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Type Record · As of May 3, 2026

SHORT BROS SD3-30

Fixed Wing Multi Engine · P&W PT6A SER

Registered

1

Year Range

1985–1985

NTSB Events

0

Airworthiness Directives

0

Aircraft Resources

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01 /  Distribution

Where the fleet lives and was built

Counts of currently-registered SHORT BROS SD3-30 aircraft by US state and decade of manufacture, sourced from the FAA Aircraft Registry.

By State (top 10)

  • AK 100.0% 1

By Decade of Manufacture

  • 1980s 100.0% 1

02 /  NTSB Records

Events involving SHORT BROS SD3-30 aircraft

No NTSB-recorded events match SHORT BROS SD3-30 in the indexed corpus.

03 /  Airworthiness Directives

FAA directives applicable to SHORT BROS SD3-30

No matching airworthiness directives are on file for this make and model in the Federal Register.

04 /  Type Certificate Data Sheets

FAA TCDS for SHORT BROS SD3-30

The TCDS is the legal certification document — weight limits, performance, equipment, AD compliance times, operating limitations. 1 match in the FAA catalog.

  • A41EU Current Rev 14 · 06/28/2019

    Viking Air Limited

    Models: SD3-SHERPA, SD3-30, SD3-60 SHERPA, SD3-60

    Atlas TCDS → DRS ↗

06 /  Supplemental Type Certificates

Modifications approved for SHORT BROS SD3-30

53 STCs on file — every FAA-approved modification, alteration, or installation for this aircraft. STOL kits, avionics, fuel systems, floats, engine swaps, you name it.

  • 03/06/2026

    STC SA2622NM

    Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in landing/taxi system. (767-200 B17) (DHC-8 101)

    Precise Flight Inc.

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 05/13/2024

    STC ST03424CH

    Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out System with Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D Transponders

    CMD Flight Solutions LLC

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 06/06/2018

    STC ST03424CH

    Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out System with Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D Transponders

    CMD Flight Solutions LLC

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 12/28/2017

    STC ST11071SC

    Demonstration of aircraft critical equipment and antenna systems tolerance of radio frequency interference (RFI) from intentional or spurious transmissions from certain Portable El…

    Liberty Partners Inc

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 11/01/2017

    STC SA03973NY

    Replacement of existing TCAS 7.0 by TCAS 7.1

    Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 10/19/2017

    STC ST00423WI

    Installation of Keddeg Company 21BC111 Coalescer Assembly.

    Purolator Facet, Inc

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 06/21/2017

    STC ST03424CH

    Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out System with Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D Transponders

    CMD Flight Solutions LLC

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 04/04/2017

    STC ST11071SC

    Demonstration of aircraft critical equipment and antenna systems tolerance of radio frequency interference (RFI) from intentional or spurious transmissions from certain Portable El…

    Liberty Partners Inc

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 04/19/2016

    STC ST03424CH

    Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out System with Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D Transponders

    CMD Flight Solutions LLC

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 08/28/2015

    STC ST03424CH

    Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out System with Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D Transponders

    CMD Flight Solutions LLC

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 07/08/2015

    STC ST01790WI

    Installation of the Garmin TCAS II System.

    3S Certification LLC

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 06/22/2015

    STC ST03424CH

    Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out System with Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D Transponders

    Dan Buzz & Associates LLC

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 08/01/2014

    STC SA2797CE

    Removal of left rear side door and replace with an inward opening door assembly.

    Exclusive Aviation Services, Inc.

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 08/01/2014

    STC ST00055WI

    Install tailcone door.

    Exclusive Aviation Services, Inc.

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 07/05/2011

    STC ST01708LA

    Installation of MASS Systems fire extinguisher, P/N M57331-009, as a replacement for the Graviner fire extinguisher, P/N 57331-009 in the above-noted airplane model. This fire ex…

    AMETEK AMERON LLC d/b/a MASS Systems

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 10/27/2009

    STC ST00718WI-D

    Installation of Dual Universal UNS-1K Flight Management System.

    Duncan Aviation Inc

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 07/09/2009

    STC ST01708LA

    Installation of MASS Systems fire extinguisher, P/N M57331-009, as a replacement for the Graviner fire extinguisher, P/N 57331-009.

    MASS Systems a Unit of American Global Inc.

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 06/04/2007

    STC SA1094GL

    Installation of Grimes floor proximity lighting system, P/N 10-1309-37 in SD3-30 airplanes and P/N 10-1309-57 in SD3-60 airplanes.

    Honeywell International Inc.

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 07/25/2006

    STC ST01468CH

    Installation of various SMR Technologies electrical propeller deicer models.

