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N1859 V

Bensen B-8M · 1969

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 1300516

Bensen B-8M
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 1
Cruise: 39 KTAS
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 43101

Manufacturer: Mcculloch
Model: 4318A&E/0-100
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 72 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N1859
Serial Number: 431-29856
Year Manufactured: 1969
ACFTREF Code: 1300516
Engine Code: 43101
Status: V (V)
Certification: 42
Type Aircraft: Gyroplane (9)
Type Engine: 2-Cycle Piston (7)
Source: master

Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 50253322
ICAO 24-bit (hex): A156D2
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Registrant

Grumette Steve
10942 Encino Dr
Oak View, CA, 930229238
FAA Region: 4

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Feb 26, 1969
Airworthiness Apr 18, 1969
Expiration Jul 31, 2029
Last Activity Aug 18, 2023
Data as of Jun 15, 2026

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