Aircraft Description
Model Year
1969
Manufacturer
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Model
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Type Aircraft
Fixed Wing Single Engine
ICAO Type Code
P28ACherokee (PA-28-140/150/160/180)
Airworthiness Date
Invalid Date
Classification
Standard Normal Category
Type Registration
Unknown
Status
16
Cert Issue Date
Invalid Date
Registered Owner
Name
BOWLING JAMES L
Address
3121 FALCON WAY
City
MIDLOTHIAN
State / Zip Code
Texas76065
Country
United States
Powerplant & Avionics
Engine Type
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Number of Engines
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Mode S Code (Oct)
50466664
Mode S Code (Hex)
A26DB4
NTSB Accident History (1)
| Date | NTSB # | Damage | Highest Injury | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 1996 | FTW96LA343 | Substantial | Minor | maintenance personnel's improper engine overhaul procedures resulting in the installation of the rocker arms in reversed positions, which led to improper lubrication and binding of the exhaust valves. A related factor was the lack of suitable terrain for the forced landing. |
Additional Details
Registration
N2559R
Serial Number
28-5648
Number of Engines
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Number of Seats
—
Expiration Date
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Last Action Date
—
Last Update Date
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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: 2026-05-01 01:32:20 UTC