NTSB CAROL · Event
Event CEN26LA017
Registry · N319WD
FAA Aircraft Registry record.
Make / Model
WEST DESERT AVIATORS RANS S-20 RAVEN
Year of manufacture
2022 · 3 years old at event
Engine
ROTAX 915 IS (135 hp)
Seats / Engines
2 seats · 1 engine
Last airworthiness date
20221221
ADS-B equipped
Yes — Mode-S A36A38
Registrant of record
WEST DESERT FLIGHT LLC
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