N9488D
1959 Piper PA-18 Super Cub
N9488D on the FAA register
Timeline
- 2030-12-31Registration expires (renewal due).
- 2023-12-21Certificate of registration issued as N9488D.
- 2012-06-17Accident at Skwentna, AK; damage: substantial.
- 2006-07-07Accident at Skwentna, AK; damage: substantial.
- 1975-09-29Accident at Fairfield,Mt, 26; damage: substantial.
- 1959-04-28Airworthiness date on the current FAA record (multiple category).
About N9488D
N9488D is a 1959 Piper PA-18 Super Cub (FAA model PA-18A 150), serial number 18-6740. The FAA register lists Clear Prop Aviation LLC as the registrant in Sioux City, Iowa. The current certificate of registration was issued on December 21, 2023 and expires on December 31, 2030.
The FAA aircraft reference file describes the type as a single-engine piston, one Lycoming O-320 series engine and 1 seats. Published figures for the type give a cruise speed of about 97 knots and a range of about 450 nm; actual performance depends on configuration, load and conditions. Its airworthiness certificate is multiple category, dated April 28, 1959.
N9488D has 3 accident/incident records on file (most serious damage: substantial); details are below.
Published figures for the Piper PA-18 Super Cub type. They describe the model, not this airframe's equipment or condition.
Accident & incident history
Sources: NTSB aviation accident database and CAROL case system, FAA preliminary accident & incident notices. Search accident records
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