# Socata TB21

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 8680697
- Manufacturer (registry): SOCATA
- Model: TB21
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 4
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS A51EU](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A51EU) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Daher Aerospace
- Registered aircraft: 50
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/socata-tb21

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 2024-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-14-03): Autopilot System · Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot (STC SA01866WI). Effective Aug 20, 2024
- [AD 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 2023
- [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 2021-24-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-24-16): Landing Gear System · Daher Aerospace TB 20 and TB 21. Effective Jan 18, 2022
- [AD 2015-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-24-03): Stabilizers · SOCATA TB 10, TB 20, TB 200 and 2 more. Effective Jan 4, 2016
- [AD 2007-02-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-02-04): Wing spar lower boom and the wheel fairing attaching screw · SOCATA TB 20 and TB 21. Effective Feb 26, 2007
- [AD 2006-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-07): ECi cylinder assemblies · Aerostar AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 386 more. Effective Jul 11, 2006
- [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 2003-26-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-26-06): Safety Belts and Restraint Systems · Anjou Aeronautique Safety Belts and Restraint Systems, AS332C, AS332L and 14 more. Effective Feb 17, 2004
- [AD 2003-04-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-04-03): Aileron control gimbal joint · SOCATA TB 10, TB 20, TB 200 and 2 more. Effective Apr 7, 2003
- [AD 2002-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-20-04): Exhaust system · SOCATA TB 21. Effective Nov 18, 2002
- [AD 2001-23-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-05): Front Seats · SOCATA TB 10, TB 20, TB 200 and 2 more. Effective Jan 4, 2002
- [AD 2001-23-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-04): Lower Rudder Hinge Fitting · SOCATA TB 10, TB 20, TB 200 and 2 more. Effective Jan 4, 2002
- [AD 2001-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-10-09): Automatic Flight Control Systems · Aerostar PA-60-700P (Aerostar 700P), 208, 208B and 15 more. Effective Jun 15, 2001
- [AD 98-18-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-18-13): Main Landing Gear Attachment Bearing · SOCATA TB 20 and TB 21. Effective Oct 24, 1998
- [AD 98-04-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-04-03): Bolts and Spacers of the Upper Attachments of the Front Belts · SOCATA TB 10, TB 20, TB 200 and 2 more. Effective Mar 24, 1998
- [AD 91-15-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-15-10): Horizontal Stabilizer Balance Weight Attachment Nuts · SOCATA TB 10, TB 20, TB 21 and 1 more. Effective Aug 10, 1991
- [AD 91-05-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-05-02): Landing Gear Mount · SOCATA TB 20 and TB 21. Effective Mar 25, 1991
- [AD 90-25-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-25-17): Oil Cooler Inlet · SOCATA TB 10, TB 20, TB 21 and 1 more. Effective Jan 3, 1991
- [AD 90-02-18 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-02-18-R1): Fuel System · SOCATA TB 10, TB 20, TB 21 and 1 more. Effective Jun 13, 1990
- [AD 87-12-09 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-12-09-R1): Aileron Weight Attach Rivets · SOCATA TB 20 and TB 21. Effective Jun 25, 1989
- [AD 88-02-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-02-05): Main Landing Gear · SOCATA TB 20 and TB 21. Effective Feb 20, 1988
- [AD 87-22-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-22-02-R1): Inspect for Cracks · SOCATA TB 10, TB 20 and TB 21. Effective Feb 20, 1988
- [AD 87-03-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-03-11): Stabilator Rod Ends · SOCATA TB 10, TB 20 and TB 21. Effective Mar 11, 1987

## Information bulletins (advisory) (7)

- [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018
- [SAIB CE-06-63](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-06-63): . Issued Aug 14, 2006
- [SAIB CE-04-14](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-14): . Issued Nov 6, 2003
- [SAIB CE-04-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-08): . Issued Oct 22, 2003
- [SAIB CE-04-07](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-07): . Issued Oct 22, 2003
- [SAIB CE-02-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-02-13): . Issued Feb 13, 2002
- [SAIB CE-01-15](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-01-15): . Issued Feb 16, 2001

