Universal Stinson 108-3
49 Universal Stinson 108-3 aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1947–1950. Most are registered in AK, CA and IN.
- Registered today
- 49
- Years built
- 1947–1950
- Seats
- 4
- Engines
- 1 · Reciprocating
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply0 ADs match the Universal Stinson 108-3 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 Universal Stinson 108-3
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Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 4
- Destroyed
- 1
- Substantial damage
- 3
- Minor damage
- 0
- No damage
- 0
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Universal Stinson 108-3 airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. Too few registered Universal Stinson 108-3 aircraft for a meaningful yearly rate.
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 19951 report on Universal Stinson 108-3 airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- crankshaft1
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 1947 | 16 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 19 | |
| 1949 | 3 | |
| 1950 | 2 | |
| Unknown | 9 |
Buyer checklist
No ADs published since 1998 match the Universal Stinson 108-3 airframe; engine ADs depend on the engine installed. 4 NTSB events since 1982 involve Universal Stinson 108-3 airframes. Operators and repair stations filed 1 service difficulty report on Universal Stinson 108-3 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
- Cruising speed
- 94 mph
108-3 aircraft
Page 1 of 2| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N108NM | 1948 | Las Cruces, NM | Apr 11, 2005 |
| N3049 | 1948 | Kasilof, AK | Dec 8, 2017 |
| N328TT | — | Tarkio, MO | Jan 24, 2017 |
| N4001C | 1949 | Sikeston, MO | Feb 21, 2025 |
| N4005C | 1947 | Loveland, CO | Jan 18, 2025 |
| N4024C | 1948 | Diana, TX | Jul 11, 2022 |
| N4026C | 1948 | Palmdale, CA | May 30, 2002 |
| N4028C | 1948 | Agua Dulce, CA | Oct 8, 2014 |
| N4049C | 1949 | Wadsworth, OH | Nov 7, 2022 |
| N4069C | 1950 | Canton, MI | Nov 14, 2008 |
| N4073C | 1948 | Dixie, ID | Aug 31, 2006 |
| N4076C | 1948 | Bountiful, UT | Feb 10, 2005 |
| N4090C | 1950 | Palm Coast, FL | Sep 18, 2013 |
| N4098C | — | Smithfield, RI | Jul 10, 2024 |
| N4102C | — | Metter, GA | Jun 16, 2015 |
| N531C | 1947 | East Grand Forks, MN | Jun 29, 2020 |
| N562C | 1947 | Pueblo, CO | Aug 11, 2009 |
| N576C | — | Chandler, AZ | May 25, 2024 |
| N603C | 1947 | Kalispell, MT | Aug 12, 1999 |
| N6090M | 1947 | Potter Valley, CA | Nov 2, 2007 |
| N6102M | 1947 | Mechanicsville, VA | Oct 28, 2015 |
| N6167M | 1948 | Penngrove, CA | Mar 2, 1979 |
| N6219M | 1948 | Thermopolis, WY | Dec 12, 2020 |
| N6280M | 1948 | Salt Lake City, UT | Mar 9, 2000 |
| N6381M | 1948 | Queen Creek, AZ | Jan 8, 2008 |