# Piper PA-18A - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry codes: 7101804, 7102831 - Manufacturer (registry): PIPER · PIPER AIRCRAFT INC - Model: PA-18A - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 2 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 97 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Registered aircraft: 152 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-18a 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. ## 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 2025-02-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-02-11): Rudder Structure · FS 2001 J5A (Army L-4F), J5A-80, J5B (Army L-4G) and 67 more. Effective Mar 20, 2025 - [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 2015-08-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-08-04): Wings · FS 2000 L-14, AE-1, HE-1 and 77 more. Effective Jun 3, 2015 - [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005 - [AD 2001-23-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-17): GNS 430 units · Cessna 172, 182, 206 and 209 more. Effective Dec 28, 2001 - [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 85-06-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-06-04): Fuel Tank · FS 2001 AE-1, HE-1, J5A-80 and 60 more. Effective May 4, 1985 - [AD 78-10-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-10-03): Fuel Venting · FS 2001 AE-1, HE-1, J5A-80 and 66 more. Effective May 23, 1978 - [AD 72-01-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-01-07): Failure of Engine Mount · Piper PA-18, PA-18-105 (Special), PA-18-125 (Army L-21A) and 3 more. Effective Apr 17, 1972 - [AD 68-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-05-01): Exhaust Mufflers · FS 2001 J5A-80, J5A (Army L-4F), J5B (Army L-4G) and 67 more. Effective Mar 31, 1968 - [AD 62-02-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-02-05): Rudder Cable Attachment Lug · Piper PA-18, PA-18-105 (Special), PA-18-125 (Army L-21A) and 5 more - [AD 60-10-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/60-10-08): Fuel Selector Valve · Piper PA-18, PA-18-105 (Special), PA-18-125 (Army L-21A) and 30 more. Effective Jul 15, 1960 - [AD 59-10-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-10-08): Gas Tank Cap Vent · Piper PA-18, PA-18A, PA-20 and 1 more. Effective Jul 15, 1959 - [AD 54-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/54-19-01): Brake Line Cover Plate · Piper PA-18A - [AD 53-04-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/53-04-01): Control Stick Attachment · Piper PA-18, PA-18-105 (Special), PA-18-125 (Army L-21A) and 16 more Historical (superseded or no longer in force): - [AD 99-01-05 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-01-05-R1) (historical): Wings · FS 2000 L-14, AE-1, HE-1 and 73 more. Effective Jan 14, 2014 - [AD 99-01-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-01-05) (historical): Wing Lift Struts or Forks · FS 2000 L-14, AE-1, HE-1 and 73 more. Effective Feb 8, 1999 - [AD 93-10-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-10-06) (historical): Corroded Wing Lift Struts or Cracked Forks · Piper Aircraft, Inc., The New J-2, J-3, J4 and 28 more. Effective Jul 9, 1993 ## Registered aircraft (152, first 50) - [N1023N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1023N): [Southern Aircraft Consultancy Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTHERN%20AIRCRAFT%20CONSULTANCY%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [Casper, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Casper), built 1952, S/N 18-1889 - [N1127A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1127A): [Serie Dennis P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SERIE%20DENNIS%20P), [Chugiak, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Chugiak), built 1950, S/N 18-720 - [N11284](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N11284): [Horton Rick S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HORTON%20RICK%20S), [Plains, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Plains), built 1956, S/N 18-4737 - [N1144A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1144A): [Kramer John Edward](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KRAMER%20JOHN%20EDWARD), [Conroe, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Conroe), built 1951, S/N 18-737 - [N1148A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1148A): [Tyrrell Luke L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TYRRELL%20LUKE%20L), [Fairbanks, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Fairbanks), built 1951, S/N 18-742 - [N1189C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1189C): [Horton Harold E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HORTON%20HAROLD%20E), [Jber, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Jber), S/N 18-2470 - [N118EM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N118EM): [Sharp Robert M Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHARP%20ROBERT%20M%20TRUSTEE), [Jenks, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Jenks), S/N 18-1853 - [N1252C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1252C): [Davis Doyle M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAVIS%20DOYLE%20M), [Clancy, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Clancy), built 1953, S/N 18-2491 - [N1291C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1291C): [Vand Flyve Klub](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VAND%20FLYVE%20KLUB), [Newfolden, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Newfolden), S/N 18-2502 - [N1347A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1347A): [Kalba Shaun B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KALBA%20SHAUN%20B), [Pleasant Valley, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Pleasant%20Valley), built 1951, S/N 18-1165 - [N1350C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1350C): [Bryant Stephen C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BRYANT%20STEPHEN%20C), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), S/N 18-2513 - [N13FF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N13FF): [Veal Tim S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VEAL%20TIM%20S), [Kenai, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Kenai), built 1954, S/N 18-3415 - [N14319](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N14319): [Erickson Mark D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ERICKSON%20MARK%20D), [Valley Springs, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Valley%20Springs), S/N 18-6359 - [N1456C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1456C): [Brewer Alfred D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BREWER%20ALFRED%20D), [Hillsboro, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Hillsboro), built 1953, S/N 18-2654 - [N1471C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1471C): [Norris Cathy J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NORRIS%20CATHY%20J), [Statesville, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Statesville), S/N 18-2673 - [N1474C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1474C): [Sweeney Brett D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SWEENEY%20BRETT%20D), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 1953, S/N 18-2678 - [N150CW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N150CW): [Cleveland William L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLEVELAND%20WILLIAM%20L), [Lander, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Lander), S/N 18-4329 - [N1551P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1551P): [Phillips Kris D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PHILLIPS%20KRIS%20D), [Cordova, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Cordova), built 1954, S/N 18-3704 - [N1611C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1611C): [Northern Flyway LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NORTHERN%20FLYWAY%20LLC), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 1954, S/N 18-3393 - [N1653P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1653P): [Airmotive Service LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIRMOTIVE%20SERVICE%20LLC), [Brigham City, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Brigham%20City), built 1954, S/N 18-3768 - [N1754A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1754A): [Schrock Jaden D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHROCK%20JADEN%20D), [Sterling, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Sterling), S/N 18-1319 - [N1754P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1754P): [Lorring Eric H](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LORRING%20ERIC%20H), [Kodiak, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Kodiak), S/N 18-4074 - [N1759A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1759A): [Hargus Betty R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HARGUS%20BETTY%20R), [Fort Stockton, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Fort%20Stockton), S/N 18-1325 - [N1788A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1788A): [Davis Nigel L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DAVIS%20NIGEL%20L), [Helena, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Helena), built 1952, S/N 18-1658 - [N1793A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1793A): [Hickle Lucas](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HICKLE%20LUCAS), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), S/N 18-1664 - [N1795A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1795A): [Svendsen Gregory Roy](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SVENDSEN%20GREGORY%20ROY), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 1952, S/N 18-1665 - [N181AW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N181AW): [Kustatan Leasing LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KUSTATAN%20LEASING%20LLC), [Nikiski, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Nikiski), S/N 18-1743 - [N1820A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1820A): [Caley Robert M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CALEY%20ROBERT%20M), [Green, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Green), built 1952, S/N 18-1671 - [N1829A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1829A): [Mcelligott Joseph P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCELLIGOTT%20JOSEPH%20P), [Ione, OR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OR/Ione), built 1952, S/N 18-1679 - [N1852P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1852P): [Bennack George H](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BENNACK%20GEORGE%20H), [Lyford, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Lyford), built 1955, S/N 18-4101 - [N1858A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1858A): [Low And Slow LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LOW%20AND%20SLOW%20LLC), [Bozeman, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Bozeman), built 1953, S/N 18-1686 - [N1871A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1871A): [Skywagon Aero LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKYWAGON%20AERO%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), S/N 18-1703 - [N1876A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1876A): [Kalarney Kerry T](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KALARNEY%20KERRY%20T), [Olathe, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Olathe), built 1952, S/N 18-1712 - [N1886A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1886A): [Griffith Richard B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GRIFFITH%20RICHARD%20B), [Sycamore, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Sycamore), built 1952, S/N 18-1719 - [N1927A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1927A): [High Wind Aviation Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HIGH%20WIND%20AVIATION%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Ludlow, VT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VT/Ludlow), built 1952, S/N 18-1762 - [N1950P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1950P): [Jefferies R Wayne](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JEFFERIES%20R%20WAYNE), [Durango, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Durango), built 1955, S/N 18-4176 - [N1952P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1952P): [Winterton Gary S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WINTERTON%20GARY%20S), [Lindon, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/Lindon), built 1955, S/N 18-4178 - [N1959A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1959A): [White B Scott](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHITE%20B%20SCOTT), [Castlewood, VA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VA/Castlewood), built 1952, S/N 18-1801 - [N1968P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1968P): [Wygant Michelle R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WYGANT%20MICHELLE%20R), [Copper Center, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Copper%20Center), built 1957, S/N 18-4200 - [N1984A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1984A): [Super D Group LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SUPER%20D%20GROUP%20LLC), [Hanoverton, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Hanoverton), built 1952, S/N 18-1808 - [N1988A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1988A): [Broussard Lewis A Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BROUSSARD%20LEWIS%20A%20JR), [Morse, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Morse), built 1952, S/N 18-1813 - [N2154A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2154A): [Noska Frank S IV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NOSKA%20FRANK%20S%20IV), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), built 1952, S/N 18-1864 - [N2261A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2261A): [Flying Start LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLYING%20START%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1952, S/N 18-1887 - [N2353X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2353X): [B R Trucking LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/B%20R%20TRUCKING%20LLC), [Cut Bank, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Cut%20Bank), built 1956, S/N 18-4239 - [N2359P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2359P): [Ryan Good Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RYAN%20GOOD%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Sioux Falls, SD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SD/Sioux%20Falls), built 1955, S/N 18-4245 - [N245KW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N245KW): [Carson Cubs LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CARSON%20CUBS%20LLC), [Yelm, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Yelm), S/N 18-2495 - [N2496P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2496P): [Tri M LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TRI%20M%20LLC), [Nikiski, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Nikiski), S/N 18-4305 - [N2576P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2576P): [Wiltz Brothers Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILTZ%20BROTHERS%20INC), [Krotz Springs, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Krotz%20Springs), built 1955, S/N 18-4316 - [N2660A](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2660A): [N62689 Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/N62689%20INC), [Texarkana, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Texarkana), built 1952, S/N 18-2184 - [N2666P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2666P): [Berentson Bradley J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BERENTSON%20BRADLEY%20J), [Westhope, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Westhope), built 1955, S/N 18-4390 All 152: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-18a/aircraft.md ## NTSB investigations (189, newest 50) 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 WPR26LA244](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA244), Jun 23, 2026: Piper PA-18A (N7764D), Minden, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion. - [NTSB ERA22LA283](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA283), Jun 22, 2022: Piper PA-18A (N1927A), Charlestown, NH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to see and avoid power lines while maneuvering at low altitude. - [NTSB ANC21FA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC21FA028), Mar 29, 2021: Piper PA-18A (N1968P), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. - [NTSB ANC20CA041](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC20CA041), Apr 7, 2020: Piper PA 18A (N2791P), Chickaloon, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which necessitated a go-around, and her subsequent failure to maintain clearance from rising mountainous terrain. - [NTSB ERA20LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA20LA055), Dec 15, 2019: Piper PA18 (N1984A), New Market, VA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper touchdown, which resulted in a hard landing and an overload failure of the right main landing gear leg and its associated shock/dampener. - [NTSB GAA19CA132](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA132), Jan 28, 2019: Piper PA 18A (N8170C), McGrath, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for landing, which resulted in the landing gear collapsing. - [NTSB WPR17LA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR17LA102), May 8, 2017: Piper PA 18A (N245KW), Coeur D'Alene, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of yaw control due to an inadequately compressed rudder swage, which resulted from inadequate maintenance and led to the separation of the forward right rudder cable. - [NTSB GAA17CA027](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA027), Oct 14, 2016: Piper PA18 (N2791P), Palmer, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The airplane's encounter with a depression while the pilot applied excessive braking during the landing roll on a grass airstrip, which resulted in a nose-over. - [NTSB GAA16CA102](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA102), Dec 21, 2015: Piper PA 18A (N2791P), Girdwood, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: Fuel contamination resulting in the loss of engine power, a forced landing on a highway, and subsequent right wing impact with highway signage. - [NTSB WPR14CA212](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14CA212), May 18, 2014: Piper PA 18A (N7474D), Arlington, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper application of brakes during taxi in tailwind conditions, which resulted in a loss of aircraft control and subsequent nose over. - [NTSB WPR14CA152](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14CA152), Mar 30, 2014: Piper PA 18A (N1952P), Wheatland, WY, substantial damage. Probable cause: The front seat pilot's excessive approach speed and subsequent brake application during the landing which resulted in a nose-over. Contributing to the accident was the instructor's failure to… - [NTSB ANC14CA018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC14CA018), Mar 8, 2014: Piper PA 18 (N8281C), Tanana, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The passenger inadvertently interfered with the rudder control pedal, which resulted in a loss of directional control during takeoff. - [NTSB ANC13CA083](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC13CA083), Aug 24, 2013: Piper PA-18A (N3599A), Talkeetna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. - [NTSB ANC13CA045](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC13CA045), May 13, 2013: Piper PA-18A (N2496P), Nikiski, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during landing, resulting in contact with terrain, and a ground loop. - [NTSB ANC12CA034](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC12CA034), Apr 30, 2012: Piper PA-18-150 (N8976D), Palmer, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot did not maintain sufficient airspeed during a steep turn after takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. - [NTSB ANC12FA028](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC12FA028), Mar 31, 2012: Piper PA-18 (N7276D), Sleetmute, AK, substantial damage, 2 fatal. Probable cause: Operation of the airplane by a non-certificated pilot and his failure to