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N243431980 Boeing 727-231

DeregisteredUnclaimedSource: FAA, updated Oct 20, 2026

This N-number isn't registered right now. Below is its last known registration, canceled May 20, 2015.

Safety record in brief:1 NTSB incident (minor damage, Aug 1996)64 ADs may apply34 service difficulty reports

Registration
Deregistered
Last based in
San Francisco, CA
owner city / state
Engine
JT8D SERIES · 7,700 lb thrust
P & W
Owners
1
since 2001
NTSB events
1
minor, 1996
ADs may apply
64
confirm with A&P
Service reports
34
since 1995

Registration

FAA Aircraft Registry · Oct 20, 2026
Last registered owner
Pacific Aircorp 21630 INC
Owner type
Corporation
City, state
San Francisco, CA
Certificate issued
Apr 19, 2001
Canceled
May 20, 2015
Airworthiness
Standard · Transport
Airworthiness date
Feb 20, 2001

We never show street addresses, even though they appear in the public FAA file. Individual owners are shown by city and state only.

Airframe & engine

FAA Registry + type data

Airframe

Manufacturer
Boeing
Model
727-231
Year
1980
Serial number
21630
Aircraft type
Fixed wing multi engine
Category
Land
Certification
Type Certificated
Seats
134
Engines
3
Max takeoff weight
20,000 and over lb
Mode S code
A23E24

Engine

Make and model
P & W Jt8d Series
Type
Turbo-jet
Power
7,700 lb thrust

Total time and engine hours aren't public. They appear here once the owner adds logbooks.

Ownership history

Ownership history from FAA records
  1. 2001 – 2015Pacific Aircorp 21630 INCSan Francisco, CA

Individual owners are shown by city and state only.

Safety record

NTSB · Oct 15, 2026 · FAA ADs · Oct 20, 2026 · SDRs · Oct 16, 2026

NTSB events (1)

Incident · minor damage

Aug 16, 1996 · Howard Beach, NY

fatigue failure of the fore flap attachment fitting, due to grinding marks on the fitting.

Damage
Minor
Injuries
None
Report
NYC96IA169

From NTSB records; matched by serial number.Read NTSB report (search CAROL for NYC96IA169)

ADs published since 1998 that may apply (64)

These match the airframe or engine model. Whether each one applies, and whether it's been complied with, depends on serial numbers, equipment and logbook entries. Applicability must be confirmed by a mechanic against the aircraft's records.

