Grumman American AA-1C
102 Grumman American AA-1C aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1972–1978. Most are registered in CA, TX and FL.
- Registered today
- 102
- Years built
- 1972–1978
- Seats
- 2
- Engines
- 1 · Reciprocating
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply0 ADs match the Grumman American AA-1C 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 Grumman American AA-1C
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Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 33
- Destroyed
- 11
- Substantial damage
- 22
- Minor damage
- 0
- No damage
- 0
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Grumman American AA-1C airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. Too few registered Grumman American AA-1C aircraft for a meaningful yearly rate.
- May 2, 2022Substantial damage · serious injuries · Seneca, SCN15LM
- Nov 10, 2016Substantial damage · none injuries · Hemet, CAN9556U
- Sep 9, 2013Substantial damage · minor injuries · Hemet, CAN9923U
- Jun 27, 2012Substantial damage · minor injuries · West Chester, PAN9675U
- Sep 2, 2009Substantial damage · none injuries · Holland, MIN9649U
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 19954 reports on Grumman American AA-1C airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- engine1
- line1
- valve1
- wheel1
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 1972 | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 1 | |
| 1977 | 38 | |
| 1978 | 40 | |
| Unknown | 22 |
Buyer checklist
No ADs published since 1998 match the Grumman American AA-1C airframe; engine ADs depend on the engine installed. 33 NTSB events since 1982 involve Grumman American AA-1C airframes. Operators and repair stations filed 4 service difficulty reports on Grumman American AA-1C airframes since 1995. 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
AA-1C aircraft
Page 1 of 5| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N1047X | 1977 | Maple Grove, MN | Aug 13, 2026 |
| N119R | 1978 | Kent, OH | Feb 25, 2024 |
| N11CY | — | Amelia, OH | May 30, 2024 |
| N121MP | — | Ripon, CA | Jun 19, 2025 |
| N137JB | 1978 | Hesperia, CA | Mar 27, 2018 |
| N137Y | 1978 | Stevensville, MT | Aug 20, 2025 |
| N1551R | 1976 | Plumas Lake, CA | — |
| N15LM | 1977 | Alto, GA | May 13, 2003 |
| N177CT | — | Gainesville, FL | Jun 17, 2025 |
| N213GD | 1978 | Plantation, FL | Sep 12, 2007 |
| N30NA | — | Purmela, TX | Jul 9, 2013 |
| N39006 | — | Wilmington, DE | Sep 10, 2014 |
| N39007 | 1978 | Walnut Creek, CA | Mar 12, 2025 |
| N39010 | — | Durham, NC | Aug 7, 2013 |
| N39014 | 1978 | Port Orange, FL | Mar 19, 1997 |
| N39016 | 1978 | Philadelphia, PA | Nov 29, 2016 |
| N39020 | 1978 | Camp Connell, CA | Jul 12, 2005 |
| N39021 | — | Independence, OR | Sep 23, 2026 |
| N39022 | 1978 | Atlantic Highlands, NJ | May 7, 2009 |
| N39030 | 1978 | Bend, OR | Sep 13, 2025 |
| N39038 | 1978 | Saint Charles, MO | Mar 24, 2014 |
| N39043 | 1978 | Gig Harbor, WA | Nov 2, 1984 |
| N39046 | 1978 | Jackson, CA | Aug 20, 2013 |
| N39051 | 1978 | Wilmington, DE | Feb 18, 2010 |
| N39058 | 1978 | Costa Mesa, CA | Nov 12, 1991 |