N853WD — 2013 Day William L MINICOUPE
DeregisteredChecked against FAA & NTSB records · as of Jul 16, 2026
N853WD appears in 2 NTSB accident records (most recent 2015, no injuries). Registration and accident data compiled from public FAA and NTSB records as of Jul 16, 2026.
Aircraft record
- Serial number
- WD00001
- Manufacturer
- Day William L
- Model
- MINICOUPE
- Year
- 2013
- Category
- Fixed wing single-engine
- Engine
- Volkswagen Conversion
- Registration
- Deregistered
Accident & incident history
The pilot's incorrect installation of the rudder horn and failure to properly inspect the installation, which led to a loss of directional control during takeoff.
The pilot/owner/builder's improper weight and balance calculations, which rendered the airplane uncontrollable in the pitch axis.
Registration timeline
Ownership and registration events for this airframe (the 2013 Day William L MINICOUPE).
- Apr 25, 2016deregistered — Day William L
Frequently asked
- Has N853WD been in an accident?
- Yes. N853WD appears in 2 NTSB accident records, the most recent in 2015.
- What kind of aircraft is N853WD?
- N853WD is a 2013 Day William L MINICOUPE (fixed wing single-engine), serial number WD00001.
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