maintain adequate airspeed and airplane control, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. - [NTSB CEN11CA548](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN11CA548), Aug 5, 2011: Piper PA-18A (N150CW), Sherman, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper fuel management, which resulted in a loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. - [NTSB ANC11CA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11CA053), Jun 15, 2011: Piper PA-18A (N1858A), McCarthy, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while taxiing in gusty wind conditions. - [NTSB ANC11CA035](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC11CA035), May 20, 2011: Piper PA-18A (N9279D), Coldfoot, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane while taxiing in gusty wind conditions. - [NTSB WPR10LA393](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA393), Aug 10, 2010: Piper PA18A (N2660A), Billings, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for the wind conditions and failure to maintain lateral and directional control of the airplane during landing. - [NTSB CEN09LA190](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA190), Mar 4, 2009: Piper PA-18A (N3352B), Wood Lake, NE, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed during the initial climb, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. - [NTSB CEN09CA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09CA062), Nov 16, 2008: Piper PA-18 (N7096D), Foraker, OK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the precautionary landing. Contributing to the accident were the wind gusts. - [NTSB ANC07CA042](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC07CA042), Jun 1, 2007: Piper PA-18 (N6760B), Talkeetna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's delay in aborting the landing, which resulted in an in-flight collision with trees. - [NTSB ANC06CA128](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC06CA128), Sep 1, 2006: Piper PA-18 (N1858A), Aniak, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during the takeoff initial climb, which resulted in a loss of control and in-flight collision with terrain. A factor contributing to the… - [NTSB SEA06CA062](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA06CA062), Mar 4, 2006: Piper PA-18A (N1984A), Shady Cove, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper installation of the control stick during maintenance, which resulted in the control stick becoming disconnected during the initial takeoff climb, resulting in a loss of control… - [NTSB SEA03LA140](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA03LA140), Jul 15, 2003: Piper PA-18A (N6792B), Zurich, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall. - [NTSB CHI03FA003](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03FA003), Oct 2, 2002: Piper PA-18A (N3279Z), Garden City, KS, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: The inadequate preflight planning/preparation and visual flight rules flight into instrument meteorological conditions by the pilot. The clouds, mist, and night conditions were contributing factors. - [NTSB ANC02LA085](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC02LA085), Jul 29, 2002: Piper PA-18 (N8995D), Port Alsworth, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during the landing roll, resulting in a nose over. A factor associated with the accident was a wind gust. - [NTSB ANC02LA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC02LA055), Jun 19, 2002: Piper PA-18 (N1858A), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, and his failure to maintain directional control of the airplane. A factor associated with the accident is a ditch adjacent to the runway. - [NTSB ANC00LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC00LA131), Sep 15, 2000: Piper PA-18 (N6760B), Big Lake, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's application of excessive braking. A factor in the accident was the installation of boosted (oversize) type master brake cylinders. - [NTSB FTW00LA073](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW00LA073), Jan 22, 2000: Piper PA-18A (N1290C), Sand Springs, OK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control during landing roll. - [NTSB ANC99LA053](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC99LA053), Apr 15, 1999: Piper PA-18 (N7696D), Anchorage, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind conditions. Factors associated with the accident were a crosswind, and an inadvertent ground loop. - [NTSB SEA98LA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA98LA150), Jul 26, 1998: Piper PA-18 (N1252C), Columbus, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: Partial loss of power for undetermined reasons. Factors include the pilot's selection of unsuitable terrain for a precautionary landing. - [NTSB LAX97LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA229), Jul 1, 1997: Piper PA-18-150 (N7764D), Page, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for crosswind gusts and his failure to maintain directional control. - [NTSB FTW97LA241](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW97LA241), Jun 27, 1997: Piper PA-18 (N1754A), Clovis, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control. A factor was an unexpected gust of wind during landing touch down. - [NTSB ANC96LA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96LA129), Aug 16, 1996: Piper PA-18 (N6760B), Slana, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. A factor associated with the accident was the rough and uneven terrain. - [NTSB ANC96LA124](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96LA124), Aug 14, 1996: Piper PA-18 (N7797B), Skwentna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: An engine failure due to an eroded engine piston. Factors in the accident were unsuitable terrain for a forced landing and improperly timed magnetos. - [NTSB ANC96LA116](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96LA116), Aug 4, 1996: Piper PA-18 (N8995D), Tyonek, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper approach to landing, and his delay in initiating a go-around. - [NTSB CHI96LA126](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI96LA126), Apr 1, 1996: Piper PA-18A (N454Q), Grand Haven, MI, substantial damage. Probable cause: failure of the dual student to maintain directional control of the airplane during the landing, and inadequate supervision by the flight instructor. - [NTSB ANC96LA170](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC96LA170), Jan 22, 1996: Piper PA-18 (N7797B), Skwentna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's selection of an unsuitable site for landing. A factor associated with the accident is the snow-covered terrain. - [NTSB SEA95LA123](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA95LA123), Jun 