Aircraft Description
N238DM is a 1972 Bellanca 8KCAB, a single-engine reciprocating (piston) aircraft registered to Copeland Gary L in Williamsburg, MI. This aircraft holds a standard airworthiness certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration on May 1, 1972. The registration certificate was issued on August 31, 2017. The registration is set to expire on August 31, 2027. Powered by a Lycoming IO-320 SERIES engine producing 150 horsepower, N238DM is. The aircraft's Mode S transponder code is A2268F (hex), used for ADS-B identification and flight tracking. N238DM was last tracked by AviatorDB at coordinates 44.9431, -85.4970 on May 27, 2026. The FAA registry record for N238DM was last updated on March 10, 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 N238DM. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2000 | MIA00LA136 | Substantial | Serious | the pilot misjudged the flare resulting in a hard landing short of the intended landing site, subsequently impacting the ground, and nosing over. |
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Data provided by the US Federal Aviation Administration. View on FAA.gov
Last updated: 2026-06-15 01:32:20 UTC