Type Record · As of May 3, 2026
AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND MBB-BK 117 D-2
Rotorcraft · SAFRAN ARRIEL 2E
Registered
21
Year Range
2015–2020
NTSB Events
1
Airworthiness Directives
0
Aircraft Resources
01 / Distribution
Where the fleet lives and was built
Counts of currently-registered AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND MBB-BK 117 D-2 aircraft by US state and decade of manufacture, sourced from the FAA Aircraft Registry.
By State (top 10)
- UT 28.6% 6
- CA 14.3% 3
- LA 9.5% 2
- DE 9.5% 2
- MA 4.8% 1
- NV 4.8% 1
- WY 4.8% 1
- SD 4.8% 1
- NM 4.8% 1
- AZ 4.8% 1
+2 more states
By Decade of Manufacture
- 2010s 95.2% 20
- 2020s 4.8% 1
02 / NTSB Records
Events involving AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND MBB-BK 117 D-2 aircraft
1 event(s) on file. Showing the most recent 1.
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Jul 19, 1987
N8KHAYWARD, California Serious
NTSB Docket →
02b / NASA ASRS Reports
Near-miss reports involving AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND MBB-BK 117 D-2
NASA's voluntary, confidential reporting system surfaces what almost went wrong. 2 de-identified ASRS reports reference this airframe. Pilot-written narrative. ASRS reports are voluntary and not investigated — they represent the reporter's perspective and cannot infer prevalence.
- ACN 2008212 Emergency Medical Service Incidents
MBB-BK117 pilot reported the rotor wash of the helicopter while performing a hover taxi over the taxiway caused a nearby aircraft that was fueling to move. The other aircraft did not have a parking br
MBB-BK 117 All Series
- ACN 1895808 Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Helicopter Captain reported while attempting to land on the helipad, a person was standing near the landing area, requiring the pilot to execute a missed approach and go- around.
MBB-BK 117 All Series
03 / Airworthiness Directives
FAA directives applicable to AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND MBB-BK 117 D-2
No matching airworthiness directives are on file for this make and model in the Federal Register.
04 / Type Certificate Data Sheets
FAA TCDS for AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND MBB-BK 117 D-2
The TCDS is the legal certification document — weight limits, performance, equipment, AD compliance times, operating limitations. 1 match in the FAA catalog.
- H13EU Historical Rev 18 · 11/25/2020
Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH
Models: MBB-BK 117 C-2, MBB-BK 117 B-2, MBB-BK 117 A-3, MBB-BK 117 B-1 + 5 more
05 / Special Airworthiness Information Bulletins
Advisories applicable to AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND MBB-BK 117 D-2
5 SAIBs on file. SAIBs are FAA advisory notices — not mandatory like ADs, but worth reviewing for service bulletins and emerging issues.
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11/16/2017
SAIB SW-18-04
Engine Oil Drainage System
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03/22/2012
SAIB SW-12-22
MBB BK117 C-2 Auto Flight System
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07/30/2008
SAIB SW-08-38
Sandel Electronic Horizontal Situation Indicator SN3308 Heading Repeater Display Installations
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11/09/2007
SAIB SW-08-04
Night Vision Imaging System installation on BK -117C-2 Helicopter
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07/15/2005
SAIB SW-05-73
SAIB SW-05-73 —
06 / Supplemental Type Certificates
Modifications approved for AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND MBB-BK 117 D-2
205 STCs on file — every FAA-approved modification, alteration, or installation for this aircraft. STOL kits, avionics, fuel systems, floats, engine swaps, you name it.
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03/04/2026
STC SR00638DE
Installation of a Floor Mounted Litter System (FMLS)
Air Methods LLC
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01/26/2026
STC ST00885LA
Installation of fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Pacific Scientific fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles.
AMETEK AMERON, LLC d/b/a MASS Systems
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12/18/2025
STC SR11849NY
Installation of an IRIS system made by Outerlink
Outerlink Corporation
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10/24/2025
STC SR11354DS
Incorporation of IBF HOGE Performance with Extra EPC Margin
Airbus Helicopters Inc.
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10/22/2025
STC SR12207IB
Installation of the Bear Paw Kit
Alpine Aerotech LP
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09/30/2025
STC SR04465NY
Installation of the iPad Mount
Avio Design Group Inc
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07/09/2025
STC SR12072IB
Manufacturing and Installation of Cargo Hold Nets; Maintenance must be in accordance with ICARUS Aero Inc. Instructions for Continued Airworthiness as shown on the attached FAA AM…
Icarus Aero Inc.
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06/16/2025
STC SR01099DE
Installation of the GPMS Foresight MX Condition Monitoring System
GPMS International Inc.
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02/06/2025
STC SH8975SW
Installation of an Isolair Eliminator II Fire Fighting System
Isolair Inc.
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01/31/2025
STC SR01099DE
Installation of the GPMS Foresight MX Condition Monitoring System
GPMS International Inc.
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01/05/2025
STC SR00171DE
Installation of a Versa TRAC Patient Loading System
Air Methods LLC
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12/20/2024
STC SR11849NY
Installation of an IRIS system made by Outerlink
Outerlink Corporation
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12/04/2024
STC SR00126DE-D
Installation of enlarged aft cargo door windows.