    SMR Technologies

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 07/25/2006

    STC SP00400SE

    Installation of various propeller electrical de-icer models

    SMR Technologies

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 06/02/2006

    STC SP00400SE (1 OF 3)

    Install SMR Technologies propeller electrical deicer.

    SMR Technologies

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 07/20/2005

    STC ST01708LA

    Installation of MASS Systems fire extinguisher, P/N M57331-009, as a replacement for the Graviner fire extinguisher, P/N 57331-009.

    Mass Systems Inc.

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 05/25/2004

    STC ST00906SE

    Interior and flight deck modifications in accordance with Aero Air, LLC Master Drawing List AEA 330-0001, Revision I, dated April 9, 2001, and avionics Master Drawing List AEA 330-…

    Arctic Air Group Inc.

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 11/26/2003

    STC ST01835NY

    Installation of Enhanced Security Cockpit Doors.

    TAG Aerospace Inc.

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 11/07/2003

    STC SA2622NM

    Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in landing/taxi system. (767-200 B17) (DHC-8 101)

    Precise Flight Inc.

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 08/13/2003

    STC ST00906SE

    Interior and flight deck modifications in accordance with Aero Air, LLC Master Drawing List AEA 330-0001, Revision I, dated April 9, 2001, and avionics Master Drawing List AEA 330-…

    Arctic Air Group Inc.

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 03/25/2003

    STC ST01468CH

    Installation of various SMR Technologies electrical propeller deicer models.

    SMR Technologies

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 10/10/2002

    STC SA00823CH

    Installation of various de-icer wire harnesses.

    SMR Technologies

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 04/30/2002

    STC ST01468CH

    Installation of various SMR Technologies electrical propeller deicer models.

    SMR Technologies

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

  • 04/19/2002

    STC ST00906SE

    Interior and flight deck modifications. Approved for installation on two Short Brothers Model SD3-30 Variant 200 aircraft, serial numbers SH3104 and SH3112 only.

    Department of Interior

    Atlas STC → DRS ↗

+ 23 more STCs on file

07 /  PMA replacement parts

FAA-approved replacement parts for SHORT BROS SD3-30

55 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.

  • 21BC111#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/6257CAB56FFF6D8586258244006F1F85.0001##

    Coalescer Assembly

    Purolator Facet Inc (formerly Facet Filter Products) replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →

  • 21BC111#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/09E192ADA80D554985257045005D16E2.0001##

    Coalescer Assembly

    Keddeg Company replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →

  • 21BC111#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0804C0ACE550C1C98625770400568ADA.0001##

    Coalescer Assembly

    Keddeg Company replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →

  • LL205410#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D2989AAED7C1926386257FC5006D9F12.0001##

    CUP

    Timken Corporation replaces LL205410

    PMA holder →

  • LL205442#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/3D72D96ED79F4D5486257FC5006D9F16.0001##

    CUP

    Timken Corporation replaces LL205442

    PMA holder →

  • 395S#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/36ACF4DFD121B5D686257FC5006D9E84.0001##

    CONE

    Timken Corporation replaces 395S

    PMA holder →

  • LL205442#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BFB48CCF21EF453F86257D2A0057461E.0001##

    CUP

    Timken Corporation replaces LL205442

    PMA holder →

  • LL205410#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/87A569808097F32B86257D2A0057461C.0001##

    CUP

    Timken Corporation replaces LL205410

    PMA holder →

  • 395S#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4E64AF452115238386257D2A005745D3.0001##

    CONE

    Timken Corporation replaces 395S

    PMA holder →

  • 178599ANB#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/22488CCE11D5C50D86257C21004CD5CC.0001##

    Bellows

    ANB Aviation Parts LLC replaces 178599

    PMA holder →

  • LM-421-SA20#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/1FC551FEE41A8F8C8625786F0056E694.0001##

    Dynafocal Mounting Assembly Low Profile

    AeroParts Plus Inc. replaces Short Brother's PN LM-421-SA20

    PMA holder →

  • LM-421-SA20#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0E38B339FC422AD186257742005D8C76.0001##

    Dynafocal Mounting Assembly Low Profile

    AeroParts Plus Inc. replaces Short Brother's PN LM-421-SA20

    PMA holder →

  • 330#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/9FB08BB8FE1BC35B862576C50058C55F.0001##

    Tailcone Door Kit

    Avcon Industries Inc replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →

  • 330#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/A864FFA5B5411396862574DE0053FB3D.0001##

    Tailcone Door Kit

    Avcon Industries Inc replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →

  • -#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E4E00F1F4E7697A0862573FD00718255.0001##

