Type Record · As of May 3, 2026
SHORT BROS SD3-30 200
Fixed Wing Multi Engine · P&W PT6A SER
Registered
3
Year Range
1985–1985
NTSB Events
0
Airworthiness Directives
0
Aircraft Resources
01 / Distribution
Where the fleet lives and was built
Counts of currently-registered SHORT BROS SD3-30 200 aircraft by US state and decade of manufacture, sourced from the FAA Aircraft Registry.
By State (top 10)
- VA 100.0% 3
By Decade of Manufacture
- 1980s 100.0% 3
02 / NTSB Records
Events involving SHORT BROS SD3-30 200 aircraft
No NTSB-recorded events match SHORT BROS SD3-30 200 in the indexed corpus.
03 / Airworthiness Directives
FAA directives applicable to SHORT BROS SD3-30 200
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 SD3-30 200
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
06 / Supplemental Type Certificates
Modifications approved for SHORT BROS SD3-30 200
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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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11/01/2017
STC SA03973NY
Replacement of existing TCAS 7.0 by TCAS 7.1
Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS
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10/19/2017
STC ST00423WI
Installation of Keddeg Company 21BC111 Coalescer Assembly.
Purolator Facet, Inc
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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
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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
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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
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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
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07/08/2015
STC ST01790WI
Installation of the Garmin TCAS II System.
3S Certification LLC
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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
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08/01/2014
STC SA2797CE
Removal of left rear side door and replace with an inward opening door assembly.
Exclusive Aviation Services, Inc.
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08/01/2014
STC ST00055WI
Install tailcone door.
Exclusive Aviation Services, Inc.
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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
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10/27/2009
STC ST00718WI-D
Installation of Dual Universal UNS-1K Flight Management System.
Duncan Aviation Inc
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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.
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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.
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07/25/2006
STC ST01468CH
Installation of various SMR Technologies electrical propeller deicer models.
SMR Technologies
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07/25/2006
STC SP00400SE
Installation of various propeller electrical de-icer models
SMR Technologies
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06/02/2006
STC SP00400SE (1 OF 3)
Install SMR Technologies propeller electrical deicer.
SMR Technologies
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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.
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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.
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11/26/2003
STC ST01835NY
Installation of Enhanced Security Cockpit Doors.
TAG Aerospace Inc.
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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.
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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.
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03/25/2003
STC ST01468CH
Installation of various SMR Technologies electrical propeller deicer models.
SMR Technologies
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10/10/2002
STC SA00823CH
Installation of various de-icer wire harnesses.
SMR Technologies
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04/30/2002
STC ST01468CH
Installation of various SMR Technologies electrical propeller deicer models.
SMR Technologies
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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
+ 23 more STCs on file
07 / PMA replacement parts
FAA-approved replacement parts for SHORT BROS SD3-30 200
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.
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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 SD3-30 200
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 3 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.
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 →