American AA-1B
26 American AA-1B aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1972–1973. Most are registered in AZ, CA and TX.
- Registered today
- 26
- Years built
- 1972–1973
- Seats
- 2
- Engines
- 1 · Reciprocating
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply0 ADs match the American AA-1B airframe. Engine ADs depend on the engine installed and are listed on each aircraft page.
AI-extracted — verify against original. Applicability must be confirmed by a mechanic against the aircraft's records.
Watch new ADs for the American AA-1B
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Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 9
- Destroyed
- 2
- Substantial damage
- 7
- Minor damage
- 0
- No damage
- 0
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to American AA-1B airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. Too few registered American AA-1B aircraft for a meaningful yearly rate.
- Dec 1, 2024Substantial damage · none injuries · Brenham, TXN6242L
- Feb 24, 2021Substantial damage · none injuries · St Johns, AZN30JL
- Aug 1, 2017Substantial damage · serious injuries · Phoenix, AZN6216L
- Apr 6, 2008Substantial damage · none injuries · State College, PA
- Feb 10, 2005Destroyed · fatal injuries · Petaluma, CA
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 19950 reports on American AA-1B airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 1972 | 15 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 2 | |
| Unknown | 9 |
Buyer checklist
No ADs published since 1998 match the American AA-1B airframe; engine ADs depend on the engine installed. 9 NTSB events since 1982 involve American AA-1B airframes. Check each aircraft's own record before you buy.
- Read the logbooks for the airframe, engine and propeller, start to finish.
- Check AD compliance records against the ADs that may apply.
- Look for damage history and Form 337 major repairs and alterations.
- Have an independent A&P or IA do a pre-buy inspection.
- Run a title search and use escrow for the payment.
Type data
FAA aircraft reference file- Aircraft type
- Fixed wing single engine
- Category
- Land
- Certification
- Type Certificated
- Max takeoff weight
- Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruising speed
- 108 mph
AA-1B aircraft
Page 1 of 2| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N131 | 1972 | Lake Stevens, WA | Apr 6, 2023 |
| N222FR | 1972 | Henderson, NV | Sep 30, 2022 |
| N5722L | — | Sarasota, FL | Jun 13, 2024 |
| N5751L | 1972 | Fountain Hills, AZ | Apr 23, 2023 |
| N5752L | 1972 | Brackettville, TX | Jan 22, 2022 |
| N6112L | 1972 | Butler, MO | Feb 2, 2018 |
| N6203L | 1972 | Cottonwood, AZ | May 25, 2012 |
| N6205L | 1972 | Wilbraham, MA | Feb 10, 2014 |
| N6209L | — | Kannapolis, NC | Oct 28, 2025 |
| N6211L | 1972 | Spencer, MA | May 29, 2023 |
| N6242L | — | Pattison, TX | Jan 4, 2024 |
| N6263L | — | Queen Creek, AZ | Mar 16, 2021 |
| N6264L | 1972 | Thompson, ND | Jan 17, 2001 |
| N6323L | 1972 | Torrance, CA | Nov 15, 2003 |
| N6337L | 1972 | Shelby Township, MI | Jan 23, 2023 |
| N6354L | — | Ingleside, IL | Feb 9, 2001 |
| N657AS | — | San Antonio, TX | Jun 22, 2021 |
| N7356L | 1972 | Downey, CA | Oct 26, 1998 |
| N7358L | 1972 | Happy Camp, CA | Apr 2, 2018 |
| N847X | — | Galt, CA | Jan 28, 2025 |
| N9324L | 1972 | Bridgeport, MI | Apr 2, 2020 |
| N9432L | — | Philadelphia, PA | Oct 31, 2013 |
| N9509L | 1972 | Live Oak, FL | Jun 10, 2010 |
| N9901L | — | West Ossipee, NH | Jul 29, 2021 |
| N9904L | 1973 | Greer, SC | May 23, 1983 |