ADSubjectEffectiveApplies to
2023-12-15NavigationJun 21, 2023Airframe (727-231)
2022-25-01WingsFeb 16, 2023Airframe (727-231)
2021-03-09WingsMar 31, 2021Airframe (727-231)
2019-23-04FuelFeb 4, 2020Airframe (727-231)Only with: Equipped with Boeing body-mounted auxiliary fuel tanks.
2019-24-18NavigationFeb 3, 2020Airframe (727-231)Serial numbers per Boeing Alert Service Bulletins 727-34A0247 Rev 1, 757-34A0611 Rev 1, and 767-34A0828. Only with: 727 airplanes with variable numbers QB065, QD191, QD192, QD402, QD403, QD407, and QD410 are excluded.
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ADSubjectEffectiveApplies to
2018-25-15WingsJan 22, 2019Airframe (727-231)
2017-19-02DoorsOct 19, 2017Airframe (727-231)Only with: Equipped with a main cargo door (MCD).
2014-04-09WingsMay 2, 2014Airframe (727-231)
2013-24-15FuelJan 8, 2014Airframe (727-231)
2013-21-07StabilizersDec 5, 2013Airframe (727-231)Serial numbers per Boeing Service Bulletin 55-46, dated April 8, 1970 (Group III and Group IV). Only with: Airplanes identified as Group III and Group IV in Boeing Service Bulletin 55-46.
2013-22-03FuelDec 5, 2013Airframe (727-231)
2013-19-08Stall Warning SystemNov 6, 2013Airframe (727-231)Serial numbers per Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletins 727-34-0245, 737-34-2102, and 747-34-2925
2013-16-17WingsSep 27, 2013Airframe (727-231)
2013-15-11StabilizersSep 20, 2013Airframe (727-231)
2013-15-15FuselageSep 20, 2013Airframe (727-231)Serial numbers per Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 727-53-0234, dated January 17, 2013
2013-14-02WingsAug 26, 2013Airframe (727-231)
2013-14-03StabilizersAug 26, 2013Airframe (727-231)
2011-12-05The Boeing Company Model 727, 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F Series…Jul 15, 2011Airframe (727-231)
2011-01-05The Boeing Company Model 727, 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F Series…Feb 14, 2011Airframe (727-231)
2008-04-10 R1The Boeing Company Model 727 AirplanesDec 30, 2009Airframe (727-231)
2009-20-08Boeing Model 727 AirplanesNov 5, 2009Airframe (727-231)
2009-20-03Boeing Model 727 AirplanesNov 3, 2009Airframe (727-231)
2008-22-12Boeing Model 727 AirplanesDec 17, 2008Airframe (727-231)
2008-11-09Boeing Model 727 AirplanesJul 3, 2008Airframe (727-231)
2008-02-13Boeing Model 727 AirplanesFeb 28, 2008Airframe (727-231)
2007-21-04Boeing Model 727 AirplanesNov 16, 2007Airframe (727-231)
2007-12-14Boeing Model 727 AirplanesJul 16, 2007Airframe (727-231)
2006-13-16Boeing Model 727 AirplanesAug 1, 2006Airframe (727-231)Serial numbers per Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 727-27-0234, dated November 10, 2005
2006-09-03Boeing Model 727, 727C, 727-100, and 727-100C Series AirplanesMay 31, 2006Airframe (727-231)
2005-23-07Boeing Model 727 AirplanesDec 13, 2005Airframe (727-231)
2005-20-33Boeing Model 727, 727C, 727-100, and 727-100C Series AirplanesNov 16, 2005Airframe (727-231)Certain serial numbers: 1–694. Only with: Line numbers 1 through 694 inclusive.
2005-20-13Boeing Model 727 AirplanesNov 9, 2005Airframe (727-231)
2005-19-24Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesOct 27, 2005Airframe (727-231)
2005-16-07Boeing Model 727 AirplanesSep 13, 2005Airframe (727-231)
2005-14-07Boeing Model 727, 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F Series AirplanesAug 15, 2005Airframe (727-231)Serial numbers per Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 727-57A0135, Revision 3, dated June 27, 2002
2005-13-40Boeing Model 727 Airplanes, Equipped With an Auxiliary Fuel Tank Having a Fuel Pump…Aug 4, 2005Airframe (727-231)Only with: Equipped with an auxiliary fuel tank having a fuel pump installed.
2004-09-36Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesJun 15, 2004Airframe (727-231)
2004-03-30Boeing Model 727, 727C, 727-100, and 727-100C Series AirplanesMar 24, 2004Airframe (727-231)Serial numbers per Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 727-53A0225, dated September 11, 2003
2004-03-31Boeing Model 727, 727-100C, 727-200F, and 727C Series AirplanesMar 24, 2004Airframe (727-231)Serial numbers per Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 727-53A0226, dated September 11, 2003
2003-03-15 R1Various Boeing and McDonnell Douglas Transport Category AirplanesDec 22, 2003Airframe (727-231)
