N8053R - 2007 HARVEY PATTEN RANS S-6ES - Complete Aircraft History & Registry Information

Quick Facts & Current Owner

Current Owner
RICHARDS KENNETH D
Location
FRUITA, Colorado
Registration Status
Active until 05-31-2031
Serial Number
08061764
Last Seen on Market
Never Listed
Last Seen Airborne
No Recent Activity
Last FAA Action Date
May 2024
Owned Since
May 2024
Location of N8053R in FRUITA, Colorado

About the HARVEY PATTEN RANS S-6ES

The RANS S-6ES Coyote II, created by RANS Designs Inc., is a prominent example of a versatile, light sport aircraft that has found a considerable following in the world of general aviation. The S-6ES variant is within the broader Coyote II family, which has been in production since the 1980s. RANS Designs, under the guidance of founder Randy Schlitter, designed the S-6ES to be an affordable, easy-to-build, and highly customizable aircraft targeting aviation enthusiasts, sport pilots, and amateur builders. The company operates out of Hays, Kansas.

One of the primary motivations for the production of the S-6ES was to provide a reliable and fun-to-fly aircraft that could meet the needs of various pilots, particularly those looking to engage in recreational flying or obtain sport pilot certification. The



Flight History and Activity for N8053R

No flight activity has been observed for this aircraft since 2022.

This could indicate the aircraft is in storage, undergoing maintenance, or operating in areas without flight tracking coverage.

Maintenance and Safety Records

Safety Record Summary

  • 1 accident/incident report(s) on file

Accident and Incident Reports

January 28, 2011 - Buckeye, Arizona

Damage Level
Substantial
Description
While in cruise flight the pilot realized that he had lost elevator control. The pilot attempted to determine if there was any way to reestablish elevator control but was unsuccessful. He was able to maintain pitch control by increasing or decreasing engine power. During a precautionary landing the airplane impacted the runway hard and sustained substantial damage to the firewall. On-scene inspection of the aircraft’s elevator control system revealed that the bolt that connects the aft elevator push-pull control tube to the pilot and copilot's control stick bellcrank was missing, and was not found during a thorough inspection of the area. In addition, the bolt that connects the forward push-pull tube to the control stick bellcrank was ready to fall out. These bolts are an AN-type drilled shank bolt requiring a castellated nut and cotter pin for security. Neither of the nuts or cotter pins were found. The aircraft had 197 hours total time. The last condition inspection was performed 2 months and 24 operating hours prior to the accident. It could not be determined if the cotter pin had ever been installed.

Complete History Timeline

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May 2024

Registration

Registered to RICHARDS KENNETH D in FRUITA, CO




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Apr 2023

Registration

Registered to CASLER DAVID C in MONTROSE, CO




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Nov 2020

Registration

Registered to CASLER DAVID C in MONTROSE, CO




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Apr 2017

Registration

Registered to SNYDER EDWARD A in SUN CITY, AZ




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May 2012

Registration

Registered to HARVEY PATTEN in SEDONA, AZ




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Jan 2011

Accident/Incident

Accident with substantial damage




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Frequently Asked Questions

Who owns N8053R?

N8053R is currently registered to RICHARDS KENNETH D in FRUITA, Colorado.

What type of aircraft is N8053R?

N8053R is a 2007 HARVEY PATTEN RANS S-6ES with serial number 08061764.

Has N8053R been in any accidents?

Yes, N8053R has 1 accident/incident report(s) on file with the FAA/NTSB.