# Stinson 108-3 - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 9230408 - Manufacturer (registry): STINSON - Model: 108-3 - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Category: Airplane - Engines: 1 · Reciprocating - Seats: 4 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Cruise speed: 94 mph - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A-767](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-767) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Univair Aircraft Corporation - Registered aircraft: 433 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/stinson-108-3 Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs) Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment. - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI or SA02658SE). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [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 79-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-07-02): Batteries · Aircraft Parts & Development A, A-2, A-3 and 149 more. Effective Apr 3, 1979 - [AD 50-25-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/50-25-01): Fuel drip strip · Univair 108, 108-1, 108-2 and 1 more - [AD 50-17-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/50-17-02): Rudder cable inspection · Univair 108, 108-1, 108-2 and 1 more - [AD 49-16-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-16-02): Wing fabric inspection · Univair 108-2 and 108-3 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (1) - [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018 ## Registered aircraft (433, first 50) - [N1000M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1000M): [Valdez Raymond G](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/VALDEZ%20RAYMOND%20G), [Las Vegas, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Las%20Vegas), S/N 108-3741 - [N1083J](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1083J): [Beerman William C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BEERMAN%20WILLIAM%20C), [Raleigh, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Raleigh), built 1948, S/N 108-4776 - [N108AB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108AB): [Olree Richard N Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OLREE%20RICHARD%20N%20JR), [Hillman, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Hillman), built 1948, S/N 108-4171 - [N108BT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108BT): [Flying J Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FLYING%20J%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Lynden, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Lynden), built 1948, S/N 108-4045 - [N108CM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108CM): [Cardinal Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CARDINAL%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Gaines, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Gaines), built 1948, S/N 108-4723 - [N108KD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108KD): [Payne Steven H](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PAYNE%20STEVEN%20H), [Nine Mile Falls, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Nine%20Mile%20Falls), built 1949, S/N 1084963 - [N108LB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108LB): [Hauser Scott R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HAUSER%20SCOTT%20R), [Towanda, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Towanda), S/N 108-4811 - [N108RD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108RD): [Classic Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLASSIC%20AIR%20LLC), [Lititz, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Lititz), built 1948, S/N 108-4523 - [N108RM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108RM): [Fernandez Taylor R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FERNANDEZ%20TAYLOR%20R), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), built 1948, S/N 108-5257 - [N108SV](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108SV): [Ensign Development Co LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ENSIGN%20DEVELOPMENT%20CO%20LLC), [Leavenworth, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Leavenworth), built 1948, S/N 1084165 - [N108SW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108SW): [Express Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EXPRESS%20AIR%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1949, S/N 1084715 - [N108WG](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108WG): [Fichtner Eric](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FICHTNER%20ERIC), [Concord, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Concord), built 1948, S/N 1084124 - [N108WH](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108WH): [Marshall Robert L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MARSHALL%20ROBERT%20L), [Pine River, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Pine%20River), built 1986, S/N 108-4985 - [N108WS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N108WS): [Spence William D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPENCE%20WILLIAM%20D), [Waller, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Waller), built 1948, S/N 108-4502 - [N10ZP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N10ZP): [Formosa Lloyd A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FORMOSA%20LLOYD%20A), [Delta Junction, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Delta%20Junction), built 1948, S/N 108-4505 - [N121N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N121N): [Ayo Johnny D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AYO%20JOHNNY%20D), [Mount Zion, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Mount%20Zion), built 1948, S/N 108-4449 - [N123TY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N123TY): [Norrish Tyler E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NORRISH%20TYLER%20E), [Grapeview, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Grapeview), built 1948, S/N 108-5212 - [N132Q](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N132Q): [Andrews Dan C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ANDREWS%20DAN%20C), [Weatherly, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Weatherly), built 1947, S/N 1084052 - [N17WS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N17WS): [Wise River Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WISE%20RIVER%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Three Forks, MT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MT/Three%20Forks), S/N 108-4499 - [N180LY](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N180LY): [Fischer Bruce M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FISCHER%20BRUCE%20M), [Sun Prairie, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Sun%20Prairie), built 1949, S/N 108-4486 - [N214DB](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N214DB): [Tudosie Catalin Trustee](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TUDOSIE%20CATALIN%20TRUSTEE), [Lake Arrowhead, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Lake%20Arrowhead), built 1948, S/N 1084517 - [N2243M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N2243M): [Hesse Stephen R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HESSE%20STEPHEN%20R), [Anaheim, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Anaheim), S/N 108-4127 - [N235DE](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N235DE): [Acro Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ACRO%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Littleton, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Littleton), built 1948, S/N 108-4566 - [N25LW](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N25LW): [Everest John D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EVEREST%20JOHN%20D), [Bailey, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Bailey), built 1948, S/N 108-4973 - [N38103](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N38103): [Omlid Robert L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OMLID%20ROBERT%20L), [Watford City, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Watford%20City), S/N 1083800 - [N4006C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4006C): [Lovitt Cole A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/LOVITT%20COLE%20A), [Douglas, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Douglas), built 1948, S/N 108-5006 - [N4008C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4008C): [Olree Richard N Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/OLREE%20RICHARD%20N%20JR), [Hillman, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Hillman), built 1948, S/N 108-5008 - [N4011C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4011C): [I-Five Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/I-FIVE%20INC), [Carpenter, WY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WY/Carpenter), built 1948, S/N 108-5011 - [N4014C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4014C): [Everett James S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EVERETT%20JAMES%20S), [Wyoming, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Wyoming), built 1948, S/N 108-5014 - [N4015C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4015C): [Franklin Jon P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FRANKLIN%20JON%20P), [Lopez Island, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Lopez%20Island), S/N 108-5015 - [N4016C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4016C): [Thomas Craig M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THOMAS%20CRAIG%20M), [Carrollton, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Carrollton), built 1948, S/N 108-5016 - [N4022C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4022C): [Griffith William A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/GRIFFITH%20WILLIAM%20A), [Gainesville, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Gainesville), built 1948, S/N 108-5022 - [N4023C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4023C): [Young Christina Marie](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/YOUNG%20CHRISTINA%20MARIE), [Anchorage, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Anchorage), built 1948, S/N 108-5023 - [N4029C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4029C): [Rosson Herbert M Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROSSON%20HERBERT%20M%20JR), [Friendswood, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Friendswood), built 1948, S/N 108-5029 - [N4035C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4035C): [Mcmanigle James W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCMANIGLE%20JAMES%20W), [Proctor, VT](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/VT/Proctor), built 1948, S/N 108-5035 - [N4037C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4037C): [Higdem Dane M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HIGDEM%20DANE%20M), [Kimberly, ID](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ID/Kimberly), S/N 108-5037 - [N4041C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4041C): [Rydberg Lawrence](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RYDBERG%20LAWRENCE), [Albuquerque, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Albuquerque), built 1949, S/N 108-5041 - [N4045C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4045C): [Young David E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/YOUNG%20DAVID%20E), [Wasilla, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Wasilla), built 1949, S/N 1085045 - [N4046C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4046C): [Williams Robert M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILLIAMS%20ROBERT%20M), [Red Hook, NY](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NY/Red%20Hook), built 1949, S/N 108-5046 - [N4053C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4053C): [Possenti Wynola J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/POSSENTI%20WYNOLA%20J), [Fairbanks, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Fairbanks), built 1949, S/N 108-5053 - [N4054C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4054C): [Weber Charles A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WEBER%20CHARLES%20A), [Marion, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Marion), built 1949, S/N 108-5054 - [N4064C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4064C): [Kiteley Steven M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KITELEY%20STEVEN%20M), [Longmont, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Longmont), built 1950, S/N 108-5064 - [N4066C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4066C): [Snavely Deborah B](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SNAVELY%20DEBORAH%20B), [Lake Placid, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Lake%20Placid), built 1949, S/N 108-5066 - [N4068C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4068C): [Ash Christian R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ASH%20CHRISTIAN%20R), [Ellison Bay, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Ellison%20Bay), built 1949, S/N 108-5068 - [N4070C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4070C): [Mccormick Janet](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCCORMICK%20JANET), [Mckenna, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Mckenna), built 1949, S/N 108-5070 - [N4072C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4072C): [Orians Brian E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ORIANS%20BRIAN%20E), [Medina, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Medina), built 1949, S/N 108-5072 - [N4077C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4077C): [Sparks James R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SPARKS%20JAMES%20R), [Lewisburg, WV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WV/Lewisburg), S/N 108-5077 - [N4078C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4078C): built 1949, S/N 108-5078 - [N4094C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4094C): [Hay Curtis J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HAY%20CURTIS%20J), [Alamo, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Alamo), built 1949, S/N 108-5094 - [N4097C](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4097C): [Lancaster, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Lancaster), built 1953, S/N 108-5097, Sale reported, pending cancellation All 433: https://openairdocs.org/model/stinson-108-3/aircraft.md ## NTSB investigations (318, 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 WPR26LA183](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA183), May 12, 2026: Stinson 108-3 (N588C), Quilcene, WA, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB ERA26LA108](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA26LA108), Feb 6, 2026: Stinson 108-3 (N528C), Palmetto, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion. - [NTSB CEN26LA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN26LA087), Jan 11, 2026: Stinson 108-3 (N6725M), Gypsum, CO, substantial damage, investigation ongoing - [NTSB WPR25LA151](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR25LA151), May 5, 2025: Stinson 108-3 (N108RM), Port of Del Bonita, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s loss of directional control while landing in gusting wind conditions. - [NTSB ANC24LA097](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC24LA097), Sep 14, 2024: Stinson 108-3 (N691E), Lime Village, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection and fuel planning, which resulted in a total loss of engine power due to fuel exhaustion and a subsequent forced landing in tree-covered terrain. - [NTSB CEN23LA058](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA058), Dec 3, 2022: Stinson 108-3 (N7659X), Regent, ND, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot failed to maintain clearance from high tension wires while maneuvering at low altitude. - [NTSB ERA22LA333](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA22LA333), Jul 23, 2022: Stinson 108 (N6020M), Batesburg, SC, substantial damage. Probable cause: The fatigue failure of the crankshaft gear, resulting in a total loss of engine power. - [NTSB ANC21LA086](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC21LA086), Sep 12, 2021: Stinson 108-3 (N6476M), Port Alsworth, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of directional control for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information. - [NTSB WPR21LA251](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR21LA251), Jun 27, 2021: Stinson 108-3 (N6548M), Stevenson, WA, destroyed. Probable cause: A runway incursion, which resulted in a go-around, and subsequent forced landing when the airplane was not able to climb at a rate sufficient to clear approaching rising terrain. - [NTSB WPR21LA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR21LA064), Nov 3, 2020: Stinson 108-3 (N6855M), El Monte, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of directional control during the landing roll due to an undetermined failure of the tailwheel assembly. - [NTSB CEN20LA377](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN20LA377), Sep 1, 2020: Stinson 108-3 (N909C), Coleman, MI, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper installation of the generator drive gear, which resulted in a total loss of engine power. - [NTSB ANC20CA063](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC20CA063), Jul 2, 2020: Stinson 108 (N6252M), Nikolai, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's improper decision to depart from an unsuitable off-airport surface which resulted in a departure area excursion and impact with trees. - [NTSB CEN20CA204](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN20CA204), Jun 1, 2020: Stinson 108 (N6518M), Denver, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control while landing during variable wind conditions. - [NTSB ANC19TA055](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC19TA055), Sep 26, 2019: Stinson 108 (N6533M), Tyonek, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during a short field takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and loss of control. - [NTSB CEN19LA281](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN19LA281), Aug 21, 2019: Stinson 108 (N647C), Grand Rapids, MN, substantial damage. Probable cause: A loss of engine power after takeoff for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB WPR19LA207](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR19LA207), Jul 9, 2019: Stinson 108 (N6642M), Klamath Falls, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The mechanic’s failure to identify an engine performance issue, which led to a partial loss of engine power. Contributing to the accident was the pilot’s decision to operate the airplane with a known… - [NTSB WPR19LA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR19LA179), Jun 27, 2019: Stinson 108 (N6116M), Caldwell, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power during approach due to a failed piston. The reason for the piston failure could not be determined based on the available information. - [NTSB GAA19CA263](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA19CA263), May 12, 2019: Stinson 108 (N6392M), Soldotna, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's overapplication of the brakes during landing on a soft runway, which resulted in a nose-over. - [NTSB ERA18LA242](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA18LA242), Sep 2, 2018: Stinson 108 (N4059C), Indiana, PA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power as a result of debris contamination of the fuel, which resulted in fuel starvation. - [NTSB GAA18CA237](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA18CA237), Apr 27, 2018: Stinson 108 (N6933M), Eliza Island, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle of attack during takeoff, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall. - [NTSB CEN17LA057](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN17LA057), Dec 16, 2016: Stinson 108-3 (N812C), Ionia, MI, substantial damage. Probable cause: A failure of the aft support cable on the left main landing ski due to an inadequately formed nicopress sleeve, which allowed the ski to rotate into a vertical position shortly after liftoff, and its… - [NTSB GAA17CA033](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA033), Oct 19, 2016: Stinson 108 3 (N818C), Boulder City, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to ensure that the aerial pickup towline was not entangled around the horizontal stabilizer after the banner pickup. - [NTSB GAA17CA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA17CA015), Oct 6, 2016: Stinson 108 (N4210C), Rifle, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll, which resulted in a runway excursion. - [NTSB GAA16CA369](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA369), Jul 8, 2016: Stinson 108 (N955C), Red Lodge, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: A deer running across the runway and impacting the left side of the airplane, resulting in a loss of directional control, a runway excursion, and a ground loop. - [NTSB WPR16CA077](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR16CA077), Feb 25, 2016: Stinson 108 3 (N862C), Livermore, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. Contributing to the accident was maintenance personnel's failure to detect the worn tailwheel assembly during the… - [NTSB GAA15LA265](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA15LA265), Sep 20, 2015: Stinson 108 (N6066M), Palmer, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed and his exceedance of the airplane’s critical angle-of-attack during final approach to landing, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall and impact… - [NTSB WPR15LA223](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR15LA223), Jul 25, 2015: Stinson 108 - 3 (N6152M), North Las Vegas, NV, substantial damage. Probable cause: The partial loss of engine power due to a degraded cylinder exhaust valve seal, which resulted in low cylinder compression. - [NTSB ANC15CA013](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC15CA013), Mar 1, 2015: Stinson 108 (N4449P), Cordova, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's loss of directional control during landing, resulting in a collision with terrain. - [NTSB WPR13LA320](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR13LA320), Jul 10, 2013: Stinson 108-3 (N703C), Blackfoot, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: A partial loss of engine power during cruise flight for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination revealed no mechanical malfunctions or failures that would have precluded… - [NTSB CEN13LA305](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13LA305), May 23, 2013: Stinson 108-3 (N121CM), Beaumont, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The lack of a forward clamp on the carburetor heat box rubber boot, which allowed the boot to be ingested into the inlet of the carburetor heat box, restricting the airflow and leading to a… - [NTSB WPR12LA283](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA283), Jun 30, 2012: Stinson 108 (N773C), Stanley, ID, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s inadequate preflight planning and decision to takeoff at a density altitude outside of the airplane’s takeoff performance envelope, with a tailwind, and near the airplane’s maximum gross… - [NTSB WPR12CA129](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12CA129), Mar 12, 2012: Stinson 108-3 (N4143C), Santa Clarita, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's delayed decision to abandon the landing attempt, which resulted in the airplane colliding with rising terrain. Contributing to the accident was the pilot's decision to land with a… - [NTSB ERA12CA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA12CA064), Nov 5, 2011: Stinson 108-3 (N6263M), Whitefield, NH, substantial damage. Probable cause: The student pilot did not maintain directional control during the landing flare. - [NTSB WPR10CA391](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA391), Aug 8, 2010: Stinson 108-3 (N230SS), Bridgeport, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during the landing roll. - [NTSB WPR10CA179](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10CA179), Mar 25, 2010: Stinson 108-3 (N6063M), Lebanon, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to release his brake application after adding power to regain directional control during the landing roll. - [NTSB WPR10LA072](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR10LA072), Dec 4, 2009: Stinson 108-3 (N6649M), Clarksburg, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s improper touchdown point and excessive airspeed during landing, which resulted in a runway overrun. - [NTSB CEN09LA384](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN09LA384), Jun 24, 2009: Stinson 108-3 (N6939M), Llano, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inability to maintain aircraft control due to the failure of the left main landing gear wheel, which resulted in the separation of the wheel from the aircraft. - [NTSB DFW08LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DFW08LA144), May 15, 2008: Stinson 108-3 (N6805M), Roanoke, TX, substantial damage. Probable cause: The departing pilot's inadequate visual lookout resulting in his airplane colliding with the landing airplane. Contributing to the accident was the trees/visual obstructions along the runway's… - [NTSB SEA08CA118](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA08CA118), May 2, 2008: Stinson 108-3 (N1083), Libby, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind gusts and failure to maintain directional control during the landing rollout. - [NTSB ANC08CA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ANC08CA043), Mar 14, 2008: Stinson 108 (N6827M), Chugiak, AK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The reversal of the aileron control cables by maintenance personnel, and the pilot's inadequate preflight inspection. - [NTSB NYC07CA101](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC07CA101), Apr 20, 2007: Stinson 108-3 (N6513M), Pompton Plains, NJ, destroyed. Probable cause: A loss of engine power during the initial climb for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB FTW04LA171](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW04LA171), Jun 29, 2004: Stinson 108-3 (N6183M), Tulsa, OK, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power for undetermined reasons. - [NTSB NYC04LA060](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC04LA060), Jan 25, 2004: Stinson 108-3 (N6234M), Sanford, ME, destroyed. Probable cause: An engine fire for undetermined reasons during start-up. - [NTSB ATL04LA007](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL04LA007), Oct 5, 2003: Stinson 108-3 (N831C), Lake Placid, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain airspeed which resulted in an inadvertent stall. - [NTSB CHI03LA322](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI03LA322), Sep 27, 2003: Stinson 108-3 (N6624M), Lincoln, NE, substantial damage. Probable cause: The total loss of engine power due to the