Aircraft Description
Model Year
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Manufacturer
Avions Mudry Cie
Model
CAP 231
Type Aircraft
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Airworthiness Date
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Classification
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Type Registration
Unknown
Status
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Cert Issue Date
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Registered Owner
Name
Airblair Aerobatics Llc
Address
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City
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State / Zip Code
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Country
United States
Powerplant & Avionics
Engine Type
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Number of Engines
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Mode S Code (Oct)
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Mode S Code (Hex)
a20e44
NTSB Accident History (2)
| Date | NTSB # | Damage | Highest Injury | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2017 | ERA17LA194 | Substantial | None | The partial separation of one counterweight and the subsequent seizure of the engine due to mechanical interference. Contributing to the partial separation of the counterweight was the overstress fracture of a retaining ring and the fatigue fracture of the counterweight washer for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence. |
| May 20, 2000 | SEA00LA088 | Substantial | Minor | The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control subsequent to the aircraft's canopy opening in flight. Factors include the pilot's failure confirm that the aircraft's canopy was secured prior to takeoff and impaired vision. |
May 27, 2017ERA17LA194
Substantial
None
The partial separation of one counterweight and the subsequent seizure of the engine due to mechanical interference. Contributing to the partial separation of the counterweight was the overstress fracture of a retaining ring and the fatigue fracture of the counterweight washer for reasons that could not be determined based on the available evidence.
May 20, 2000SEA00LA088
Substantial
Minor
The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control subsequent to the aircraft's canopy opening in flight. Factors include the pilot's failure confirm that the aircraft's canopy was secured prior to takeoff and impaired vision.
Additional Details
Registration
N231X
Serial Number
12
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Unique ID
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Data Source
Data provided by the US Federal Aviation Administration. View on FAA.gov
Last updated: 2026-05-15 01:32:20 UTC