I would be a little concerned if it's really referred to as a C/D -
The correct designation is CD. Usually I've seen C/D used as a way to
indicate a C converted to a D. Does the data plate really say C/D or CD?
Larry Snyder
N99340
On Feb 1, 2008, at 7:23 AM, Richard Green wrote:
Thanks to everyone for the counsel and insight on LSA qualifications
and interpretations regarding 415C and C/D models. I know some folks
were concerned about giving legal advice but I was just interested in
getting opinions to help work through my decision to purchase. I
have elected to buy the C/D because of numerous inputs.
I ordered the history on the a/c from OK City and talked to them.
The a/c always was and is currently registered as a C/D.
They encouraged me to talk to a local FSDO airworthiness inspector
about a couple questionable documents I got from OK City a/c registry
history (e.g., one registration application form , bill of sale, and
inspection form from the same year that said D on it. All the rest
of the documentation says C/D or doesn't include a model number on
the form.)
The FAA inspector was very helpful, looked up things in his computer
and agreed I had a C/D model. The dataplate still says C/D, the
airworthiness certificate says C/D and there are no 337's or log book
entries indicating it was converted to a D, despite the noted
references to D many years ago. W&B is 1260 but I am getting the
1320 STC. He also said conversions to D might have the C crossed out
on some dataplates and to watch for that. He also said a few folks
have been stung by not doing the due diligence.
I am glad I did do my due diligence and thank all of you for your
help. My suggestion is to get the aircraft registry info from OK
City (about $10) before you buy. If you have questions about the
documents you get contact the FSDO. Do a good pre-buy as well.
Logbook reviews helped a lot of course. In 60 year old a/c there are
bound to be some potential documentation snafus, get them worked out
before the sale. Best regards, Rich