## Registered aircraft (50)

- [N113MV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N113MV): [Rettig Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RETTIG%20AIR%20LLC), [Riverside, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Riverside), built 2003, S/N 2193
- [N12WZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N12WZ): [Nortech Data Services Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NORTECH%20DATA%20SERVICES%20INC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 2003, S/N 2206
- [N148JM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N148JM): [Tvpx Aircraft Solutions Inc Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TVPX%20AIRCRAFT%20SOLUTIONS%20INC%20TRUSTEE), [North Salt Lake, UT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/UT/North%20Salt%20Lake), built 2000, S/N 2020
- [N159DM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N159DM): [Le Kenneth](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LE%20KENNETH), [Henderson, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Henderson), built 2000, S/N 2005
- [N1888E](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1888E): [Choe Young Kyu](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHOE%20YOUNG%20KYU), [Manhasset, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Manhasset), built 1999, S/N 1888
- [N189GT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N189GT): [Kenai Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KENAI%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Akron, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Akron), built 2001, S/N 2022
- [N1903S](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1903S): [Griffin Products Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GRIFFIN%20PRODUCTS%20INC), [Wills Point, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Wills%20Point), built 1999, S/N 1903
- [N190AV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N190AV): [Nghiem Daniel](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NGHIEM%20DANIEL), [Westminster, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Westminster), S/N 2165
- [N20FQ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20FQ): [Jag Capital LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JAG%20CAPITAL%20LLC), [Cocoa, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Cocoa), built 1986, S/N 638
- [N20FR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20FR): [Norton Justin William](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NORTON%20JUSTIN%20WILLIAM), [Albuquerque, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Albuquerque), S/N 639
- [N20FZ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20FZ): [Sharp Randy L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHARP%20RANDY%20L), [Rocklin, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Rocklin), built 1986, S/N 644
- [N20GF](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20GF): [Verbil Christopher J Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VERBIL%20CHRISTOPHER%20J%20TRUSTEE), [Los Altos, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Los%20Altos), built 1987, S/N 645
- [N20KM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20KM): [Mozur Matthew Allen](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MOZUR%20MATTHEW%20ALLEN), [Danvers, MA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MA/Danvers), built 1985, S/N 558
- [N20LU](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20LU): [Camas Wings LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CAMAS%20WINGS%20LLC), [Camas, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Camas), S/N 685
- [N20LV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20LV): [Silver Skyways LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SILVER%20SKYWAYS%20LLC), [Las Cruces, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Las%20Cruces), built 1986, S/N 686
- [N20NB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20NB): [Stauffer Michael S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STAUFFER%20MICHAEL%20S), [Wichita Falls, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Wichita%20Falls), S/N 557
- [N20NC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20NC): [Johnson Professional Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JOHNSON%20PROFESSIONAL%20AVIATION%20LLC), [League City, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/League%20City), S/N 559
- [N20ND](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N20ND): [Sheff Donald](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHEFF%20DONALD), [Redwood City, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Redwood%20City), S/N 687
- [N219SD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N219SD): [Freund Gregor](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FREUND%20GREGOR), [San Francisco, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/San%20Francisco), built 2001, S/N 2050
- [N228G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N228G): [Hopkins Boone K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HOPKINS%20BOONE%20K), [Saint Simons Is, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Saint%20Simons%20Is), S/N 612
- [N241GT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N241GT): [Broshchan Ruslan A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BROSHCHAN%20RUSLAN%20A), [Jackson, MS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MS/Jackson), S/N 2141
- [N245LC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N245LC): [Image Craft LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/IMAGE%20CRAFT%20LLC), [Phoenix, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Phoenix), built 2001, S/N 2045
- [N2522D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2522D): [Miller Stephen](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MILLER%20STEPHEN), [St Louisville, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/St%20Louisville), S/N 872
- [N290DY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N290DY): [Zumm Thomas Lawrence](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ZUMM%20THOMAS%20LAWRENCE), [Wheaton, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Wheaton), built 2002, S/N 2108
- [N291GT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N291GT): [Nattjat Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NATTJAT%20AVIATION%20LLC), [El Dorado Hills, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/El%20Dorado%20Hills), built 2001, S/N 2091