fatigue fracture of the engine accessory gear drive. A factor was the concrete marker. - [NTSB DEN03LA131](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN03LA131), Jul 6, 2003: Stinson 108-3 (N121N), Vernal, UT, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's improper recovery from a bounced landing, and his failure to maintain directional control during landing that resulted in an inadvertent ground loop/swerve. - [NTSB ATL03LA117](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL03LA117), Jul 3, 2003: Stinson 108-3 (N6088M), Hendersonville, TN, substantial damage. Probable cause: The total loss of engine power due to loss of oil pressure for undetermined reasons, resulting in a forced landing and nose over on none suitable terrain. - [NTSB LAX03CA219](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX03CA219), Jun 30, 2003: Stinson 108-3 (N6216M), St. Johns, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's inadequate compensation for the gusting and shifting wind conditions, which resulted in a failure to maintain directional control and a ground loop. The gusting and shifting wind… - [NTSB SEA02LA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/SEA02LA178), Sep 23, 2002: Stinson 108-3 (N9641), Anacortes, WA, substantial damage. Probable cause: Normal braking application was excessive during the landing roll resulting in the aircraft nosing over. - [NTSB IAD02LA064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD02LA064), Jun 30, 2002: Stinson 108-3 (N6678M), Mifflintown, PA, substantial damage. Probable cause: On-ground carburetor icing. All 318: https://openairdocs.org/model/stinson-108-3/ntsb.md ## FAA accident and incident reports (255, 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. - [Incident 20260611010419I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260611010419I), Jun 11, 2026: Stinson 108-3 (N637C), Folkston, GA, Minor damage. After landing on runway 9 at Davis Field (3J6) the pilot applied excessive braking and the aircraft tipped forward. The propeller struck the runway and the… - [Accident 20260512005529A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260512005529A), May 12, 2026: Stinson 108-3 (N588C), Quilcene, WA, Substantial damage. At approximately 10:35 aircraft was southbound at 4000 feet AGL. While cruising at 2600 RPM pilot experienced sudden engine vibration and consequent engine… - [Accident 20260206004369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260206004369A), Feb 6, 2026: Stinson 108-3 (N528C), Palmetto, FL, Substantial damage. Aircraft suffered fuel starvation during approcah at 48X, engine shutdown. Aircraft landed in farm field northeast of the airfield. Aircraft flipped and ended… - [Accident 20260111000179A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260111000179A), Jan 11, 2026: Stinson 108-3 (N6725M), Gypsum, CO, Destroyed. On 01/11/2026 at approximately 1416 (MDT), a Stinson 108-3 crashed at a Private Airstrip in the vicinity of Gypsum, CO. Pilot reported that the engine… - [Incident 20250620010849I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250620010849I), Jun 20, 2025: Stinson 108-3 (N4037C), Twin Falls, ID, No damage. Pilot landed this tailwheel aircraft on runway 26 at twf in winds reported from 310 degrees at approximately 20KTS and gusty. During the final seconds of his… - [Accident 20250505005299A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20250505005299A), May 5, 2025: Stinson 108-3 (N108RM), Port Of Del Bon, MT, Substantial damage. The pilot indicated that a gust of wind affected the aircraft during the landing touchdown where the right rudder control authority was lost and the aircraft… - [Incident 20241019016479I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20241019016479I), Oct 19, 2024: Stinson 108-3 (N6728M), Jacksonville, IL, No damage. Pilot was in cruise flight southwest of kijx when the engine lost all power. Pilot switched fuel tanks and applied carb heat with no effect. Pilot was commited… - [Accident 20240913017949A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240913017949A), Sep 13, 2024: Stinson 108-3 (N691E), Lime Village, AK, Substantial damage. Departure from unnamed lake climbing to approximately 150 feet above the ground, engine lost power. Pilot moved fuel selector lever from the right (primary)… - [Accident 20221203018239A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20221203018239A), Dec 3, 2022: Stinson 108-3 (N7659X), Regent, ND, Substantial damage. Pilot was operating airplane at low altitude with 2 passengers along scenic highway and struck power transmission lines at approximately 40 feet. Top of… - [Accident 20220723013039A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220723013039A), Jul 23, 2022: Stinson 108-3 (N6020M), Batesburg Leesv, SC, Substantial damage. FAA form 8020-9: [privacy data omitted] An S108 was flying VFR squawking 1200, not talking to ATC. The aircraft lost his engine and could not get it to… - [Accident 20220216002079A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220216002079A), Feb 16, 2022: Stinson 108-3 (N6493M), Pahokee, FL, Substantial damage. FAA inspectors statement ? Accident investigation NTSB # ERA22LA128 Atqa no.: ASO1922029 Registration: N6493M Sas activity id: SO19202208805 Make: 1948 Stinson… - [Accident 20210627013259A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210627013259A), Jun 27, 2021: Stinson 108-3 (N6548M), Stevenson, WA, Destroyed. On short final a van drove across the runway from left to right. Pilot attempted to go-around at approximately 30 feet. During climb aircraft was unable to… - [Incident 20210618022579I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20210618022579I), Jun 18, 2021: Stinson 108-3 (N6942M), Manassas, VA, Minor damage. On 6/18/2021 at 2010Z, N6942M experienced a propeller strike while landing on runway 16R. The aircraft taxied to the ramp. One person on board, no injuries.