# World WA-3

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 06001AM
- Manufacturer (registry): WORLD AIRCRAFT CO
- Model: WA-3
- Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine
- Category: Airplane
- Engines: 1 · 4 cycle
- Seats: 2
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Certification: Light sport
- Registered aircraft: 0
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/world-wa-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.

None matched.

## Registered aircraft

None registered with this model now.

## NTSB investigations (1)

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 CEN23LA087](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN23LA087), Jan 20, 2023: World WA-3 (N71SN), Shreveport, LA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The loss of engine power due to carburetor icing.

## FAA accident and incident reports (1)

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 20230120001409A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230120001409A), Jan 20, 2023: World Aircraft Co WA-3 (N71SN), Shreveport, LA, Substantial damage. An experimental light sport (elsa), model WA-3, departed the Shreveport, LA Downtown (kdtn) airport to conduct pattern work. After a normal engine run-up and…

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