Aircraft Description
N12KD is a 1979 Bellanca 8KCAB, a single-engine reciprocating (piston) aircraft registered to Deeble Kenneth M in Dayton, MT. This aircraft holds a standard airworthiness certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration on November 28, 1979. The registration certificate was issued on October 18, 2018. The registration is set to expire on October 31, 2028. Powered by a Lycoming AEIO-360 SER engine producing 180 horsepower, N12KD is. The aircraft's Mode S transponder code is A0523E (hex), used for ADS-B identification and flight tracking. N12KD was last tracked by AviatorDB near Montgomery-gibbs Executive Airport (KMYF) on June 25, 2026. The FAA registry record for N12KD was last updated on June 16, 2023. AviatorDB monitors aircraft positions through ADS-B surveillance data and updates records as new position data is received.
The Bellanca 8GCBC Scout, a rugged utility aircraft designed for bush flying and agricultural operations, became a cornerstone of specialized aviation work following its introduction in 1974. This high-wing, single-engine aircraft featured tandem seating for two occupants and was powered by a 180-horsepower Lycoming O-360 engine. With its 36-foot wingspan and short takeoff and landing capabilities, the Scout excelled in remote operations requiring access to unprepared airstrips. Originally manufactured by Bellanca Aircraft Corporation in Osceola, Wisconsin, production has continued through multiple ownership changes, with over 500 aircraft built by 2008. AviatorDB tracks 2,989 Bellanca aircraft currently registered in the FAA database. The ICAO type designator for this aircraft model is BL8.
AviatorDB has found no NTSB accident or incident reports involving N12KD. AviatorDB cross-references all FAA registration data with NTSB accident and incident reports, providing a comprehensive safety overview for every registered aircraft in the United States.
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NTSB Accident History (1)
| Date | NTSB # | Damage | Highest Injury | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 30, 1990 | MKC90LA077 | Substantial | None | FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE AIRCRAFT DURING THE LANDING. THE FAILED (FLAT) RIGHT MAIN TIRE WAS A RELATED FACTOR. |
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Last updated: 2026-07-01 01:32:20 UTC