- [N3056R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3056R): [Hassenpflug Derek G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HASSENPFLUG%20DEREK%20G), [Cincinnati, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Cincinnati), S/N 1598
- [N377C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N377C): [Valiair Limited Company Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VALIAIR%20LIMITED%20COMPANY%20TRUSTEE), [Casper, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Casper), built 2005, S/N 2222
- [N388JG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N388JG): [Beggins Thomas J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BEGGINS%20THOMAS%20J), [Madison, CT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CT/Madison), built 2000, S/N 2021
- [N397TB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N397TB): [Liberty Industries LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LIBERTY%20INDUSTRIES%20LLC), [Washington, DC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DC/Washington), built 1997, S/N 1804
- [N421TB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N421TB): [Hale Concepts LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HALE%20CONCEPTS%20LLC), [Marietta, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Marietta), built 2002, S/N 2081
- [N42TG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N42TG): [Murray Frederick D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MURRAY%20FREDERICK%20D), [Evans, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Evans), S/N 684
- [N456TB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N456TB): [Valentine David L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VALENTINE%20DAVID%20L), [Katy, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Katy), built 1999, S/N 1911
- [N54TW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N54TW): [Qualitair LLC Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/QUALITAIR%20LLC%20TRUSTEE), Michelstadt, S/N 745
- [N678TB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N678TB): [Hunter Dennis F](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HUNTER%20DENNIS%20F), [Rohnert Park, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Rohnert%20Park), S/N 1925
- [N68JT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N68JT): [Vallandi Amy E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VALLANDI%20AMY%20E), [Las Vegas, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Las%20Vegas), built 1989, S/N 904
- [N691SC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N691SC): [Southern Cross Aircraft LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTHERN%20CROSS%20AIRCRAFT%20LLC), [Fort Lauderdale, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Fort%20Lauderdale), S/N 1552
- [N703TB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N703TB): [Aircraft Guaranty Corp Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIRCRAFT%20GUARANTY%20CORP%20TRUSTEE), [Oklahoma City, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Oklahoma%20City), built 2000, S/N 2035
- [N705TB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N705TB): [Aircraft Guaranty Corp Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIRCRAFT%20GUARANTY%20CORP%20TRUSTEE), [Oklahoma City, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Oklahoma%20City), built 2005, S/N 2215
- [N709AM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N709AM): [Airtrust LLC - 13 - Series 13 Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIRTRUST%20LLC%20-%2013%20-%20SERIES%2013%20TRUSTEE), [Sheridan, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Sheridan), built 2001, S/N 2101
- [N711LY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N711LY): [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 2003, S/N 2182
- [N713TB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N713TB): [Kasper Michael](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KASPER%20MICHAEL), [Pahrump, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Pahrump), built 2002, S/N 2123
- [N725TB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N725TB): [Aircraft Guaranty Corp Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIRCRAFT%20GUARANTY%20CORP%20TRUSTEE), [Oklahoma City, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Oklahoma%20City), built 2003, S/N 2201
- [N726TB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N726TB): [Read Russell P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/READ%20RUSSELL%20P), [Missoula, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Missoula), built 2002, S/N 2151
- [N789TB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N789TB): [Kelly Derrell R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KELLY%20DERRELL%20R), [Truman, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Truman), built 1999, S/N 1919
- [N824GT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N824GT): [Bmi Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BMI%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Bartlesville, OK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OK/Bartlesville), built 2000, S/N 2010
- [N913DJ](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N913DJ): [Steele H Scott](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STEELE%20H%20SCOTT), [Idaho Falls, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Idaho%20Falls), S/N 1280
- [N92GT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N92GT): [Blue Skies Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BLUE%20SKIES%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Riverdale, MD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MD/Riverdale), built 2002, S/N 2100
- [N967WM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N967WM): [Lionheart Enterprise Co LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LIONHEART%20ENTERPRISE%20CO%20LLC), [Chino Valley, AZ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AZ/Chino%20Valley), built 1990, S/N 967
- [N97GT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N97GT): [Mihalyi Attila](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MIHALYI%20ATTILA), [Princeton, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Princeton), S/N 2135
- [N9934P](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9934P): [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 1990, S/N 1086

