Aircraft Description
N991TC is a 2017 Autogyro USA INC CALIDUS, a single-engine four-cycle piston aircraft registered to 991TC LLC in Manhattan, KS. This aircraft holds a experimental airworthiness certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration on February 2, 2018. The registration certificate was issued on July 5, 2018. The registration is set to expire on July 31, 2028. Powered by a Rotax 914UL engine producing 115 horsepower, N991TC is. The aircraft's Mode S transponder code is ADD806 (hex), used for ADS-B identification and flight tracking. The FAA registry record for N991TC was last updated on May 26, 2023. AviatorDB monitors aircraft positions through ADS-B surveillance data and updates records as new position data is received.
The SparrowHawk, a revolutionary two-seat gyroplane that transformed autogyro safety through its centerline-thrust design, was first introduced in 2003. This aluminum-framed aircraft with fiberglass cabin featured a four-stroke Subaru engine and could reach speeds of 120 knots with a range of 510 nautical miles. Measuring 2,200 pounds maximum takeoff weight, it seated two occupants in adjustable positions. The aircraft was manufactured by American Autogyro, a subsidiary of Groen Brothers Aviation. AviatorDB tracks 8 Autogyro USA INC aircraft currently registered in the FAA database. The ICAO type designator for this aircraft model is SPHA.
AviatorDB has found no NTSB accident or incident reports involving N991TC. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 4, 2017 | GAA17CA258 | Substantial | Minor | The pilot’s improper takeoff procedure, which resulted in a loss of directional control during the takeoff. |
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Last updated: 2026-05-01 01:32:20 UTC