Aircraft Description
N8707V is a 1975 Bellanca 8KCAB, a single-engine reciprocating (piston) aircraft registered to Beckerwilliam M Trustee in Foristell, MO. This aircraft holds a standard airworthiness certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration on June 18, 1975. The registration certificate was issued on April 29, 2026. The registration is set to expire on April 30, 2033. Powered by a Lycoming IO-320 SERIES engine producing 150 horsepower, N8707V is. The aircraft's Mode S transponder code is ABF9B7 (hex), used for ADS-B identification and flight tracking. N8707V was last tracked by AviatorDB at coordinates 38.8883, -91.8774 on June 3, 2026. The FAA registry record for N8707V was last updated on April 29, 2026. 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 N8707V. 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.
Registered Owner
Powerplant & Avionics
NTSB Accident History (1)
| Date | NTSB # | Damage | Highest Injury | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 27, 1999 | DEN00LA013 | Substantial | None | A failure of the left main landing gear attachment (u-bolt) due to fatigue. |
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Data Source
Data provided by the US Federal Aviation Administration. View on FAA.gov
Last updated: 2026-06-15 01:32:20 UTC