Air Methods LLC
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12/04/2024
STC SR03703NY
Installation of Mecaer Aviation Group S.p.A.'s H145 VIP MB Interiors P/N 6EC10000X002001
Mecaer Aviation Group S.p.A.
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11/26/2024
STC SR04484NY
SkyTrac ISAT-200A Flight Following/Satcom System Installation
SkyTrac Systems Ltd.
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11/21/2024
STC SR11849NY
Installation of an IRIS system made by Outerlink
Sterling Helicopter
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11/04/2024
STC SR00096DE-D
Installation of a search and landing light.
Air Methods LLC
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10/28/2024
STC ST00885LA
Installation of fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Pacific Scientific fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles.
AMETEK AMERON LLC d/b/a MASS Systems
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10/08/2024
STC SR00110RD
Installation of Luggage Net
HELIBRAS - Helicópteros do Brasil S. A.
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10/08/2024
STC SR00596DE
Installation of NVG Compatible Filters
Air Methods LLC
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09/26/2024
STC SR01853SE
Installation of skid tubes
Dart Aerospace USA Inc.
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08/26/2024
STC SR00234MC
Installation of one each SAL-7000 Interface Panel and two each AA-34 Universal Radio Interface units as provisions for a Portable Hand Held Radio (PHHR)
United States Government Light Utility Helicopter Product Office
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08/05/2024
STC SH4310NM
Installation of the Model 2110 Vibration Isolation Mount with a FLIR 2000 Series Infrared Imager or a Spectrolab SX-16 Nightsun
RSG Aviation Inc.
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05/15/2024
STC SR00234MC
Installation of one each SAL-7000 Interface Panel and two each AA-34 Universal Radio Interface units as provisions for a Portable Hand Held Radio (PHHR
Defense Systems & Solutions
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05/02/2024
STC ST00885LA
Installation of fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Pacific Scientific fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles.
AMETEK AMERON LLC d/b/a MASS Systems
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03/27/2024
STC SR00187IB
Installation of Crew Bubble Window
VH Aerospace
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11/29/2023
STC SR11194DS
Installation of a Garmin GTX 345R
Airbus Helicopters Inc.
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11/17/2023
STC SR11190DS
Installation of a Garmin GTN 650
Airbus Helicopters Inc.
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08/28/2023
STC SR02137LA
Installation of Utility Mount
Airfilm Camera Systems
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05/30/2023
STC ST00885LA
Installation of fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Pacific Scientific fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles.
AMETEK AMERON LLC d/b/a MASS Systems
+ 175 more STCs on file
07 / PMA replacement parts
FAA-approved replacement parts for AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND MBB-BK 117 D-2
60+ parts on file from the FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval database. Each is a non-OEM part the FAA has authorized for use as a replacement on this aircraft type.
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6203-0000-001#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/125064CE048362EE86258448004FEE9D.0001##
Health Usage Monitoring System (HUMS)
Ultra Electronics Flightline Systems replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E64DB334C94FCA4E8625822D0067528A.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BC1F06C78FC507388625822D00675289.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D04FF48BD2722DF486257FFD006ED57B.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/38B5DF401B40676286257FFD006ED57A.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/07BB131F6458C51986257FD10063CA95.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F53814DFE452B88B86257FD10063CA8A.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E5353CCB3889CE3F86257F80004AF848.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/84D1CC8BDA6E592886257F80004AF7FA.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/7EF00E7E1567C10C86257E34007449A0.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/FBA898BA8753181186257E3400744942.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/85EC9C6AC6EC8BC886257CC900607D5A.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0E574BEB7C5F8A6586257CC900607D59.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/09EF56EC344FBB288625805F005CE502.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/55BE17F4E26D3E5A8625805F005CE5B2.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
7638-44#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4FDCF3FF706D244A8625811000710284.0001##
Gill LT Valve Regulated Lead Acid Battery
Teledyne Battery Products replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
3440#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E29DC3BEBA5FE01886258110007102C2.0001##
Battery Temperature Stow, Assembly
Teledyne Battery Products replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145-SAT-100#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/93487F415C59F4458625810500700531.0001##
Satcom Flight Data Monitoring System (Detail Parts)
Metro Aviation Inc replaces 145-SAT-100
PMA holder → -
311-000001-003#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E1406D80D8B4A8B4862580E90068C9DB.0001##
Model 311 GII Fire Attack System
Simplex Manufacturing Co replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
311-000001-001#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C353A641A370E76F862580E90068C9D9.0001##
Model 311 GII Fire Attack System
Simplex Manufacturing Co replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
311-000001-005#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4601787F73BB41F6862580E90068C9DC.0001##
Model 311 GII Fire Attack System
Simplex Manufacturing Co replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
02-1505--7007#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0A54F78F3C0BA08B86257FC0005B806F.0001##
Cable Assembly
B/E Aerospace Inc replaces 02-1505--7007
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0257C2CA887AB69D86257D730061076C.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F0DDA7C39FB4F17086257D5E004F2521.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BE9F336A2D6EA5B486257D5C005A1B1E.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/251AE6C3F1D51CA786257D550065DD49.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-01#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F970C227254BE0D986257D4A005B499D.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