## NTSB investigations (11)

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 WPR26FA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26FA097), Feb 5, 2026: Socata TB21 (N967WM), Prescott, AZ, destroyed, 1 fatal, investigation ongoing
- [NTSB CEN23LA138](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA138), Mar 12, 2023: Socata TB21 (N789TB), Eden Prairie, MN, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot’s continued flight into icing conditions in an airplane that was not equipped for icing, which led to structural icing, subsequent loss of airplane control and impact with terrain.
- [NTSB GAA23WA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA23WA084), Dec 28, 2022: Socata TB21 (N229GC), Saint-Pons, France, destroyed, 1 fatal
- [NTSB WPR22LA259](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR22LA259), Jul 17, 2022: Socata TB21 (N718TB), San Marcos, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The failure of the mechanical fuel pump due to internal friction for reasons that could not be determined based on available evidence, which resulted in a total loss of engine power.
- [NTSB ERA12FA412](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12FA412), Jun 25, 2012: Socata TB21 (N2528N), Gold Hill, NC, substantial damage, 1 fatal. Probable cause: An inflight fire, the origin of which could not be determined because of postaccident fire damage. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's improper modifications to the airplane.
- [NTSB CEN12FA098](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN12FA098), Dec 3, 2011: Socata TB21 (N25153), Silverton, CO, substantial damage, 4 fatal. Probable cause: The non-instrument-rated pilot’s decision to embark on a flight through forecasted instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), and his subsequent flight into IMC, which resulted in the pilot’s…
- [NTSB ATL04LA059](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA059), Dec 27, 2003: Socata TB21 (N1879S), Spruce Pine, NC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate flare, and his failure to maintain directional control. The pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, and trees are a contributing factor.
- [NTSB LAX02FA166](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX02FA166), May 17, 2002: Socata TB-21 (N328CG), New River, AZ, destroyed, 2 fatal. Probable cause: the pilot's failure to maintain an adequate terrain clearance altitude during a cruise descent that resulted in controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). Factors in the accident were the rising…
- [NTSB ATL93LA163](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL93LA163), Sep 26, 1993: Aerospatiale TB21 (N2528D), Spruce Pine, NC, destroyed. Probable cause: THE PILOT'S INADEQUATE INFLIGHT DECISION IN DELAYING A GO-AROUND ATTEMPT AND IN ATTEMPTING A GO AROUND WITH FULL FLAP EXTENSION.
- [NTSB LAX89FA225](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX89FA225), Jun 22, 1989: Aerospatiale TB-21 (N28LR), Newhall, CA, destroyed, 4 fatal. Probable cause: FUEL CONTAMINATION, DUE TO THE PILOT'S LACK OF FAMILIARITY WITH THE AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEM, AND INADEQUATE MAINTENANCE. A RELATED FACTOR WAS: INADEQUATE TRANSITION TRAINING.
- [NTSB MKC89LA029](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC89LA029), Nov 22, 1988: Aerospatiale TB-21 (N20GF), Clinton, IA, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (15)

