# Stearman C3-R

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 8560208
- Manufacturer (registry): STEARMAN AIRCRAFT
- Model: C3-R
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 3
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 82 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS ATC 251](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/ATC%20251) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Stearman Aircraft Company
- Registered aircraft: 7
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/stearman-c3-r

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.

None matched.

## Registered aircraft (7)

- [N566Z](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N566Z): [Wilson Archie Clark](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILSON%20ARCHIE%20CLARK), [Hernando, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Hernando), built 1931, S/N 5038
- [N656K](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N656K): [Glover William S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GLOVER%20WILLIAM%20S), [Mount Pleasant, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Mount%20Pleasant), S/N 5007
- [N790H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N790H): [Nelson Jeffery A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NELSON%20JEFFERY%20A), [Pleasant Prairie, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Pleasant%20Prairie), built 1930, S/N 5034
- [N794H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N794H): [Allen Willis M Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ALLEN%20WILLIS%20M%20JR), [El Cajon, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/El%20Cajon), built 1930, S/N 5036
- [N799H](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N799H): [Lowe Nancy Lee Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LOWE%20NANCY%20LEE%20TRUSTEE), [Crystal Lake, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Crystal%20Lake), built 1931, S/N 5037
- [N8828](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8828): [Antique Preservation Association Of Greenfield](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ANTIQUE%20PRESERVATION%20ASSOCIATION%20OF%20GREENFIELD), [Greenfield, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Greenfield), built 1929, S/N 5001
- [N8840](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N8840): [Babcock Greg J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BABCOCK%20GREG%20J), [Wapato, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Wapato), built 1929, S/N 5003

## NTSB investigations (4)

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 SEA02LA136](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA136), Jul 23, 2002: Stearman C3-R (N656K), Arlington, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate remedial action when responding to the swerve/veer of the tailwheel equipped aircraft, leading to a failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Factors…
- [NTSB NYC77FNC46](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC77FNC46), Aug 13, 1977: Stearman C3-R (N799H), Rockland, ME, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC72FFA11](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC72FFA11), Aug 25, 1971: Stearman C3R (N8828), Utica, NY, substantial damage
- [NTSB LAX67D0404](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX67D0404), Apr 13, 1967: Stearman C3-R (N8840), Ducor, CA, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (2)

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 20020723018639A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20020723018639A), Jul 23, 2002: Strman C3R (N656K), Arlington, WA, Substantial damage. (-23) The pilot stated that he attempted to wheel land the aircraft on runway 16. After touchdown, the aircraft began veering to the left and the pilot applied…
- [Accident 19770813024049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770813024049A), Aug 13, 1977: Strman C3R (N799H), Rockland, ME, Substantial damage

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (8)

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 SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC
- [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 SA1626NM PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1626NM%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics Int'l Digital EGT/CHT Instruments and accessories. (201 Series). Electronics International
- [STC SA2350NM PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2350NM%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics International Inc digital carburetor/outside air temperature gauges. Electronics International
- [STC SA4302NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4302NM): Installation of Electronics Int'l digital automatic engine analyzer. Electronics International
- [STC SA3862NM PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3862NM%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics International Primary TIT/EGT/CHT instruments, remote switches and associated accessories. Electronics International
- [STC SA2190NM PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2190NM%20PAGE%202): Installation of electronics International Digital Volt/Amp Gauges and Accessories. Electronics International
- [STC SA2350NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2350NM) (historical): Installation of Electronics International Inc digital carburetor/outside air temperature gauges listed on the attached continuation sheet and the associated accessories. Electronics International

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