# Taylorcraft BC

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 8850302
- Manufacturer (registry): TAYLORCRAFT
- Model: BC
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 2
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 78 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS A-696](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-696) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Taylorcraft 2000 LLC
- Registered aircraft: 17
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/taylorcraft-bc

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 2008-09-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-09-18): Wing strut attach fittings · Taylorcraft A, BF, BF-60 and 34 more. Effective Jun 6, 2008
- [AD 2008-04-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-04-09): Left and right wing front and aft lift struts · Taylorcraft 2000 19, BC, BC-65 and 35 more. Effective Mar 28, 2008
- [AD 87-03-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-03-08): Oil Pressure Gauge Hose · Taylorcraft 2000 19, BC, BC-65 and 8 more. Effective Mar 1, 1987
- [AD 51-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/51-09-03): Fuel Shutoff Valve Clip · Taylorcraft A, Army TG-6 Conversions, BF and 37 more
- [AD 50-41-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/50-41-01): Elevator Horn Bolt · Taylorcraft 2000 BC, BC-65, BC12-65 and 25 more
- [AD 47-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-16-03): Wing Strut Fittings · Taylorcraft 2000 BC, BC-65, BC12-65 and 25 more

Historical (superseded or no longer in force):

- [AD 2007-16-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-16-14) (historical): Left and right wing front and aft lift struts · Taylorcraft 2000 BC, BC-65, BC12-65 and 11 more. Effective Aug 20, 2007

## Information bulletins (advisory) (1)

- [SAIB CE-11-05](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-05): Main Landing Gear. Issued Dec 3, 2010

## Registered aircraft (17)

- [N21226](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N21226): [Mcfarlane Donald](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MCFARLANE%20DONALD), [Turlock, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Turlock), built 1938, S/N 1016
- [N21232](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N21232): [Withrow Thomas E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WITHROW%20THOMAS%20E), [Lewisburg, WV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WV/Lewisburg), built 1938, S/N 1021
- [N21261](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N21261): [Whitaker David E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WHITAKER%20DAVID%20E), [Canton, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Canton), built 1938, S/N 1054
- [N22216](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22216): [Seal Jerry W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SEAL%20JERRY%20W), [Westlake, LA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/LA/Westlake), S/N 1154
- [N22228](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22228): [Brown Edward A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BROWN%20EDWARD%20A), [Halifax, MA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MA/Halifax), S/N 1174
- [N22256](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N22256): [Port Townsend Aero Museum](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PORT%20TOWNSEND%20AERO%20MUSEUM), [Port Townsend, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Port%20Townsend), built 1939, S/N 1204
- [N23663](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N23663): [Proud Shane](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PROUD%20SHANE), [West Chester, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/West%20Chester), built 1939, S/N 1394
- [N23878](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N23878): [Beach Jacob A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BEACH%20JACOB%20A), [Ladson, SC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/SC/Ladson), built 1939, S/N 1514
- [N24098](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N24098): [Nichols Dennis C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NICHOLS%20DENNIS%20C), [Kelso, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Kelso), built 1939, S/N 1633
- [N26644](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N26644): [Thrasher John N III](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/THRASHER%20JOHN%20N%20III), [Cumberland, MD](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MD/Cumberland), built 1944, S/N 1986
- [N29750](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N29750): [Edwards Douglas D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EDWARDS%20DOUGLAS%20D), [Alliance, NE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NE/Alliance), built 1941, S/N 2597
- [N36278](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N36278): [Wolcott Kent E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WOLCOTT%20KENT%20E), [Colorado Springs, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Colorado%20Springs), built 1944, S/N 6350
- [N36279](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N36279): [Wolcott Kent E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WOLCOTT%20KENT%20E), [Colorado Springs, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Colorado%20Springs), built 1944, S/N 6374
- [N5077M](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5077M): [Tidd Jessica M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/TIDD%20JESSICA%20M), [Reading, MI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MI/Reading), built 1946, S/N 10377
- [N95855](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N95855): [Dunlap Gary P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DUNLAP%20GARY%20P), [Seattle, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Seattle), built 1946, S/N 8155
- [N96408](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N96408): [May Jay S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MAY%20JAY%20S), [Granbury, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Granbury), built 1946, S/N 8708
- [N96463](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N96463): [Chmiel Dorothy J](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CHMIEL%20DOROTHY%20J), [Rhinelander, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Rhinelander), built 1946, S/N 8763