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 20260204000519A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260204000519A), Feb 4, 2026: Socata TB21 (N967WM), Prescott, AZ, Destroyed, 1 fatal. On February 4, 2026, at about 2000 local time, [privacy data omitted] crashed while turning to approach for landing at Prescott Arizona (prc). The Socata TBN21…
- [Accident 20230311004539A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230311004539A), Mar 11, 2023: Socata TB21 (N789TB), Eden Prairie, MN, Destroyed. On March 11th, 2023 at approximately 2135 central time, a Socata TB20, crashed while on approach to runway 10R at kfcm. The aircraft was not certified for…
- [Accident 20220716012589A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220716012589A), Jul 16, 2022: Socata TB21 (N718TB), San Marcos, CA, Destroyed. [privacy data omitted]Pilot picked up aircraft at a repair facility at montgomery airport (myf) after the completion of of an annual inspection. Pilot wanted…
- [Incident 20220112000459I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220112000459I), Jan 12, 2022: Socata TB21 (N423Z), Lakeland, FL, Minor damage. On January 12, 2022 at 09:44 EST, aircraft N423Z, a Socata TB21, reported a propeller strike after landing on runway 23 at Lakeland Linder International…
- [Incident 20130510009579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130510009579I), May 10, 2013: Socata TB21 (N54TW), Auburn, CA, No damage. On may 10, 2013, the pilot and his family depart concord, CA (ccr) to livermore, CA (lvk) for fuel. The aircraft was fueled to 66 gallons and took off at…
- [Accident 20120625011409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120625011409A), Jun 25, 2012: Socata TB21 (N2528N), Gold Hill, NC, Destroyed, 1 fatal. The aircraft departed runway 09 of goldhill airpark at 0400 hours on June 25, 2012 on an IFR flight plan. The aircraft made a left turn after departure and…
- [Accident 20111203029429A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20111203029429A), Dec 3, 2011: Socata TB21 (N25153), Silverton, CO, Destroyed, 4 fatal. N25153 departed 00C approx. 1330 contacted zdv and requested flight following to ase. The controller issued a disceet code 1430 radar identified N25153 and…
- [Accident 20031227037729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20031227037729A), Dec 27, 2003: Socata TB21 (N1879S), Spruce Pine, NC, Substantial damage. (-23) On December 27, 2003 an aircraft accident occurred at Avery county airport in Spruce Pine, north carolina, the following is an account of this…
- [Accident 20020516011379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020516011379A), May 16, 2002: Socata TB21 (N328CG), Newriver, AZ, No damage, 2 fatal. (.19) On may 16, 2002, about 2154 mountain standard time, a Socata TB-21, N328CG, descended into mountainous terrain in the tonto national forest, about 7 NM…
- [Incident 19940905044419I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940905044419I), Sep 5, 1994: Socata TB21 (N20FQ), Easton, MD, Minor damage. Electrical failure on approach when gear activated. Used manual extension. Nose gear folded landing. Cause unknown.
- [Accident 19930926036259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930926036259A), Sep 26, 1993: Socata TB21 (N2528D), Spruce Pine, NC, Destroyed. Overshooting downhill runway began go around. Struck trees on climbout. Failed to timely raise full flaps.
- [Incident 19910525035269I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19910525035269I), May 25, 1991: Socata TB21 (N20LU), Santa Barbara, CA, Minor damage. Investigation revealed nose gear turning limit stops missing. Allowed nose gear to turn beyond limit.
- [Incident 19900720035879I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19900720035879I), Jul 20, 1990: Socata TB21 (N2528D), Corona, CA, Minor damage. Total electrical failure. Landed gear up. No attempt was made to use the emergency extension system.
- [Accident 19890622017059A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890622017059A), Jun 22, 1989: Socata TB21 (N28LR), Newhall, CA, Destroyed, 4 fatal. Unaware of low point fuel drain failed to sump for months. Dirt water caused power loss. Stalled avoiding wires.
- [Accident 19881122053269A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19881122053269A), Nov 22, 1988: Socata TB21 (N20GF), Clinton, IA, Substantial damage. Engine stopped en route. Nosed up landing in a field. Suspect a problem with fuel system still undetermined.

