# Mooney M-18LA

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 5870108
- Manufacturer (registry): MOONEY
- Model: M-18LA
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 1
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 103 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS A-803](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-803) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Mooney Mite Aircraft Corporation
- Registered aircraft: 11
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/mooney-m-18la

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 79-11-05 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-11-05-R1): Wood Deterioration · Mooney Mite M-18C, M-18C 55, M-18L and 1 more. Effective Apr 1, 1981
- [AD 79-18-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-18-07): Wood Deterioration · Mooney Mite M-18C, M-18C 55, M-18L and 1 more. Effective Sep 3, 1979
- [AD 59-22-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-22-03): Empennage · Mooney Mite M-18C, M-18C 55, M-18L and 1 more
- [AD 53-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/53-17-01): Control Stick Boot · Mooney Mite M-18C, M-18C 55, M-18L and 1 more
- [AD 51-03-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/51-03-01): Fuel Line Rework · Mooney Mite M-18C, M-18C 55, M-18L and 1 more

## Registered aircraft (11)

- [N100JM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N100JM): [Gregg Delvin K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GREGG%20DELVIN%20K), [Durango, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Durango), built 1953, S/N 144
- [N18GS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N18GS): [Slad George W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SLAD%20GEORGE%20W), [Albuquerque, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Albuquerque), S/N 121
- [N4055](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4055): [Olegueoa Jesse V](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OLEGUEOA%20JESSE%20V), [Riverside, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Riverside), built 1951, S/N 113
- [N4088](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4088): [Katz Matthew](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KATZ%20MATTHEW), [Los Angeles, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Los%20Angeles), S/N 124
- [N4097](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4097): [Puhlmann Otto B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PUHLMANN%20OTTO%20B), [Logan, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Logan), built 1952, S/N 134
- [N4103](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4103): [Port Townsend Aero Museum](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PORT%20TOWNSEND%20AERO%20MUSEUM), [Port Townsend, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Port%20Townsend), built 1953, S/N 137
- [N4104](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4104): [Lewis Charles W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LEWIS%20CHARLES%20W), [Newalla, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Newalla), built 1953, S/N 138
- [N4105](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4105): [Rush David T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RUSH%20DAVID%20T), [Durham, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Durham), built 1953, S/N 139
- [N488M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N488M): [Slaughter Jan K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SLAUGHTER%20JAN%20K), [South Padre Island, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/South%20Padre%20Island), built 1951, S/N 103
- [N497M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N497M): [Shannon Michael E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHANNON%20MICHAEL%20E), [Canonsburg, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Canonsburg), built 1951, S/N 110
- [N60MM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N60MM): [Bergeson John](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BERGESON%20JOHN), [Rhome, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Rhome), built 1951, S/N 106

## NTSB investigations (7)

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 FTW79DA008](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW79DA008), Oct 29, 1978: Mooney M18LA (N4086), Wilson, TX, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB NYC71DFJ17](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC71DFJ17), Nov 29, 1970: Mooney M18LA (N4105), Kirkville, NY, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC70FFA21](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC70FFA21), May 9, 1970: Mooney M18LA (N494M), Mill Point, NY, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB SEA69F0147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA69F0147), Oct 16, 1968: Mooney M-18LA (N4097), Mount Angel, OR, substantial damage
- [NTSB SEA68A0038](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA68A0038), Oct 28, 1967: Mooney M-18LA (N4074), destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB MKC68F0132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC68F0132), Apr 3, 1967: Mooney M-18LA (N1035B), Piedmont, MO, destroyed
- [NTSB UNK64X1637](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK64X1637), May 6, 1964: Mooney M18LA (N4089), E Windsor, CT, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (6)

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.

- [Incident 20140419006149I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140419006149I), Apr 19, 2014: Mooney M-18LA (N4055), Torrance, CA, Minor damage. After uneventful landing and during roll out approaching the taxiway the gear retracted un-commanded stopping the aircraft engine and splintering the propeller.
- [Incident 20050423008439I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050423008439I), Apr 23, 2005: Mnmite M18LA (N4102), Paris, TN, Minor damage. (-23) Aircraft N4102, a Mooney M-18LA landed with the landing gear up. The pilot stated that the landing gear lever was activated and appeared to be down and…
- [Incident 19900816045499I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900816045499I), Aug 16, 1990: Mnmite M18LA (N100JM), Durango, CO, Minor damage. Pilot failed to extend gear on a touch and go landing. Landed gear up.
- [Incident 19870815056189I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19870815056189I), Aug 15, 1987: Mnmite M18LA (N4052), Sterling, CO, Minor damage. Distracted pilot failed to lower gear for landing. Landed gear up.
- [Accident 19781029039099A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19781029039099A), Oct 29, 1978: Mnmite M18C (N4086), Wilson, TX, Destroyed. Acrobatics not authorized. Wood structure deteriorated.
- [Incident 19780903017649I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780903017649I), Sep 3, 1978: Mnmite M18LA (N4105), Camarillo, CA, Minor damage. Pilot forgot to extend gear before landing.