    Freon Air Conditioning System Installation

    ZEE Systems Inc replaces -

    PMA holder →

  • 18320903-1#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/30B547EBA99CD4D586257DC8005EE02D.0001##

    Gauge Pressure

    Meggitt Safety Systems Inc replaces 18320903-1

    PMA holder →

  • LM-421-SA20#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/55DBAE9F833534588625751B004DE30E.0001##

    Dynafocal Mounting Assembly Low Profile

    AeroParts Plus Inc. replaces Short Brother's PN LM-421-SA20

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-49-0947-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/0C6094B7D3347F8186257AC300749AE1.0001##

    Steering Control Cable

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces Shorts P/N SD3-49-0947XA

    PMA holder →

  • 011328 Type Maxiax 3.50-2#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/A574CB9408AC4B95862573EE005A8C56.0001##

    Rotron Fan

    Ametek Rotron replaces -

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-45-2601-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/A18A9C275E2CC9FC862575AE00528636.0001##

    Cable

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces SD3-45-2601XA

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-23-0509K-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/74563220697E8C0A862575AE005285FB.0001##

    Washer

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces SD3-23-0509K

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-45-2609-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/894F6C33952A046E8625759E004D95C4.0001##

    Flap Cable

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces Shorts P/N SD3-45-2609XA

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-11-1270-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BD5F8D0B7B54D3228625757100561639.0001##

    Cabin Windows

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces SD3-11-1270XA

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-49-1008-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/45FCF424DAD5FFDA862574F100633601.0001##

    Steering Cable

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces Shorts P/N SD3-49-1008XA

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-49-1007-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/34C761D5CC3FE3F1862574F1006335CD.0001##

    Steering Cable

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces Shorts P/N SD3-49-1007XA

    PMA holder →

  • 18398-1-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/6C8D2092B576CC95862574F100680704.0001##

    Dust Cover

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces 18398-1

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-23-0512-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/54469522456074AA862574F1006806D7.0001##

    Bushing

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces SD3 23 0512XA

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-56-0552F-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D113AFEDC72FD6B68625732B00555BB7.0001##

    Fuel Gasket

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces SD3-56-0552F

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-56-0552E-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/00862A1EF361D21B8625732B00555B9A.0001##

    Fuel Gasket

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces SD3-56-0552E

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-56-0551D-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/2F20F08CF0648AD08625732B00555B77.0001##

    Fuel Gasket

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces SD3-56- 0551D

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-56-0552F-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D7D91A485F181B66862572740075AD0A.0001##

    Fuel Gasket

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces SD3-56-0552F

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-56-0551D-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/941EFC2E98607588862572740075AC9F.0001##

    Fuel Gasket

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces SD3-56-0551D

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-56-0552E-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BBFFD937E25BD6B1862572740075ACDB.0001##

    Fuel Gasket

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces SD3-56-0552E

    PMA holder →

  • AHM7943-OAA#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/9B53081DB148435F86257DA80074DAAF.0001##

    Segment Rotor

    Omega Aircraft Articles LLC replaces Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems P/N AHM7943

    PMA holder →

  • H13362#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/43305B250779D30186257C4700711AEC.0001##

    Gasket Dem&Valve

    HRD Aerosystems Inc replaces Scott Aviation 13362-00

    PMA holder →

  • 72019100-123#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/B5AFBBECFCE31BA586257A780062BFA3.0001##

    General Interface Unit (GIU)

    Duncan Aviation Inc replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →

  • 72019100-123#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4FE62F516FE9D22B862576DB00689A63.0001##

    General Interface Unit (GIU)

    Duncan Aviation Inc replaces Modification Part

    PMA holder →

  • 18271-1-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/692A985A8E62A138862578B80046E35A.0001##

    Bushing

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces 18271-1

    PMA holder →

  • SD3-11-2018-ACC#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/7AE0113D3ABED1D8862578B80046E32B.0001##

    Door Slider

    Air Cargo Carriers replaces SD3-11-2018XA

    PMA holder →

  • 16422#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C0998E68521BEEF98625788B00734424.0001##

    Transformer

    Pacific Scientific, OECO replaces 16422

    PMA holder →

+ 15 more PMA parts on file

04 /  Regulations watching this type

Advisory Circulars and Federal Register activity for SHORT BROS SD3-30

05 /  Aircraft of this type

All 1 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.

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N-number St Year NTSB FAA
N261AG AK 1985 · 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

We render counts and lists as the agency publishes them. Read the methodology →