## Service difficulty reports (17)

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

- [SDR 2013FA0000110](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2013FA0000110), Aug 16, 2012: BATTERY. FAILED. SEALED BATTERY DOES NOT HOLD A CHARGE. CONFIRMED BATTERY FAILED CAPACITANCE TEST AT LESS THAN 10 PERCENT. SENT BATTERY TO MFG FOR EVALUATION, WAS TOLD THAT THE 
- [SDR LC1R2012020292GT](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/LC1R2012020292GT), Feb 2, 2012: CLAMP. WORN. DURING AN ANNUAL INSP, THE DUAL MAGNETO WAS REMOVED TO FACILITATE REPLACEMENT OF A LEAKY MOUNTING GASKET. WHEN REMOVED IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE UPPER MOUNTING CL
- [SDR 2008FA0000906](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2008FA0000906), Nov 22, 2008: SEAL. FAILED. PILOT REPORTED THAT ENGINE LOST OIL PRESSURE AT AN ALTITUDE OF 8000 FT ABOUT 14 MILES WEST OF MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. HE WAS ABLE TO MAKE AIRPORT AND SHUTDOWN THE EN
- [SDR 2007FA0000267](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2007FA0000267), Feb 28, 2007: BEARING. FAILED. IN FLIGHT, DROP IN MANIFOLD PRESSURE, TROUBLESHOT, FOUND TURBOCHARGER BEARING FAILURE. FOUND METAL IN OIL FILTER. ENGINE REMOVED FOR REPAIR. (K)
- [SDR 2006FA0000749](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2006FA0000749), Jul 20, 2006: SPRING. BROKEN. THE PUSH ROD HOUSING TUBE RETAINING SPRINGS WERE BROKEN AT THE BEND JUST OB OF THE MOUNT HOLE. THE UNBROKEN SPRINGS HAD A TOOL LINE AT THE POINT OF THE BEND. TH
- [SDR 2003FA0000381](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2003FA0000381), Apr 1, 2003: LEVER. FRETTED. CUSTOMER COMPLAINED OF EXCESSIVE VIBRATION. ATTEMPTS TO BALANCE THE PROP WERE UNSUCCESSFUL. INSPECTION REVEALED THAT THE EXHAUST SUPPORT (LEVER ASSY) SUPPORT BU
- [SDR 20000817SH015](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000817SH015), Aug 8, 2000: LINK. BROKEN. DURING 25-HOUR INSPECTION, FOUND BROKEN LINK. (X)
- [SDR 20000817SH014](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000817SH014), Aug 8, 2000: LINK. BROKEN. LINK FOUND BROKEN; ANOTHER LINK FOUND BROKEN ON ANOTHER AIRCRAFT. (X)
- [SDR 20000811SH014](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000811SH014), Jul 31, 2000: TANK. CRACKED. FOUND WELD AT TURBO BEND OF OIL DRAIN TANK CRACKED. UPON REMOVAL, TUBE CAME OUT OF TANK. LOOKING AT WELD, IT APPEARED TO BE A BAD WELD. SUBMITTER STATED THAT HA
- [SDR 20000719SH016](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000719SH016), Jul 5, 2000: PRESSURE SWITCH. FAILED. PILOTS REPORTED LANDING GEAR WOULD NOT RETRACT, CHECKED FUSES, ALL OK. BYPASSED PRESSURE SWITCH. GEAR RETRACTED, INSTALLED NEW PRESSURE SWITCH, PN TB206138001, 
- [SDR 20000330SH005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000330SH005), Mar 8, 2000: SWITCH. FAILED. INTERNAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE OF PRESSURE SWITCH AT 44.8 HOURS. THIS IS THE 7TH SWITCH INSTALLED IN THIS AIRCRAFT. SWITCH FAILURE IS A MIXTURE OF ELECTRICAL AND M
- [SDR 20000622SH009](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000622SH009), Oct 6, 1999: HOSE. RESTRICTED. FOUND COPILOT BRAKE FLEX HOSES RESTRICTED DUE TO INTERNAL SWELLING OF THE RUBBER. UNKNOWN IF IMPROPER FLUID EVER USED. BRAKE WOULD LOCK UP WHEN RIGHT BRAKE APPL
- [SDR 98ZZZX3171](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/98ZZZX3171), Jun 24, 1998: BEARING. FROZEN. WHILE REMOVING THE RUDDER FOR PAINT, FOUND UPPER RUDDER BEARING FROZEN/CORRODED. THE BEARING SUPPORT HAD TO BE REMOVED TO REMOVE RUDDER. CAUSE WAS LACK OF LUBRI
- [SDR 97ZZZX1194](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX1194), Mar 4, 1997: LINE. FAILED. INFLIGHT FAILURE OF THE TURBOCHARGER OIL RETURN LINE BETWEEN THE TURBOCHARGER HOUSING AND A SMALL RESERVOIR CAN LOCATED UNDER THE ENGINE. THE AIRCRAFT LOST 9 QU
- [SDR 95ZZZX6424](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX6424), Oct 25, 1995: SEAT BELT ASSY. CORRODED. WHILE PERFORMING MANDATORY SB 10-044, AMDT 1, DATED SEPT 1993 (DUE AT EACH ANNUAL INSPECTION), IT WAS NOTED THE LEFT AND RIGHT INERTIA REEL-TYPE FRONT SEAT BELT
- [SDR 95ZZZX6423](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX6423), Oct 25, 1995: SEAT BELT ASSY. CORRODED. WHILE PERFORMING MANDATORY SB 10-044, AMDT 1, DATED SEPT 1993 (DUE AT EACH ANNUAL INSPECTION), IT WAS NOTED THE LEFT AND RIGHT INERTIA REEL-TYPE FRONT SEAT BELT
- [SDR CA951218201](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA951218201), Oct 12, 1995: RELAY. SHORTED CLOSED. (CAN)PILOT WAS ATTEMPTING AN APPROACH WHEN THE CIRCUIT BREAKER FOR THE LANDING GEAR KEPT POPPING OUT AFTER BEING RESET SEVERAL TIMES MANUAL GEAR EXTENSION WAS P