## Service difficulty reports (1)

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

- [SDR UIEA200400182](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/UIEA200400182), Oct 8, 2004: SKIN. SCRATCHED. STA 2577-2598 RBL 12 LOWER SKIN 3 EACH SCRATCHES. SCRATCHED AREA SMOOTHED OUT IAW SRM 53-00-01 FIG 101. PROTECTED AREA IAW SRM 51-20-01. PERFORMED HFEC INSPECTI

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (47)

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 SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, 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 SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC
- [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 SA01757WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01757WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Swift Fuels LLC
- [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 SA01831WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01831WI): To allow the use of UL91 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Petersen Aviation Inc
- [STC SA04362CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04362CH): Installation of the uAvionix skyBeacon Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out. uAvionix Corporation
- [STC SA04165NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04165NY): Installation of Latitude Technologies Skynode S200 Satcom system must be performed. Latitude Technologies Corporation
- [STC SA00024NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00024NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K007 on single or multi-engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Lycoming reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA01734SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01734SE): Application of Stewart Systems synthetic fabric covering system to aircraft fuselage, wings, tail surfaces, control surfaces and related parts. Andrew D. Humphrey
- [STC SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric. Aviation Products Systems 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 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02402SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) CGR-30C. Electronics International Inc
- [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 SA03148NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03148NY): The installation of the Latitude Technologies Corporation S100 Tracking System. Latitude Technologies Corporation
- [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 SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). 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 SA01157LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01157LA): Installation of Electronics International Model FP-5 or FP-5L fuel flow/fuel pressure instrument as a replacement instrument. Electronics International Inc
- [STC SA00071SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00071SE): Cockpit sun visor installation. Rosen Sunvisor Systems LLC
- [STC SA01944CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01944CH): 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 SA866GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA866GL): Superseded by STC SA01944CH. Modify airplane to fly on unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 mimimum antiknock index. EAA Aviation Foundation
- [STC SA8075SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8075SW): Installation of fiberglass covering. (M-62 SERIES PT-19) (G-73 SCHWEIZER). Razorback Fabrics Inc
- [STC SA1008WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1008WE): Installation of Poly-Fiber covering material. Poly-Fiber Inc. Lists M-18 Series
- [STC SA489EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA489EA): Installation of ARP Inc. carburetor ice detection system. Aircraft & Rotorcraft Products (ARP) Inc
- [STC SA09470SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09470SC): Installation of Starter Indicator light system. Texas Skyways Inc
- [STC SA5159NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5159NM): Installation of chip detector system. Northwest Aircraft Inc. Lists M-18 Series
- [STC SA4-302](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-302): Installation of BN-1 propeller spinner. ACS Products Co, Inc. Lists M-18 Series
- [STC SA1351WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1351WE): Replace existing fabric on wings, fuselage, empennage, and/or control surfaces, with Ceconite101 material. (262A Series -12). Ceconite Inc
- [STC SA4-1210](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-1210): Installation of Eonnex cover on aircraft surfaces. Ceconite, Inc
- [STC SA308EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA308EA): Installation of carburetor ice detection system 105AP in single and twin engine aircraft and single engine helicopters powered by Continental, Franklin, and Lycoming type engines equipped with Marvel-Schebler MA-2, MA-3, MA-4, MA-4-5, MA-6 and HA-6 series carburetors. (Normal,Utility and Acrobatic Category airplanes and helicopters equipped with engines and carburetors as described.). Alfred R Puccinelli
- [STC SA798EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA798EA): Installation of Monitair exhaust gas combustion monitor kit. Rosemount Engineering Co. Lists M-18 Series
- [STC SA1350WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1350WE): Replace existing fabric on wings, fuselage, empennage and/or control surfaces with fiberglass cloth. Ceconite, Inc
- [STC SA1-615](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1-615): Installation of Fram lube oil filter Model PB55-1. Fram Aerospace. Lists M-18 Series
- [STC SA1044WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1044WE): Continental A75-8 65 hp engine and McCauley 1B90-CM/6753 propeller. Aero Spec. Lists M-18 Series
- [STC SA2-1053](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2-1053): Wing, fin and stabilizer structure reinforcements accomplished in accordance with Poplawski Drawing No. 23. A.H. Frank Poplawski
- [STC SA1177WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1177WE): WECO carburetor temperature monitor. Winnen Richard P. Lists M-18 Series
- [STC SA4-1106](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-1106): Ceconite 101 covering of wings, ailerons, rudder, elevators, horizontal and vertical stabilizers. Cooper Engineering Corporation. Lists M-18 Series
- [STC SA4-840](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-840): Fabric replaced with glass cloth on wings, fuselage, empennage and/or control surfaces. Air Fibre Inc. Lists M-18 Series
- [STC SA1-353](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1-353): Delco Remy generator 1101899 and associated plastic cowling. George W Strattner

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