… - [Accident 20201103020659A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20201103020659A), Nov 3, 2020: Stinson 108-3 (N6855M), El Monte, CA, Substantial damage. After landing during rollout, the aircraft began an un commanded veer to the left. The instructor pilot took control from the student and attempted to correct… - [Accident 20200901009449A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200901009449A), Sep 1, 2020: Stinson 108-3 (N909C), Coleman, MI, Substantial damage. On September 1, 2020 at 11:45 eastern daylight time (EDT), a Stinson 108-3 aircraft, N909C, registered to [privacy data omitted] and operated by a private… - [Accident 20200701005359A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200701005359A), Jul 1, 2020: Stinson 108-3 (N6252M), Tin Creek, AK, Substantial damage. Aircraft failed to obtain takeoff speed and struck trees at end of bush strip. - [Accident 20200601010839A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200601010839A), Jun 1, 2020: Stinson 108-3 (N6518M), Watkins, CO, Substantial damage. On June 6, 2020 at approximately 1119 MST, N6518M, a Stinson model 108-3 aircraft was substantially damaged during an attempt to land at the Colorado Air And… - [Accident 20190925015729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190925015729A), Sep 25, 2019: Stinson 108-3 (N6533M), Tyonek, AK, Substantial damage. Pilot in command/owner stated that he is familiar with the landing and takeoff area with more than six trips in and out of the unimproved surface area over the… - [Accident 20190821013879A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190821013879A), Aug 21, 2019: Stinson 108-3 (N647C), Grand Rapids, MN, Substantial damage. N647C departed lily lake, amphibious runway located on kgpz, Grand Rapids Airport. Pic's intent was to fly 4 miles to the south and practice landings on lake… - [Accident 20190709004379A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190709004379A), Jul 9, 2019: Stinson 108-3 (N6642M), Klamath Falls, OR, Substantial damage. The aircraft departed lmt (Klamath Falls). PIC described a procedure he has been using to work around an issue with the carburetor, acceleration and full… - [Accident 20190627008129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190627008129A), Jun 27, 2019: Stinson 108-3 (N6116M), Caldwell, ID, Destroyed. On June 27th at approximately 0635 N6116M was destroyed while landing short of runway 30 at Caldwell Industrial Airport (keul) due to a loss of engine power.… - [Accident 20190512000559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20190512000559A), May 12, 2019: Stinson 108-3 (N6392M), Soldotna, AK, Substantial damage. On may 12, 2019, at 1523 local time, N6392M, a Stinson 108-3, was substantially damaged when it flipped over after hitting a soft spot in the runway during a… - [Accident 20180902021049A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180902021049A), Sep 2, 2018: Stinson 108-3 (N4059C), Indiana, PA, Substantial damage. N4059C sept 4 and 6, 2018 wdg I spoke with [privacy data omitted] the flight instructor that was on board the aircraft at the time of the accident. [privacy… - [Accident 20180427004189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180427004189A), Apr 27, 2018: Stinson 108-3 (N6933M), Eliza Island, WA, Substantial damage. Aircraft was on take off roll to the south with a cross wind from the south west. The pilot realized that the runway end was quickly approaching. He attempted… - [Accident 20161216022149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20161216022149A), Dec 16, 2016: Stinson 108-3 (N812C), Ionia, MI, Substantial damage. On December 16, 2016 at 1045 eastern standard time, a Stinson 108-3 aircraft, N812C, registered to and operated by a private pilot, received substantial damage… - [Accident 20161019020979A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20161019020979A), Oct 19, 2016: Stinson 108-3 (N818C), Boulder City, NV, Substantial damage. On 10/19/2016, at approximately 1145 hours, a single engine Stinson airplane impacted desert terrain during a forced landing near the Boulder City Airport in… - [Accident 20161006019919A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20161006019919A), Oct 6, 2016: Stinson 108-3 (N4210C), Rifle Garfield, CO, Substantial damage. The airman recently acquired the aircraft and was taking it for it's madien flight. The airman stated that he was too fast at touch down which resulted in a… - [Accident 20160708013809A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160708013809A), Jul 8, 2016: Stinson 108-3 (N955C), Red Lodge, MT, Substantial damage. On 7/8/16, at 1510 MST, a Stinson 108-3, N955C, registered to the pilot taxied to runway 16 at Red Lodge, MT (red) and performed the engine runup. During the… - [Accident 20160225003619A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20160225003619A), Feb 25, 2016: Stinson 108-3 (N862C), Livermore, CA, Substantial damage. Aircraft was landing at Livermore, CA. (Lvk) runway 25L, after touch down aircraft veered off runway, ground looped in tall grass between runways with left… - [Accident 20150920016479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150920016479A), Sep 20, 2015: Stinson 108-3 (N6066M), Palmer, AK, Substantial damage. N6066M, a Stinson S108 aircraft, was attempting to land at the "picnic table airstrip," which is located near the base of the knik glacier (approximately… - [Accident 20150725012709A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150725012709A), Jul 25, 2015: Stinson 108-3 (N6152M), North Las Vegas, NV, Substantial damage. 3000 Feet and 100 yards past the tower N6152M seemed to lose power. The pilot checked the oil pressure and temp and everything looked good, power came back but… - [Incident 20150501005889I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150501005889I), May 1, 2015: Stinson 108-3 (N6053M), Alameda, CA, Minor damage. 1 Hour into flight, aircraft cabin filled with smoke. PIC placed the aircraft master power switch in the off position. Smoke dissipated. With master power off,… - [Accident 20150301007029A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20150301007029A), Mar 1, 2015: Stinson 108-3 (N4449P), Cordova, AK, Substantial damage. Initial statement to NTSB investigator by pilot[privacy data omitted] was that Stinson 108-3 N4449P aircraft ground looped on landing off airport damaging left… - [Incident 20141114020239I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20141114020239I), Nov 14, 2014: Stinson 108-3 (N516C), Allentown, PA, Minor damage. Aircraft departed abe, landed and departed xll without incident, pilot decided to return to abe where aircraft is domiciled due to winds. Aircraft landed… - [Incident 20141029021229I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20141029021229I), Oct 29, 2014: Stinson 108-3 (N862C), Livermore, CA, Minor damage. On 10/23/2014 the aircraft owner was issued a ferry permit to travel from oakdale airport, California (O27) to Livermore airport, California (lvk) via direct… - [Accident 20130709011819A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130709011819A), Jul 9, 2013: Stinson 108-3 (N703C), Blackfoot, ID, Substantial damage. Non-certificated pilot reported at about 15 minutes after takeoff, at 1000 feet in altitude, a ?knocking sound? From the engine was observed, followed by the… - [Accident 20130523008509A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20130523008509A), May 23, 2013: Stinson 108-3 (N121CM), Beaumont, TX, Substantial damage. Aircraft took off on runway 13 for a cross country ferry flight at approximately 1200 noon on Thursday 05/23/2013. PIC stated once airborne the engine began… - [Accident 20120630013409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120630013409A), Jun 