18, 1995: Piper PA-18A (N1252C), Laurel, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE SELECTION OF UNSUITABLE TERRAIN FOR LANDING. A FACTOR TO THE ACCIDENT WAS TALL VEGETATION. - [NTSB LAX94LA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX94LA183), Apr 2, 1994: Piper PA-18-150 (N8884D), Beowawe, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's inadvertent application of the brakes combined with excessive forward control pressure during recovery from a bounced landing. - [NTSB ANC93FA167](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC93FA167), Sep 2, 1993: Piper PA-18A-150 (N4713A), Sanona Creek, AK, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S FAILURE TO MAINTAIN FLYING SPEED DURING A DOWNWIND TURN FOR LANDING. FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: THE OVERWEIGHT CONDITION OF THE AIRPLANE, AND FAILURE TO ASSURE THAT THE… - [NTSB ANC92LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC92LA171), Sep 15, 1992: Piper PA-18-150 (N1148A), Totatlanika Rvr, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S POOR INFLIGHT PLANNING/DECISION IN EVALUATING AND SELECTING UNSUITABLE TERRAIN FOR THE LANDING AREA. FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO THE ACCIDENT WERE: SNOW COVERED TERRAIN, AND THE PILOT'S LACK… - [NTSB DEN92LA066](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN92LA066), Jun 29, 1992: Piper PA-18A (N1874A), Glade Park, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT DELAYED INITIATION OF THE GO AROUND. A FACTOR WAS: HIGH DENSITY ALTITUDE. - [NTSB ANC90FA187](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC90FA187), Sep 27, 1990: Piper PA-18A (N9279D), Birchwood, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: THE PILOT-IN-COMMAND'S FAILURE TO CORRECTLY ANALYZE THE WIND AND ITS EFFECT ON THE AIRPLANE DURING THE LANDING; THEREBY FAILING TO MAINTAIN PROPER DIRECTIONAL CONTROL. - [NTSB ATL90FA150](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL90FA150), Jul 28, 1990: Piper PA-18A (N2789P), Conway, SC, destroyed, 1 fatal. Probable cause: TOWLINE INTERFERENCE WITH THE RUDDER, AND FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE AIRSPEED, WHICH RESULTED IN A STALL/SPINN. A FACTOR THAT CONTRIBUTED TO THE ACCIDENT WAS: FAILURE OF THE… - [NTSB SEA89LA023](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA89LA023), Nov 11, 1988: Piper PA-18A (N8562C), Murphy, ID, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC87LA119](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC87LA119), Aug 11, 1987: Piper PA-18 (N7561D), Fairbanks, AK, substantial damage - [NTSB ANC87LA103](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC87LA103), Jul 20, 1987: Piper PA-18 (N9131D), Palmer, AK, substantial damage All 189: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-18a/ntsb.md ## FAA accident and incident reports (122, newest 50) 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 20260623007999A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260623007999A), Jun 23, 2026: Piper PA-18A (N7764D), Minden, NV, Substantial damage. The flight departed Minden-Tahoe Airport (kmev), where the terrain is unobstructed and flat, via runway 34 at 9:15AM pacific daylight time on June 23, 2026. No… - [Incident 20220909009359I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220909009359I), Sep 9, 2022: Pa-18 SUPERCUB (N2791P), Mccarthy, AK, Minor damage. The pilot completed an aerial inspection of a commonly used gravel landing strip and observed some areas with standing water. The pilot made the decision to… - [Accident 20220622010909A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220622010909A), Jun 22, 2022: Piper PA-18A (N1927A), Charlestown, NH, Substantial damage. The aircraft departed hartness state airport (kvsf), north springfield, VT at approximately 1025 local. The pilot stated that he had been flying for… - [Accident 20210328005359A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210328005359A), Mar 28, 2021: Piper PA-18A (N1968P), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. Pilot's total time in a PA18(accident aircraft) is 12 hours with no recent time in the aircraft. This flight was to regain currency in the PA18. The pilot was… - [Accident 20200407003829A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200407003829A), Apr 7, 2020: Piper PA-18A (N2791P), Sylvester Glaci, AK, Substantial damage. Pilot states that she had intended to land on the glacier with one passenger. Decided to perform a go-around and applied power while turning into what she… - [Incident 20200229022099I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200229022099I), Feb 29, 2020: Piper PA-18A (N7561D), Anchorage, AK, Minor damage, 1 fatal. 03/02/2020 Interview pilot who stated the following. Pilot and father were at the aircraft that is parked at lake hood Alaska. They had just started the… - [Accident 20191215019149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20191215019149A), Dec 15, 2019: Piper PA-18A (N1984A), New Market, VA, Substantial damage. Right main gear damper strut sheared at the damper extension attach point. The right wing and propeller struck the runway causing the wing to bend upward at… - [Incident 20190606006039I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190606006039I), Jun 6, 2019: Piper PA-18A (N1752A), Naknek, AK, Substantial damage. On June 6, 2019 at 0500AM a PA-18A aircraft owned by king air inc. was discovered abandoned with substantial damage at Naknek airport. Local law enforcement… - [Incident 20190517022869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190517022869I), May 17, 2019: Piper PA-18A (N2576P), Opelousas, LA, Minor damage. Pilot landed on runway 18. At approximately 800 feet from the end of runway 18, the aircraft veered to the right. Pilot applied left rudder and increased… - [Accident 20190127005779A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190127005779A), Jan 27, 2019: Piper PA-18A (N8170C), Mcgrath, AK, Substantial damage. On Sunday January 27th PIC was operating N8170C, a Piper PA-18 on straight skis east of Mcgrath on my trapline. On about the ninth off airport landing of the… - [Accident 20170508004799A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20170508004799A), May 8, 2017: Piper PA-18A (N245KW), Coeur D'Alene, ID, Substantial damage. Immediately after takeoff, at approximately 50 feet, the aircraft pitched forward and to the left and began rapidly descending. The left wingtip contacted the… - [Accident 20161013021859A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20161013021859A), Oct 13, 2016: Piper PA-18A (N2791P), Palmer, AK, Substantial damage. On landing rollout at the picnic table strip on the knik glacier the aircraft hit a depression. The tail came up and the PIC lost lateral control. She then… - [Accident 