# Windecker A/C7

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 9720209
- Manufacturer (registry): WINDECKER
- Model: A/C7
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · Reciprocating
- Seats: 4
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 112 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS A7SW](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A7SW) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Windecker Aircraft Inc.
- Registered aircraft: 2
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/windecker-a-c7

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 (2)

- [N4198G](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N4198G): [Windecker Aircraft Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WINDECKER%20AIRCRAFT%20INC), [Mooresville, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Mooresville), built 1970, S/N 007
- [N804WR](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N804WR): [Windecker Aircraft Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WINDECKER%20AIRCRAFT%20INC), [Mooresville, NC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NC/Mooresville), built 1970, S/N 003

## STCs approved for it (9)

- [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 SA02930NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02930NY): Installation of Insight Instrument Corporation Graphic Engine Monitor (GEM 610C) models G3, G2, and G1 and 1200C model G4 as primary Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT), Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT), and Turbine Inlet Temperature (TIT) Instruments. Insight Instrument Corporation
- [STC SA03286CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03286CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corporation
- [STC SA04032CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04032CH): Install rocker switch assemblies. Electroair Acquisition Corporation
- [STC SA4088SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4088SW): Installation of Brittain Model B-5 Flight Control System. Brittain Industries, Inc
- [STC SA4089SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4089SW): Installation of Brittain BI-822 horizontal situation indicator adapter.. Brittain Industries, Inc
- [STC SA4553SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4553SW): Installation of Brittain Model NAV Flite IV Model BI-825 system or B5C Model BI826 system. Brittain Industries, Inc
- [STC SA593CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA593CH): Install Champion SlickSTART magneto booster system.. Champion Aerospace LLC
- [STC SA593CH (2 OF 5)](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA593CH%20(2%20OF%205)) (historical): Install Champion SlickSTART magneto booster system.. Champion Aerospace LLC

## NTSB investigations (3)

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 DEN84LA297](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN84LA297), Sep 21, 1984: Windecker Research Eagel AC7 (N4198G), Deming, NM, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW71DQG25](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW71DQG25), Aug 13, 1970: Windecker AC-7 (N804WR), Midland, TX, substantial damage
- [NTSB FTW69D0463](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW69D0463), Apr 19, 1969: Windecker AC-7 (N802W), Midland, TX, destroyed

## 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; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Accident 19840921050459A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840921050459A), Sep 21, 1984: Wndkr AC7 (N4198G), Deming, NM, Substantial damage. Settled back onto runway with gears up. Thunderstorm and blowing dust in vicinity of airport causing downdrafts.
- [Incident 19820317012499I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820317012499I), Mar 17, 1982: Wndkr AC7 (N4198G), Ruby, TX. Engine quit for lack of fuel. Landed in field. One guage read one quarter full with tank empty.

## Service difficulty reports (1)

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

- [SDR 2022FA0000308](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2022FA0000308), Jun 23, 2022: NONE. SEPARATED. UPON LANDING ON THE GRASS, THE FLIGHT CONTROL HANDLE ON THE STICK SEPARATED AND THE CONTROL STICK WENT FORWARD CAUSING THE AIRCRAFT TO FLIP NOSE OVER. THE RAY A

## The same model under other registry codes

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

- [Windecker AC-7](https://openairdocs.org/model/windecker-ac-7): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 05636M9

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