30, 2012: Stinson 108-3 (N773C), Stanley, ID, Substantial damage. On 30 June 2012 at approximately 1400 N773C, a stnson 108-3PILOTED by [privacy data omitted] and three passengers, departed from Bruce Meadows (U63) no runway… - [Accident 20120311003169A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20120311003169A), Mar 11, 2012: Stinson 108-3 (N4143C), Agua Dulce, CA, Destroyed. On 03/11/2012[privacy data omitted]. The pilot of N4143C a Stinson 108-3, decided to make an off airport landing on a dirt strip 2 miles northwest of Agua… - [Accident 20111105025479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20111105025479A), Nov 5, 2011: Stinson 108-3 (N6263M), Whitefield, NH, Substantial damage. Very low time student pilot was performing landings and takeoffs at the Mount Washington Regional Airport in Whitefield, NH, (hie), while landing on runway 28… - [Incident 20110813019999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110813019999I), Aug 13, 2011: Stinson 108-3 (N625C), Rockwall, TX, No damage. On climbout from F46, the engine lost power. Pilot was unable to restart engine and set the aircraft down in a plowed field adjacent to the airport. Pilot… - [Accident 20100808042109A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100808042109A), Aug 8, 2010: Stinson 108-3 (N230SS), Bridgeport, CA, Substantial damage. The pilot stated that he performed a wheel landing and after touchdown he applied slight nose forward pressure on the yoke to pin the mains. A second or two… - [Accident 20100324029989A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100324029989A), Mar 24, 2010: Stinson 108-3 (N6063M), Lebanon, OR, Substantial damage. The aircraft bounced several times on landing. The pilot lost control and the aircraft veered off the left side of the runway and flipped over. - [Accident 20091204022189A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20091204022189A), Dec 4, 2009: Univar 1083 (N6649M), Clarksburg, CA, Substantial damage. Aircraft N6649M was flown from hayward, CA to the Borges-clarkesburg airport on 12/4/09. The aircraft crashed on landing at Clarksburg. An eyewitness stated… - [Incident 20090717012119I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090717012119I), Jul 17, 2009: Univar 108-3 (N6018M), Plymouth, MA, Minor damage. (-23) At approximately 1520L on 07/17/2009 [privacy data omitted]was taking off from pym's runway 24 when he lost directional control of the aircraft. [privacy… - [Accident 20090624012339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20090624012339A), Jun 24, 2009: Univar 1083 (N6939M), Llano, TX, Substantial damage. (-23) On Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at approximately 11:10 am CST, the student pilot was conducting solo touch and goes at aqo lalano municipal airport, Llano,… - [Accident 20080515838369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080515838369A), May 15, 2008: Univar 1083 (N6805M), Roanoke, TX, Substantial damage. (-23) On 05/15/2008 at approximately 1402 central daylight time (CDT) a Piper PA-28-161, N8295X, owned by rtje bach enterprises LLC and operated by U.S.… - [Accident 20080502833899A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080502833899A), May 2, 2008: Univar 1083 (N1083), Libby, MT, Substantial damage. (-23) On March 02, 2008 at about 1515 mountain daylight time, a Stinson 108-3, N1083, [privacy data omitted] ground looped while landing on runway 33 at Libby… - [Accident 20080313012719A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080313012719A), Mar 13, 2008: Univar 1083 (N6827M), Birchwood, AK, Substantial damage. (-23) On March 18, 2008, following extensive maintenance, the aircraft departed for a check flight from Birchwood Airport. During departure takeoff from runway… - [Incident 20080209010689I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20080209010689I), Feb 9, 2008: Univar 1083 (N121N), Del Norte, CO, Minor damage. (-23) On February 9, 2008, at 09:00 MST, a Stinson 108-3, N121N, registered to [privacy data omitted], landed on runway 26 at the Del Norte municipal & county… All 255: https://openairdocs.org/model/stinson-108-3/incidents.md ## Service difficulty reports (15) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2026F00225](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026F00225), Oct 9, 2026: LINE. DISCONNECTED. DURING OPS CHK OF PAX OXYGEN CONTAINER OPENING FOUND OXYGEN LINE ABOVE MID LAVATORY (UNDER CEILING PANEL 251QC) NOT CONNECTED TO THE MAIN SUPPLY SYSTEM AND OXYG - [SDR 2004FA0000706](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000706), Aug 30, 2004: SPRING. SLIPPED. EXCESSIVE WEAR BETWEEN STARTER ADAPTER SPRING AND DRUM. STARTER DOES NOT ALLOW STARTER ADAPTER TO RELEASE AFTER ENGINE START. - [SDR 2004FA0000705](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2004FA0000705), Aug 30, 2004: CYLINDER. DEBONDED. NICKEL COATING OF INSIDE CYLINDER BARREL PEELING OFF. - [SDR M0539](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/M0539), Aug 27, 2004: BULKHEAD. CRACKED. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, FOUND AFT TAILBOOM BULKHEAD PN 206030446001 CRACKED AT LT BOLT HOLE FOR TAIL ROTOR GEARBOX MOUNT. - [SDR 08010304](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/08010304), Aug 13, 2003: BEARING. LOOSE. LDC873FT AILERON WAS REMOVED FOR OTHER MAINTENANCE. WITH THE AILERON REMOVED IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE BEARING MOUNTED IN THE ROLL TRIM MOTOR ASSY. (P/N-12546- - [SDR 2002FA0000847](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0000847), Jul 15, 2002: ENGINE. SHUTDOWN. ENGINE SHUT DOWN ON CLIMB OUT AT APPROX. 80 FEET, ALTITUDE. VISUAL EXAMINATION REVEALED NO OBVIOUS REASON FOR THE FAILURE. FUEL VENTING AND QUANTITY WERE COMPRO - [SDR CA020510022](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA020510022), May 8, 2002: THRUST LINK. CORRODED. (CAN) THE PROPELLER WAS OVERHAULED ON JULY 18, 1996, WAS REMOVED FOR AD 97-18-02 WITH 42.4 HRS. TSO. ON JUNE 29, 1999 THE AD WAS COMPLETED AND THE PROPELLER INS - [SDR 2001FA0000457](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000457), Oct 16, 2001: CRANKSHAFT. BROKEN. CRANKSHAFT BROKEN IN FLIGHT, LANDED WITHOUT INCIDENT. CRANKSHAFT BROKEN ON THE FORWARD SIDE OF JOURNAL NR 1 CYLINDER. - [SDR AU990921](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU990921), Aug 1, 1999: PISTON. OUT OF LIMITS. (AUS) PISTON TO CYLINDER CLEARANCE OUT OF LIMITS. SUBMITTER SUSPECTED PISTON WAS A MADE TO ORDER ITEM. - [SDR 96ZZZX5598](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX5598), Oct 1, 1996: SPAR. CORRODED. INSPECTION OF LT WING AFTER INCIDENCE OF STORM DAMAGE TO TIP BOW, FOUND HEAVY CORROSION TO BOTH SPARS. RT WING WAS THEN INSPECTED AND SPAR CORROSION WAS ALSO FO - [SDR 96ZZZX5597](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX5597), Oct 