20151221020179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20151221020179A), Dec 21, 2015: Piper PA-18A (N2791P), Girdwood, AK, Substantial damage. Aircraft departed Girdwood Airport (aqv) to the south. Pilot stated they were at 3000 ft AGL approx 10 miles from Girdwood when the engine quit producing… - [Incident 20150703010069I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150703010069I), Jul 3, 2015: Piper PA-18A (N1291C), Gunnison, CO, Minor damage. On July 3, 2015 at approximately 1000 hours MDT, N1291C, a Piper PA-18A, experienced an in flight engine shut down and landed in a grass field ½ mile from the… - [Accident 20140330003299A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140330003299A), Mar 30, 2014: Piper PA-18A (N1952P), Wheatland, WY, Substantial damage. On 3/30/2014 at approximately 1015 hrs. Mountain daylight time (MDT), N1952P a Piper model PA18-150 super cub was substantially damaged during an off-field… - [Accident 20140308002309A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20140308002309A), Mar 8, 2014: Piper PA-18A (N8281C), Substantial damage. Pilot departed snow covered frozen lake and encountered snow drifts during take-off procedure and lost directional control causing the aircraft to strike the… - [Accident 20130823018109A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130823018109A), Aug 23, 2013: Piper PA-18A (N3599A), Talkeetna, AK, Substantial damage. Pilot was taking off from gravel strip located at Shulin lake near Talkeetna, AK. This was the pilots second trip out of this strip for the day. There is no… - [Accident 20130513009949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130513009949A), May 13, 2013: Piper PA-18A (N2496P), Homer, AK, Substantial damage. Airman was attempting a beach landing near tuxedni bay, Alaska. Airman performed three low passes over the intended beach landing area to ensure the surface… - [Accident 20120429007199A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120429007199A), Apr 29, 2012: Piper PA-18-150 (N8976D), Palmer, AK, Substantial damage. The student pilot was flying a PA-18-150. Joined by his friends a commercial pilot and a private pilot in another PA-18-150 they flew from the lake hood strip… - [Accident 20120330005949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120330005949A), Mar 30, 2012: Piper PA-18A (N7276D), Red Devil, AK, Substantial damage, 2 fatal. A witness stated the pilot had ferried gas in to a remote cabin. Then the pilot and a passenger departed the frozen lake to check the river for open hole,… - [Accident 20110805019929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110805019929A), Aug 5, 2011: Piper PA-18A (N150CW), Sherman, TX, Substantial damage. Aircraft departed private airstrip (X65) to perform pattern work at Sherman municipal airport (swi). After a touch and go the engine sputtered and lost power.… - [Accident 20110615012359A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110615012359A), Jun 15, 2011: Piper PA-18A (N1858A), Mccarthy, AK, Substantial damage. 6/15/2011 At approximately 1830 adt (6/16/2011, 0230Z) received information regarding a suspected accident in the Mccarthy, AK area involving a PA-18 that… - [Accident 20110520015259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110520015259A), May 20, 2011: Piper PA-18A (N9279D), Jim River, AK, Substantial damage. Airplane nosed over during landing rollout. - [Accident 20100810041589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100810041589A), Aug 10, 2010: Piper PA-18A (N2660A), Billings, MT, Substantial damage. On August 10, 2010, at 0818 MDT, a Piper PA-18A, N2660A, registered to 172 LLC, during landing at the Billings Logan international airport (bil), went off… - [Incident 20100106025859I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100106025859I), Jan 6, 2010: Piper PA-18A (N3374B), Fresno, CA, Minor damage. The airman was obtaining recency of experience for FAR 61.57. On landing at kfat airport runway 29L the airplane reportedly pulled hard right and the resulting… - [Accident 20090304004339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090304004339A), Mar 4, 2009: Piper PA18A (N3352B), Wood Lake, NE, Substantial damage. (-23) The aircraft crashed on take off from a private grass airstrip. The pilot failed to maintain adequate airspeed for safe take off and climb of the… - [Accident 20081116850659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20081116850659A), Nov 16, 2008: Piper PA18A (N7096D), Ponca City, OK, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot stated while flying 20 nw of jenks, Oklahoma his engine starting running rough. He decided to make a pre-cautionary landing in a 40+acre grass… - [Incident 20080524840111I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080524840111I), May 24, 2008: Piper PA18A (N7474D), Arlington, WA, No damage. (-23) Tow plane and glider taking off on grass strip, tow plane pilot saw helicopter on taxi way hovering, tow plane veered left to avoid helicopter the glider… - [Accident 20070601012629A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070601012629A), Jun 1, 2007: Piper PA18A (N6760B), Talkeetna, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot intended to land his PA-18 on a gravel bar in the Talkeetna river, approximately 45 NE of Talkeetna, AK. Pilot touched down too FAR down the area,… - [Incident 20060917022859I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060917022859I), Sep 17, 2006: Piper PA18A (N3885Z), Staten Island, NY, Minor damage. (-23) Aircraft N3885Z, serial number 18-7700, a Piper PA-18A model aircraft was involved in an incident on September 17, 2006. The aircraft made an emergency… - [Accident 20060831020749A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060831020749A), Aug 31, 2006: Piper PA18A (N1858A), Aniak, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) Aircraft crashed on takeoff causing damage to the right wing, landing gear and propeller. I have been unable to contact the pilot [privacy data omitted]… - [Incident 20060701021979I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060701021979I), Jul 1, 2006: Piper PA18A (N3885Z), Toms River, NJ. (-23) While conducting a banner towing operation aircraft lost engine power after a loud pop. Oil streamed over wind screen, pilot released banner over an open… - [Accident 20060304002979A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060304002979A), Mar 4, 2006: Piper PA18A (N1984A), Shady Cove, OR, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot lost control of the aircraft during takeoff because the pilot control stick came out of the attachment point. - [Incident 20050725016499I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050725016499I), Jul 25, 2005: Piper PA18A (N360HC), Palmer, AK, Minor damage. (-23) After landing and during taxi the pilot applied too much heel