## STCs approved for it (72, first 50)

- [STC SA00068SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00068SE): Installation of fuel flow/pressure instruments. (W/TSIO-360-MB1). Electronics International Inc.
- [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 SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector.. Alcor LLC
- [STC SA00139LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00139LA): Installation of a replacement S & S Propeller model W7448A1-2.. S & S Propellers 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 SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric.. Aviation Products Systems Inc.
- [STC SA00680SE (4 OF 6](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE%20(4%20OF%206): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer.. Electronics International
- [STC SA01015SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01015SE): Installation of eligible Alaska Bushwheel, Inc. wheels and TSO-C62d tires. ABI LLC
- [STC SA01026SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01026SE): Improved fuel gascolator assembly.. Steve's Aircraft
- [STC SA01227SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01227SE): Farication of Vortex Generator Kit.. Micro AeroDynamics Inc
- [STC SA01765SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01765SE): Installation of Alaskan Bushwheel TSO-C26d wheels, Part Number (P/N) ABI-1010. ABI, LLC
- [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of  existing instrument panel lights dimmer control.. TCW Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA01944CH (2 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01944CH%20(2%20OF%202)): Modify airplane to fly on unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index, per ASTM Specification D-439 or D-4818 of any volatility class, A through E, or 82UL AVGAS per ASTM D-6227.. Experimental Aircraft Association Inc.
- [STC SA01967WI (3 OF3)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI%20(3%20OF3)): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc.
- [STC SA01988SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01988SE): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) MVP-50P.. Electronics International Inc.
- [STC SA02033AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02033AT): Modification to install an air-oil separator to prevent oil from being aspirated from the engine breather line.. M-20 Oil Separators LLC
- [STC SA02110CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02110CH): Installation of a Time Trac Data Recorder. P2 Incorporated
- [STC SA02168AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02168AK): Installation of hourmeter airspeed switch. For unpressurized aircraft only. Pressurized aircraft must have pressurization system deactivated.. Avalaska 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 SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA02283SE PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02283SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In Flight Data) CGR-30P. Electronics International Inc.
- [STC SA02295SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02295SE): Installation of an alternate method of fastening aluminum wing ribs to wood spars. Rainbow Flying Service LLC
- [STC SA02300AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02300AK): Installation of FAA approved sealed lift struts in accordance with Airframes, Inc., Master Drawing List No. 315, Revision B, dated October 2, 2007, or later FAA approved revision and Airframes, Inc. Installation Instructions, AFI-II-TCSTRUT, Revision A, dated October 8, 2007, or later FAA approved revision.. Northern Airframes LLC
- [STC SA02402SE PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02402SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics International Inc. Glass Panel Engine Monitor (with In-Flight Data) CGR-30C. Electronics International Inc.
- [STC SA02428AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428AK): Installation of a hydraulically actuated ski drag assembly. Northern Airframes LLC
- [STC SA02520AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02520AT): Installation of M-20 Oil Separator, model 600-WP.. M-20 Oil Separators LLC
- [STC SA02553AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02553AK): Fabrication and installation of a Tail Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampener. Keller Engineering Group LLC
- [STC SA02825NY PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02825NY%20PAGE%202): Installation of Aerospace Logic Aircraft Instruments. Aerospace Logic Inc.
- [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SA04776NY (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY%20(1%20OF%202)): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings 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 SA1-210](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1-210): Conversion of Taylorcraft Model BC or Model BC12D to the equivalent of aircraft models BC12D85 and BC12D-4-85 or Model 19.. Certified Aeronautical Products
- [STC SA1-217](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1-217): Replacing original lacing for securing fabric to wings with screws and washers.. Capital Air Service, Inc
- [STC SA1008WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1008WE): Installation of Poly-Fiber covering material.. Poly-Fiber Inc.
- [STC SA1350WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1350WE): Replace existing fabric on wings, fuselage, empennage and/or control surfaces with fiberglass cloth.. Ceconite, Inc
- [STC SA1351WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1351WE): Replace existing fabric on wings, fuselage, empennage, and/or control surfaces, with Ceconite101 material. (262A Series -12). Ceconite Inc
- [STC SA1398GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1398GL): Surrendered and incorporated into STC SA241CH.. Cooper Aviation Supply Company, Inc.
- [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 SA2-867](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2-867): Installation of fiberglass covering.. Razorback Fabrics Inc
- [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 PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2350NM%20PAGE%202): Installation of Electronics International Inc digital carburetor/outside air temperature gauges. Electronics International
- [STC SA241CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA241CH): Install Ceconite 101 fabric.. Aviation Products Systems Inc.
- [STC SA24CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA24CH): Installation of Baumann Model 1420 floats.. Baumann Floats LLC
- [STC SA2891SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2891SW): Installation of stick type control system.. Swick Aircraft
- [STC SA308EA (1 OF 2)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA308EA%20(1%20OF%202)): Installation of carburetor ice detection system 105AP in single and twin engine aircraft and single engine helicopters powered by Continental, Franklin, and Lycoming type engines equipped with Marvel-Schebler MA-2, MA-3, MA-4, MA-4-5, MA-6 and HA-6 series carburetors. (Normal,Utility and Acrobatic Category airplanes and helicopters equipped with engines and carburetors as described.). Alfred R Puccinelli
- [STC SA3629NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3629NM): Application of polyurethane finishing system.. Talkeetna Aero Svcs, Inc
- [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 SA4-1200](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-1200): Delco-Remy generator 1101879 and regulator 1118384.. Universal Aircraft Ind
- [STC SA4-1210](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-1210): Installation of Eonnex cover on aircraft surfaces.. Ceconite, Inc