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (151, 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 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 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 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 SA02511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511SE): Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s). CiES Inc
- [STC SA01866WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01866WI): Installation of Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot with Electronic Stability and Protection. Garmin International 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 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 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 SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio. Peregrine
- [STC SA04400NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04400NY): Installation of the Integrated Back-up Battery System (IBBS). TCW Technologies LLC
- [STC SA01435LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01435LA): Installation of engines modified with Firewall Forward Technologies LLC modified camshaft. Centri-Lube Technologies LLC
- [STC SA04192NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04192NY): KFD 900 Primary Flight Display System Additional Functions. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine
- [STC SA11137SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11137SC): Installation of Plane-Power ALT-FLX alternator. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA04586CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04586CH): Installation of Electroair Back Up Battery Panel System Control. Electroair Aquisition Corp
- [STC SA00076IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00076IB): Installation of Photo luminescent Safety Systems. STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH
- [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SA02203AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02203AK): Installation of FlightLogic Synthetic Vision Electronic Flight Information System (EFIS-SV). Genesys Aerosystems 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 SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA09902AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09902AC): Installation of BendixKing KFD 900 Flight Display System. Honeywell International Inc. (Bendix King)
- [STC SA11174SC PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11174SC%20PAGE%202): Installation of BendixKing by Honeywell KSN 770 and KSN 765 WAAS LPV approach capable nav/comm systems. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King)
- [STC SA10822SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10822SC): Installation of EFD1000 Primary Flight Display. Aspen Avionics Inc
- [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA04181NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04181NY): Installation of the KFC 230 Aerocruze Automatic Flight Control System. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA04182NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04182NY): Installation of BendixKing KA 310 Autopilot Adapter. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation
- [STC SA10236SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10236SC): Installation of a GDC 31 Roll Steering Converter. DAC International Inc
- [STC SA00900WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00900WI-D): Installation of Bendix/King KMD 550 Multi-Function Display. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA00826WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00826WI-D): Installation of Bendix/King KFC 225 automatic flight control system. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA00827WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00827WI-D): Installation of Bendix/King KMD 150 MFD Multi-Function Display. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA01560WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01560WI-D): Installation of the Honeywell KFD 840 Primary Flight Display System. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA01714WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01714WI): Installation of a Garmin transponders: (a) GTX 330/330D/33/33D with ADS-B Out functionality; (b) GTX 335/335R/345/345R with ADS-B Out and In functionality; or (c) GTX 335R/345R with ADS-B Out functionality in select airplanes installed with G950/G1000 systems. Garmin International Inc
- [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 SA00744DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00744DE): Installation of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT31 Transponder and an approved position sensor. Peregrine
- [STC SA00765DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00765DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor. Peregrine
- [STC SA04240NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04240NY): Installation of a new carbon spinner and back plate. Soci t DUC t/a DUC Helices Propellers Aerodrome De Villefranche-Tarare
- [STC SA04165NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04165NY): Installation of Latitude Technologies Skynode S200 Satcom system must be performed. Latitude Technologies Corporation
- [STC SA02153LA-D PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02153LA-D%20PAGE%202): Installation of Garmin G600 Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multifunction Display (MFD) System. Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA02013CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02013CH): Installation of Avidyne Corporation Traffic Advisory System (TAS). Avidyne Corporation
- [STC SA01835WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01835WI): Installation of Trig Avionics TY-96 or TY-97 VHF Communications Radio. Peregrine
- [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 SA01933LA-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01933LA-D): Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Garmin International 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 SA2586NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2586NM): Installation of J.P. Instruments temperature monitoring systems. J P Instruments
- [STC SA01114CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01114CH): Installation of P2 Incorporated 6600 Audio Advisory system. P2 Incorporated

All 151: https://openairdocs.org/model/socata-tb21/stcs.md

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