brake and the aircraft nosed over. - [Incident 20050331008639I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20050331008639I), Mar 31, 2005: Piper PA18A (N7291D), Watsonville, CA, Minor damage. (-23) During gusting wind conditions pilot attempted landing runway 20 at Watsonville, California. Landing resulted in ground loop damaging left wing and… - [Accident 20030715015889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030715015889A), Jul 15, 2003: Piper PA18A (N6792B), Zurich, MT, Substantial damage. (-23) Russell was the pilot in command of N6792B, a Piper PA-18, conducting predator control (coyote hunting) on July 15, 2003. While maneuvering at the top of… - [Accident 20021002031129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20021002031129A), Oct 2, 2002: Piper PA18A (N3279Z), Garden City, KS, Destroyed, 1 fatal. (-23) On October 2, 2002, at approximately 0620 to 0630, a Piper PA-18 operated by daniel alfred wiltz (certificate no. 438660535), departed the Garden City,… - [Accident 20020728027029A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020728027029A), Jul 28, 2002: Piper PA18A (N8995D), Portalsworth, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot landed on a ridge top and on landing roll wind picked up tail of the aircraft causing the aircraft to nose over causing substantial damage to the… - [Accident 20020618016739A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020618016739A), Jun 18, 2002: Piper PA18A (N1858A), Anchorage, AK, No damage. (-23) Airman was attempting to land on lake Hood gravel strip. The aircraft bounced twice on landing and went off the left side of the runway. - [Incident 20020423007509I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020423007509I), Apr 23, 2002: Piper PA18A (N3279Z), Krontzsprings, LA, Minor damage. (-23) On short final, a gust of wind pushed the right wing up causing the left wing to clip a tree. - [Accident 20000915041899A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000915041899A), Sep 15, 2000: Piper PA18A (N6760B), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot landed on a gravel sand bar near yentna and the big susitna rivr. Upon landing, the aircraft nosed over causing damage to the propeller, nose… - [Incident 20000316014889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000316014889I), Mar 16, 2000: Piper PA18A (N4388A), New Smyrna Beac, FL, Minor damage. (-23) Pilot was on a long final for runway 18 at massey ranch airpark, new Smyrna beach, Florida. Approximately 2 miles north the engine stared running roughly… - [Accident 20000122000219A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20000122000219A), Jan 22, 2000: Piper PA18A (N1290C), Sand Springs, OK, Substantial damage. (.19) On January 22, 2000, at 1720 central standard time, a Piper PA-18A airplane, N1290C, was substantially damaged during landing at the w.r. Pogue municipal… - [Accident 19990415020539A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19990415020539A), Apr 15, 1999: Piper STCPA18 (N7696D), Anchorage, AK, Substantial damage. On April 15, 1999, about 0915 Alaska daylight time, a tundra tire, tailwheel equipped Piper PA-18 airplane, N7696D, received substantial damage while landing… - [Accident 19980726024839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19980726024839A), Jul 26, 1998: Piper PA18A (N1252C), Columbus, MT, Substantial damage. (.4)The pilot stated that the engine was running rough, and he elected to make an off-field precautionary landing. He stated that he had checked the carburetor… - [Accident 19970701016739A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970701016739A), Jul 1, 1997: Piper PA18150 (N7764D), Page, AZ, Substantial damage. Weather cocked into gusty crosswind landing. Collapsed left main gear. - [Accident 19970627016169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970627016169A), Jun 27, 1997: Piper PA18A (N1754A), Clovis, NM, Substantial damage. Lost control on takeoff. Exited runway. Left wing hit fence. Cartwheeled. Damaged both wings and tail. Blamed wind. (-23) on June 27, 1997, approximately 1730… - [Accident 19960908026439A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960908026439A), Sep 8, 1996: Piper PA18A (N9916D), Palmer, AK, Substantial damage. Aircraft crashed on landing. - [Accident 19960816023159A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960816023159A), Aug 16, 1996: Piper PA18A (N6760B), Slana, AK, Substantial damage. Struck uneven hump on takeoff on remote strip. Became airborne to left of runway. Struck tree brush into more trees - [Accident 19960813022559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960813022559A), Aug 13, 1996: Piper PA18A (N7797B), Skwenta, AK, Substantial damage. Floatplane departed a lake, lost power. Landed on shore. Engine bad shape. Timing plugs and broken righ nr cyl. All 122: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-18a/incidents.md ## Service difficulty reports (4) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2006FA0000764](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000764), Jul 1, 2006: CYLINDER HEAD. SEPARATED. DURING NORMAL CRUISE FLIGHT, PILOT EXPERIENCED ENGINE ROUGHNESS AND A LOSS OF ENGINE OIL OUT OF THE SIDE COWLING, CAUSING AN UNEVENTFUL OFF AIRPORT LANDING. ROU - [SDR 98ZZZX4445](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4445), Oct 1, 1998: LINE. DETERIORATED. FUEL HOSE INTERNAL DETERIORATION RESULTING IN DECREASED FUEL FLOW TO CARBURETOR. SUBMITTER SUSPECTS AUTOFUEL AND/OR OLD AGE, INADEQUATE INSPECTION AND RECOMMEND - [SDR 98ZZZX4444](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX4444), Oct 1, 1998: LINE. CORRODED. ALUMINUM FUEL LINE CORRODED. MANUFACTURER WRAPS FRICTION TAPE ON TUBING FORMING CORROSION TRAP. SUBMITTER SUGGESTED REPLACEMENT WITH CORROSION PROOFED TUBING AN - [SDR 95ZZZX1311](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX1311), Feb 28, 1995: CONTROL CABLE. MISMANUFACTURED. DURING AN ANNUAL INSPECTION ON A PIPER SUPPER CUB PA-18A, FOUND NEW STAINLESS CABLES HAD BEEN PREVIOUSLY INSTALLED. INSPECTION OF THE CABLES SHOWED THE COPPER N ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (366, 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 SA02571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02571SE): Installation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display). Garmin International 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 SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA12428CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12428CH): Installation of the Lycoming Engines Electronic Ignition System (EIS). Lycoming Engines, An Operating Division of AVCO Corporation - [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 SA12406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12406WI): Installation of a Garmin AXIS Flight Display