All 72: https://openairdocs.org/model/taylorcraft-bc/stcs.md

## NTSB investigations (4)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB IAD04LA020](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD04LA020), May 8, 2004: Taylorcraft BC (N26644), Cumberland, MD, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain adequate airspeed, which resulted in an inadvertent stall into transmission lines.
- [NTSB DEN88LA178](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN88LA178), Aug 6, 1988: Taylorcraft BC12-D (N95855), Clinton, MT, substantial damage
- [NTSB IAD71FIG17](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD71FIG17-158451), Oct 17, 1970: Taylorcraft BC-65 (N26644), Fort Ashby, WV, destroyed
- [NTSB UNK65X0409](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/UNK65X0409), Oct 24, 1964: Taylorcraft BC (N22654), Spantanburg, SC, substantial damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (5)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Incident 20110911029499I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20110911029499I), Sep 11, 2011: Taylorcraft BC (N22256), Bellingham, WA, Substantial damage. The pilot lost control on landing. The right gear collapsed. The weather was not a factor.
- [Accident 20040508020929A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040508020929A), May 8, 2004: Tcraft BC (N26644), Cumberland, MD, Substantial damage. (-23) Pilot stated that on climb out the wind "pushed the plane down until it hit the power wires." The aircraft struck the high tension power lines…
- [Incident 19940923036729I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19940923036729I), Sep 23, 1994: Tcraft BC (N96463), Lexington, KY. Lost power near destination. Advised ATC landing off airport. Fuel tank was empty. Refueled flown to airport.
- [Accident 19880806031079A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880806031079A), Aug 6, 1988: Tcraft BC12D (N95855), Clinton, MT, Substantial damage. Lost control on climbout stalled and crashed off end of runway. Pilot blamed a whirlwind caused loss of control.
- [Incident 19780802047989I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780802047989I), Aug 2, 1978: Tcraft BC65 (N21269), Salisbury Cove, ME, Minor damage. After descent engine began to run rough. Carb heat applied and engine quit. Auto premium gas being used.

## The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

- [Corb-Air B.C.](https://openairdocs.org/model/corb-air-b-c): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 056018Q

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