed. - [Incident 19800114012249I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800114012249I), Jan 14, 1980: Cessna 421C (N100CR), Midland, TX. Right engine began to lose power after takeoff. B nut on fuel line at divider loose,causing loss in fuel pressure. - [Accident 19770123001309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770123001309A), Jan 23, 1977: Luscom 8D (N28407), Calipatria, CA, Destroyed, 1 fatal. Steep climb after tkof. - [Accident 19730325007909A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19730325007909A), Mar 25, 1973: Luscom 8D (N71915), Torrance, CA, Substantial damage. Hit rwy lt. ## Service difficulty reports (1) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2011FA0000046](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2011FA0000046), Nov 11, 2010: NEEDLE. LOOSE. AT SOME TIME UNKNOWN, IT APPEARS A NEW STEELE NEEDLE AND SEAT WAS INSTALLED AND THE SEAT BODY WAS NOT SAFTIED. FROM VIBRATION, IT CAME LOOSE AND CLOSED OFF FUEL --- 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.