System. Garmin International Inc - [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 SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01147WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01147WI): Installation of Concorde FLA or VRSLA series batteries in Piper Light Airplanes. Concorde Battery Corporation - [STC SA02511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511SE): Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s). CiES Inc - [STC SA02525LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02525LA): Installation of Wheel and Brake Assemblies. Game Aerospace LLC - [STC SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc - [STC SA01704LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01704LA): Installation of the Grove Disk Brake System. Grove Aircraft Landing Gear Systems Inc - [STC SA02211AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02211AK): Installation of components to change thrust line orientation. Steve Pierce - [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC - [STC SA02200AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02200AK): Fabrication of replacement engine exhaust system assembly (P/N PA18ESA). Power Flow Systems Inc - [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA04046CH PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%202): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA4-1430](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-1430): 125-gallon hopper and small swathmaster. Texas Transland LLC - [STC SA7965SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7965SW): Application of fabric and polyurethane finishing system. Shady Aviation LLC - [STC SA11854CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11854CH): Installation of modified exhaust system in lieu of original components. Dakota Cub Aircraft Inc - [STC SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd - [STC SA11841BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11841BO): Installation of T3 Tailwheel Suspension System suspension. T3 Tailwheel Suspension System - [STC SA02764SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02764SE): Installation of Acme Aero Shock landing gear shock absorbers. Acme Suspensions LLC - [STC SA02765SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02765SE): Installation of Acme Stinger tailwheel landing gear shock absorber. Acme Suspensions LLC - [STC SA39CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA39CH): Installation of an Amphibian Landing Gear Position Advisory System/Laser Gear Advisory System. Wipaire Inc - [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics - [STC SA02386AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02386AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems. AeroLED's Holding LLC - [STC SA03898NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03898NY): Installation and maintenance of ORATEX covering and coating material. Aircraft Design & Certification Ltd - [STC SA01343WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01343WI): Installation of B&C Specialty Products BC400 alternator. B & C Specialty Products Inc - [STC SA04568CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04568CH): Installation of the uAvionix tailBeaconX, a tail mounted position light with integrated Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out and 1090MHz Mode-S transponder functionality. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA02580AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02580AK): Installation of Airframes Alaska Replacement Suspension. Airframes Alaska LLC - [STC SA02582AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02582AK): Installation of Airframes Alaska Brake Pedal and Master Cylinder Assembly. Airframes Alaska LLC - [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02579AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02579AK): Installation of Swing bar. Willow Mountain Ranch - [STC SA02532AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02532AT): Installation of subject Michelin tires on appropriate aircraft. For Michelin 5, 6, 8, and 10-inch rim diameter tires on General Aviation Aircraft. Michelin North America Inc - [STC SA01899WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01899WI): Installation of Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA04563AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04563AT): Installation of Sensenich propeller model 2G0M6 C82BGF or 2G0M7 C82BGF. Sensenich Propeller Company - [STC SA02576AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02576AK): Installation of Cleveland and ABI, LLC Wheel and Brake Kits. ABI LLC - [STC SA02233AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02233AK): Installation of high visibility fuel sight gauge. Dakota Cub Aircraft Inc - [STC SA00417BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00417BO): Installation of T3 Tailwheel Suspension Systems Suspension. T3 Tailwheel Suspension Systems - [STC SA02175AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02175AK): Fabrication of Airframes Alaska LLC Heavy Duty Standard Length or 3-inch Extended Main Landing Gear. Airframes Alaska LLC - [STC SA01606CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01606CH): Installation of alternate electro-hydraulic power pack system for operation of main wheel skis. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA3-180](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-180): Installation of Wipaire Skis, Inc. (Aircraft Skis) (FluiDyne) (Federal) Main Skis, Model C2200, Tail Ski, Model CTF2200 or CT3000, and Parts Kit No. W-PMA-001, issued February 26, 2001. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA3-328](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-328): Installation of Model C-2200 main skis and Model AWT-2500 or AWT-2500A tail wheel skis. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA02987CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02987CH): Installation of the Electroair Electronic Ignition System. Electroair Acquisition Corporation - [STC SA00954WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00954WI): Installation of Concorde RG Series Batteries in Piper Single Engine Airplanes. Aero-Mach Wilco LLC - [STC SA02534AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02534AK): Installation of Airframes Alaska Aluminum Lift Struts. Airframes Alaska LLC All 366: https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-pa-18a/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Jones Rube L PA-18A](https://openairdocs.org/model/jones-rube-l-pa-18a): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 05618RQ - [Piper/Gothard PA-18A](https://openairdocs.org/model/piper-gothard-pa-18a): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 7101805 --- 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.