1, 1996: SPAR. CORRODED. INSPECTION OF LT WING AFTER INCIDENCE OF STORM DAMAGE TO TIP BOW, FOUND HEAVY CORROSION TO BOTH SPARS. RT WING WAS THEN INSPECTED AND SPAR CORROSION WAS ALSO FO - [SDR CA960527103](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA960527103), May 18, 1996: SKIN. CRACKED. (CAN) CRACKS 1/4 INCH LONG RADIATING FROM 3 HOLES FOR THE ATTACHMENT OF THE STEEL BALANCE WEIGHT ON THE OUTBOARD LEADING EDGE OF RIGHT HAND AILERON. - [SDR CA960527102](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/CA960527102), May 17, 1996: SKIN. CRACKED. (CAN) CRACK 3/8 INCH LONG RADIATING FROM 3 HOLES FOR THE ATTACHMENT OF THE STEEL BALANCE WEIGHT ON THE OUTBOARD LEADING EDGE OF RIGHT HAND AILERON. - [SDR 96ZZZX45](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX45), Dec 7, 1995: CRANKSHAFT. BROKE. CRANKSHAFT BROKE AT KEYWAY WHERE STARTER GEAR MOUNTS ON SHAFT. - [SDR 95ZZZX3209](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX3209), May 15, 1995: SUPPORT PLATE. CRACKED. CIRCUMFERENTIAL CRACKS AROUND ATTACH BOLT HOLES ON ALL BUT ONE HOLE - PLATE ABOUT TO LEAVE, APPEARED SPINNER HAD NOT BEEN REMOVED IN SOME TIME. SUSPECT CAUSED B ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (201, 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 SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC - [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 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 SA800EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA800EA): Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA00079NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00079NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K008 on single and multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Teledyne Continental reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA02511SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02511SE): Installation of replacement fuel quantity indicator sending unit(s). CiES Inc - [STC SA01365AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01365AT): Installation of a Lycoming O-360 150HP or 160HP engine and engine mount. Airmotive Components LLC - [STC SA01005DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01005DE): Installation of a EarthX ETX900-TSO Lithium battery. EarthX Inc - [STC SA343WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA343WE): Installation of 8:50 x 6 aircraft tires and 8:50 x 6 tubes. River View Heights LLC - [STC SA963NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA963NW): Installation of a Lycoming O-360-A1A engine, Sensenich 76EM8-056 propeller, cross-over exhaust system, and modified carburetor inlet. River View Heights LLC - [STC SA964NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA964NW): Installation of a Lycoming O-360-A1A engine, Hartzell HC-C2YK-1BF/F7666A propeller, cross-over exhaust system, and modified carburetor inlet. River View Heights LLC - [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC - [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA04046CH PAGE 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 SA7965SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7965SW): Application of fabric and polyurethane finishing system. Shady Aviation LLC - [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics - [STC SA01757WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01757WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA03898NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03898NY): Installation and maintenance of ORATEX covering and coating material. Aircraft Design & Certification Ltd - [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 SA4503NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4503NM): Remove original cloth covering and install Ceconite covering. Ceconite Division of Poly-Fiber Inc - [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01899WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01899WI): Installation of Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02087AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02087AK): Installation of the Crosswinds S.T.O.L. kit. Alton Ogard - [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio. Peregrine - [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 SA3-366](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-366): Installation of Wipaire Skis Model 3000 (Aircraft Skis) (FluiDyne) (Fli-Lite) main and Model 1000 tail skis. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA3-423](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3-423): Installation of CT-3000 tail ski on airplanes equipped with Scott 3200 or 3400 tail wheels. F.Atlee Dodge Aircraft Services - [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc - [STC SA637NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA637NW): Installation of oil filter kit. Franklin Aircraft Engines Inc - [STC SA906NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA906NW): Installation of additional Harrison oil cooler and associated systems. Franklin Aircraft Engines Inc - [STC SA04776NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings Inc - [STC SA02444AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02444AK): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed. ADS-B Technologies LLC - [STC SA01015SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01015SE): Installation of eligible Alaska Bushwheel, Inc. wheels and TSO-C62d tires. ABI LLC - [STC SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02553AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02553AK): Fabrication and installation of a Tail Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampener. Keller Engineering Group LLC - [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 SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA01831WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01831WI): To allow the use of UL91 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Petersen Aviation Inc - [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA2128CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2128CE): Operation of airplane on unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index and leaded automotive gasoline, 88 minimum antiknock index (RON+MON)/2. Intermixing with aviation gasoline also approved. Petersen Aviation 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 All 201: https://openairdocs.org/model/stinson-108-3/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Universal Stinson 108-3](https://openairdocs.org/model/universal-stinson-108-3): 49 registered aircraft, registry code 9230418 - [Stinson/Winter James 108-3](https://openairdocs.org/model/stinson-winter-james-108-3): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 9230410 --- 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.