Engineering & Research 415-D — registry & accident history
Compiled from FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 21, 2026
There are 63 Engineering & Research 415-D airframes on record (built 1946–1948), 25 currently registered. 2 have one or more NTSB accident records (2 records total). Data as of Jul 21, 2026.
63
Airframes
25
Registered
1946–1948
Years
2
NTSB records
Recent Engineering & Research 415-D accidents
The pilot's failure to maintain directional control during takeoff in a high density altitude condition, which resulted in a runway excursion and impact with a tree.
The owner/pilot’s failure to follow engine manufacturer recommendations for engine oil changes and spark plug cleaning and rotating when operating the airplane with 100 low lead fuel, which resulted in carbon buildup in the engine and the total loss of engine power due to the No. 3 cylinder exhaust valve being stuck open.