# Waco Classic YMF - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 9600413 - Manufacturer (registry): WACO CLASSIC AIRCRAFT CORP - Model: YMF - 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 ATC 542](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/ATC%20542) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: The Waco Aircraft Company - Registered aircraft: 6 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/waco-classic-ymf 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. ## 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 (6) - [N515TT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N515TT): [Standridge Color Corp](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STANDRIDGE%20COLOR%20CORP), [Social Circle, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Social%20Circle), built 1999, S/N F5C-086 - [N53WC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N53WC): [Weeks Kermit A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WEEKS%20KERMIT%20A), [Polk City, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Polk%20City), built 1997, S/N F5C-074 - [N801TS](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N801TS): [James C Scott](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JAMES%20C%20SCOTT), [Akron, OH](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/OH/Akron), built 2000, S/N F5C090 - [N901DP](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N901DP): [Skyline Aviation Services LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SKYLINE%20AVIATION%20SERVICES%20LLC), [Miramar, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Miramar), built 1999, S/N F5C087 - [N919TT](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N919TT): [K2 Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/K2%20AIR%20LLC), [Katy, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Katy), built 2006, S/N F5C111 - [N93JM](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N93JM): [Easy Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/EASY%20AIR%20LLC), [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington), built 1997, S/N F5C-075 ## NTSB investigations (2) 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 ATL07CA114](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ATL07CA114), Aug 14, 2007: Waco Classic YMF-5 (N801TS), Nantucket, MA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during takeoff roll, which resulted in an on ground collision with an airport sign. - [NTSB LAX06CA195](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX06CA195), May 30, 2006: Waco Classic YMF 5C (N515TT), Holbrook, AZ, substantial damage. Probable cause: the pilot's inadequate compensation for the crosswind condition and failure to maintain directional control of the airplane during landing, which resulted in a ground loop. ## FAA accident and incident reports (3) 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 20070814016009A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20070814016009A), Aug 14, 2007: Waco YMF (N801TS), Nantucket, MA, Substantial damage. (-23) During take-off roll, aircraft veered off the right side of runway 15 on Nantucket airport, Nantucket, MA at 1616 EDT, 8/14/07. Aircraft struck the 3000… - [Accident 20060530013559A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20060530013559A), May 30, 2006: Waco YMF (N515TT), Holbrook, AZ, Substantial damage. (-23) On may 30, 2006 at approximately 1630 MST, N515TT, a Waco Ymf biplane, with the pilot [privacy data omitted] performing as pilot-in-command, crashed… - [Incident 19970520014869I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970520014869I), May 20, 1997: Waco UBF (N53WC), Groton - New Lo, CT, Minor damage. Narrative: pilot, mitchell lampert, stated they were on a VFR flight from danbury to Groton and returned to danbury. Mr. Lampert stated that they were taxiing… ## Service difficulty reports (13) As reported by operators and repair stations, by the model named in the report. - [SDR 2012FA0000686](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2012FA0000686), Oct 10, 2012: NUT. LOOSE. MANY CYLINDER HOLD DOWN NUTS WERE LOOSE ON INSPECTION OF TORQUE OF THOSE NUTS. THIS HAS BEEN OCCURING ANNUALLY. MFG IS USING A NYLON TYPE SELF LOCKING NUTS TO H - [SDR 2010FA0000664](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2010FA0000664), Jun 30, 2010: FITTING. BROKEN. HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL STABILIZER FLYING WIRE TIE ROD BROKEN. - [SDR 2002FA0001353](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0001353), Nov 1, 2002: PULLEY. WORN. ELEVATOR PULLEYS 20 PERCENT WORN. - [SDR 2002FA0001352](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0001352), Sep 1, 2002: PULLEY. WORN. ELEVATOR PULLEYS WORN. - [SDR 2002FA0001351](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2002FA0001351), Jun 16, 2002: PULLEY. WORN. THE INCIDENT OCCURRED ON TAKEOFF ROLL, FORWARD PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO BRING THE TAIL UP, AT THAT POINT THE CONTROL CABLE BROKE. FURTHER INSPECTION SHOWED THAT - [SDR 2001FA0000163](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2001FA0000163), Aug 3, 2001: STUD. BROKEN. FOUND BROKEN CYLINDER BASE STUD ON NR 4 CYLINDER. AFTER REMOVING BROKEN STUD, FOUND TWO OTHERS BENT, SENT STUDS FOR EVALUATION TO SEE IF THEY MET DESIGN INTENT. - [SDR AU000718](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU000718), Sep 1, 2000: STIFFENER. BROKEN. (AUS) RUDDER LOWER STIFFENER RUSTED AND SEPARATED FROM LOWER RUDDER BOW. SUBMITTER SUSPECTED CAUSED BY TRAPPED WATER. (X) - [SDR 20000724SH020](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/20000724SH020), Jul 6, 2000: HINGE. BROKEN. FOUND ON ANNUAL INSPECTION, LOWER RUDDER HINGE BROKEN. CAUSE UNKNOWN. PART TT: 275.9 HOURS. (X) - [SDR AU990440](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU990440), May 7, 1999: EXHAUST VALVE. DAMAGED. (AUS) EXHAUST VALVES ON ALL CYLINDERS WERE BADLY DEFORMED ON THE VALVE STEM TIPS. INVESTIGATION FOUND ABNORMAL WEAR ON THE TIPS OF THE INLET VALVES. - [SDR AU980470](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/AU980470), Apr 25, 1998: BLADE. CRACKED. (AUS) PROPELLER HAD SPLITS DEVELOPING AFT OF THE METAL LEADING EDGE AND BETWEEN LAMINATION MIDWAY ALONG THE CENTER OF BLADE. FINE CRACKS WERE ALSO FOUND IN THE - [SDR 97ZZZX3786](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/97ZZZX3786), Jul 16, 1997: RETAIN NUT. FAILED. AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT IN WHICH PROPELLER SEPARATED FROM AIRCRAFT. SUSPECT CAUSE: RETAINING NUT FAILURE. SUBMITTER RECOMMENDATION: RETAINING NUT BE REPLACED AT SPECI - [SDR 95ZZZX4553](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX4553), Aug 29, 1995: STUD. FAILED. FOLLOWING OVERHAUL, ENGINE WAS PUT IN SERVICE. AT 593 HOURS, CHANGED OUT THE NR 5 CYLINDER AND FOUND NOTHING THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN ALARMING OR INDICATIVE OF WHAT - [SDR 95ZZZX2743](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/95ZZZX2743), May 22, 1995: JACKSCREW. JAMMED. HORIZONTAL STABILIZER TRIM JAMMED IN-FLIGHT. AFTER LANDING, TRIM WAS INSPECTED. TRIM JACKSCREW WAS JAMMED IN THE BALL (PN 9159). REASON FOR THIS COULD NOT BE DE ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (61, 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 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 SA12406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12406WI): Installation of a Garmin AXIS Flight Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA04046CH PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%202): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc - [STC 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 SA4503NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4503NM): Remove original cloth covering and install Ceconite covering. Ceconite Division of Poly-Fiber Inc - [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio. Peregrine - [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 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 SA01831WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01831WI): To allow the use of UL91 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Petersen Aviation Inc - [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 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 SA01835WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01835WI): Installation of Trig Avionics TY-96 or TY-97 VHF Communications Radio. Peregrine - [STC SA01406NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01406NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K017 on single and multi-engine fixed light aircraft and rotary wing. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA1000GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1000GL): Modify to a classic 'WACO F5' or 'WACO F5C' configuration. WACO Classic Aircraft Corporation - [STC SA2586NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2586NM): Installation of J.P. Instruments temperature monitoring systems. J P Instruments - [STC SA00382BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00382BO): Installation of Globalstar Antenna and Cradle provisions to support a Globalstar GPS-1700 in non-composite airplanes. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA02428SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02428SE): Installation of an Air Stream Switch for an electric time recording device on non-pressurized aircraft. Henry F Rogers/David E Polley - [STC SA00343BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00343BO): Installation of a single configuration or a dual configuration Avidyne Corporation Integrated Flight Display, Model IFD540 loaded with Release 10.0 software (or later FAA approved release). Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00352BO PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00352BO%20PAGE%202): Installation of an Avidyne Corporation Mode A/C/S Transponder with ADS-B Out capability, Model AXP340 loaded with Version 3.13 software (or later FAA approved version),. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA02119SE PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02119SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of Garmin GDL 88 ADS-B UAT Transceiver System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric. Aviation Products Systems Inc - [STC SA01229SE PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01229SE%20PAGE%202): Installation of GNS 480 (CNX80) GPS WAAS Navigator with integrated VHF Navigation and Communication radios. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02442AK PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02442AK%20PAGE%202): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 2000/2500 ADS-B system. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01933LA-D PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01933LA-D%20PAGE%202): Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02121SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02121SE): Installation of Garmin GTS 825 (TAS) or GTS 855 (TCAS I) Traffic System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02717NY PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02717NY%20PAGE%201): Installation of VoiceFlight Systems LLC VFS101 Speech Recognition Module. VoiceFlight Systems LLC - [STC SA02015SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02015SE-D): Installation of Garmin G500 Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multifunction Display (MFD) System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA00432SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00432SE): Installation of EGT 701 series fuel flow instrument. J P Instruments - [STC SA00861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00861SE): Installation of J.P. Instruments (JPI) fuel flow indicating system. J P Instruments - [STC SA02825NY PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02825NY%20PAGE%202): Installation of Aerospace Logic Aircraft Instruments. Aerospace Logic Inc - [STC SA01692SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01692SE): Installation of a Garmin GMX 200 Multi-Function Display. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA01487SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01487SE-D): Installation of a GDL 69 or GDL 69A XM Satellite Receiver. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA2693NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2693NM): Installation of Electronics International digital volt/amp gauges and accessories. 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 SA01695SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01695SE): Installation of an antenna. Garmin AT Inc - [STC SA01301WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01301WI): Installation of Jacobs R-755B2 or R-755B2M engine modified for fuel injection in accordance with STC SE01288WI, J.P. Instruments Fuel Flow meter in accordance with STC SA00432SE, and electric fuel boost pump. Data required: (1) Radial Engines Master Drawing List Report REL1003-13, Revision (IR), dated October 4, 2004, (2) Radial Engines Limited Instruction for Continued Airworthiness Report REL1003-12, Revision (IR), dated October 4, 2004, and (3) FAA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Supplement REL1003-5, Revision (IR), dated January 21, 2005 or later FAA Approved revisions to (1), (2), or (3). Radial Engines Ltd - [STC SA8075SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8075SW): Installation of fiberglass covering. (M-62 SERIES PT-19) (G-73 SCHWEIZER). Razorback Fabrics Inc - [STC SA09523AC-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09523AC-D): Installation of S-TEC System 20/30 Single and Two Axis Automatic Flight Guidance Systems, model ST-897-20/30. S-TEC Corporation - [STC SA2687NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2687NM): Installation of Truboplus/ Electronics Int'l gauges and switches. Aero Manufacturing 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 SA00001WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00001WI): Operation of airplane on unleaded automotive gasoline. Petersen Aviation Inc All 61: https://openairdocs.org/model/waco-classic-ymf/stcs.md ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Waco YMF](https://openairdocs.org/model/waco-ymf): 14 registered aircraft, registry code 9600411 --- 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.