145A73-0054-02#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/EDBFA1DEE991152C86257D4A005B499E.0001##
Installation EC145, WAAS/ LPV upgrade Extended Configurations
Airbus Helicopters, Inc. replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/B3C62497DBEF566786257D3F006525AE.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
98020145MDL#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4F6520E77105AB5A86257D10006D2E9F.0001##
EC145 NVG Modification Kit
REB Technologies Inc replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
SAB651M0001202#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID168748798320221013143120.0001##
Safety Sheet
Seginus Inc replaces B651M0001202
PMA holder → -
71000073-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/341A0152C072225C8625829E00575BCA.0001##
Kit, Labels, VXP On-Board
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 25718
PMA holder → -
901-15175#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/B30818DD88DF2F1E8625829E00575BDA.0001##
Outline, VXP Onboard Monitor
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 15175
PMA holder → -
901-8866-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C7CB642D5488D3018625829E00575BDD.0001##
Velocimeter, EMI
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 8866-1
PMA holder → -
71000065-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/341B10CE6C71C72B8625829E00575BD1.0001##
Window, Protective Lexan
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 71000065-1
PMA holder → -
71000066-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/FE4318879FC847AA8625829E00575BD2.0001##
Cable ID Labels, BK-117 C-1, C2 (EC145)
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 71000066-1
PMA holder → -
71000067-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/11AFF21BE11935458625829E00575BD5.0001##
Bracket, Side Mounting, VXP On-Board
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 71000067-1
PMA holder → -
902-12900-2#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/10FF9E69B45EF60E8625829E00575BDF.0001##
Assembly, Photocell, Banner
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 12900-2
PMA holder → -
71000064-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/276135B30F29C91D8625829E00575BCF.0001##
Bracket, 4 Connector Mounting, Mighty Mouse EC145
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 71000064-1
PMA holder → -
906-6343#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/1234A2E4CCDBD0C98625829E00575BD6.0001##
Magnetic Pickup (Special)
Honeywell International Inc Honeywell Aerospace replaces 6343
PMA holder →
+ 20 more PMA parts on file
09 / Equivalent Level of Safety findings
ELOS findings issued for AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND MBB-BK 117 D-2
3 ELOS findings on file. The FAA issues an ELOS when an applicant proposes an alternative means that achieves the same safety outcome as a literal regulation — a standing record of which certification deviations the agency has approved for this model series.
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ST11176IB-R-1
09/17/2021 →Finding for Passenger Emergency Exits on a Model MBB-BK117, D-3 Rotorcraft, Project #\n ST11176IB-R
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ST04307RD-R-C-01
07/21/2020 →Strength Requirements for Powered Stretcher System
§ 29.561
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SP04283RD-R-F-01
10/21/2015 →Cockpit Voice and Flight Data Recorder
§ 29.1457
04 / Regulations watching this type
Advisory Circulars and Federal Register activity for AIRBUS HELICOPTERS DEUTSCHLAND MBB-BK 117 D-2
Advisory Circulars
No ACs explicitly mention this type. Showing universal operating-rule ACs that apply to all aircraft.
Recent Federal Register activity
Latest rulemakings touching general operating rules (Part 91) and maintenance rules (Part 43).
- 2026-04-17 Settlement Policy for Small Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Cases FR ↗
- 2026-02-10 Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations; Reopening of Comment Period; Denial of Extension FR ↗
- 2026-02-02 25-Hour Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) Requirement, New Aircraft Production FR ↗
- 2026-01-28 Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations; Reopening of Comment Period FR ↗
- 2026-01-07 Requirements for Interference-Tolerant Radio Altimeter Systems FR ↗
05 / Aircraft of this type
All 21 registered N-numbers
Every tail currently on the FAA registry for this make/model. Click an N-number to query the FAA Aircraft Inquiry; rows flagged ● have NTSB events on file. Tails seeded with full TallyAero pages link directly.
| N-number | St | Year | NTSB | FAA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N143NE | MA | 2018 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N145DV | NV | 2016 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N145HM | WY | 2017 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N343PH | LA | 2017 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N366GT | CA | 2018 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N375AH | UT | 2018 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N376AH | UT | 2018 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N377AH | UT | 2019 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N378AH | UT | 2019 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N379AH | UT | 2019 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N393PH | LA | 2017 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N605AV | SD | 2017 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N607SP | NM | 2018 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N619GE | CA | 2017 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N695HS | AZ | 2016 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N702LF | DE | 2018 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N843LF | OR | 2018 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N8K | UT | 2020 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N945DC | TX | 2015 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N954KH | DE | 2019 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N995RC | CA | 2019 | · | Look up ↗ |
Source — FAA Aircraft Registry · click "Look up" to query the live registry record (owner, address, last airworthiness)
05 / Sources & Methodology
Every count traces back to a primary US-government source
- FAA Aircraft Registry →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
- NTSB CAROL →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
- Federal Register (FAA Airworthiness Directives) →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
We render counts and lists as the agency publishes them. Read the methodology →