2003-11-03Boeing Model 727, 737-100, 737-200, and 737-200C Series AirplanesJul 3, 2003Airframe (727-231)Certain serial numbers: 727 L/N 1–L/N 1832; 737-100 L/N 1–L/N 1033; 737-200 L/N 1–L/N 1033; 737-200C L/N 1–L/N 1033. Only with: Applicability limited by line numbers rather than serial numbers.
2003-03-15Various Boeing and McDonnell Douglas Transport Category AirplanesMar 7, 2003Airframe (727-231)
2002-24-05Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesDec 18, 2002Airframe (727-231)Certain serial numbers: 1–1832
2002-17-05Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesSep 16, 2002Airframe (727-231)
2002-16-19Boeing Model 727 Series Airplanes Modified in Accordance With Supplemental Type…Sep 19, 2002Airframe (727-231)Only with: Converted from passenger to cargo-carrying (freighter) configuration in accordance with STC SA1767SO or SA1768SO.
2002-16-20Boeing Model 727 Series Airplanes Modified in Accordance With Supplemental Type…Sep 19, 2002Airframe (727-231)Only with: Airplanes converted from passenger to cargo (freighter) configuration in accordance with STC SA1368SO, SA1797SO, or SA1798SO.
2002-16-21Boeing Model 727 Series Airplanes Modified in Accordance with Supplemental Type…Sep 19, 2002Airframe (727-231)Only with: Converted from passenger to cargo-carrying (freighter) configuration in accordance with STC ST00015AT.
2002-16-22Boeing Model 727 Series Airplanes Modified in Accordance With Supplemental Type…Sep 19, 2002Airframe (727-231)Only with: Converted from passenger to cargo-carrying (freighter) configuration in accordance with STC SA1444SO, SA1509SO, SA1543SO, or SA1896SO.
2002-12-13Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesJul 31, 2002Airframe (727-231)
2001-22-12Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesNov 15, 2001Airframe (727-231)
2001-20-09Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesNov 15, 2001Airframe (727-231)
2000-14-07Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesAug 17, 2000Airframe (727-231)Certain serial numbers: 727 858–864; 727 867–869; 727 872–883; 727 885–1832. Only with: Limited by line numbers rather than serial numbers.
90-15-12 R1Boeing Model 727 Series Airplanes Modified in Accordance with Valsan Supplemental Type…Aug 15, 2000Airframe (727-231)Only with: Modified by installation of Pratt and Whitney JT8D-217C or -219 engines in accordance with Valsan STC SA4363NM.
2000-02-19Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesMar 9, 2000Airframe (727-231)Serial numbers per Boeing Service Bulletin 727-57-0177, dated December 22, 1988
99-20-10Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesNov 8, 1999Airframe (727-231)Certain serial numbers: 124; 126; 130; 146; 221; 287; …. Only with: Applies to airplanes with the listed line numbers (not serial numbers).
99-04-22Boeing Model 727, 727-100, 727-200, 727C, 727-100C, and 727-200F Series AirplanesMar 4, 1999Airframe (727-231)
98-26-18Boeing Model 727 Series Airplanes Modified in Accordance With Supplemental Type…Feb 16, 1999Airframe (727-231)Only with: Converted from passenger to cargo-carrying (freighter) configuration in accordance with STC SA1767SO, SA1768SO, or SA7447SW.
98-26-19Boeing Model 727 Series Airplanes Modified in Accordance With Supplemental Type…Feb 16, 1999Airframe (727-231)Only with: Converted from passenger to cargo-carrying (freighter) configuration in accordance with STC SA1368SO, SA1797SO, or SA1798SO.
98-26-20Boeing Model 727 Series Airplanes Modified in Accordance With Supplemental Type…Feb 16, 1999Airframe (727-231)Only with: Converted from passenger to cargo-carrying (freighter) configuration in accordance with STC ST00015AT.
98-26-21Boeing Model 727 Series Airplanes Modified in Accordance With Supplemental Type…Feb 16, 1999Airframe (727-231)Only with: Converted from passenger to cargo-carrying (freighter) configuration in accordance with STC SA1444SO, SA1509SO, SA1543SO, SA1896SO, SA1740SO, or SA1667SO.
98-11-03 R1Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesJun 23, 1998Airframe (727-231)
98-23-51Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesDec 14, 1998Airframe (727-231)Certain serial numbers: 727 1–849. Only with: Line positions 1 through 849 inclusive that have been converted from passenger to cargo (freighter) or passenger-and-cargo (combi) configuration.
98-18-20Boeing Model 727 and Model 737 Series Airplanes Equipped with J.C. Carter Company Fuel…Oct 21, 1998Airframe (727-231)Only with: Equipped with J.C. Carter Company fuel valve actuators P/N 40574-2 (Kearfott Models 3715-7 and -8) or 40574-5 (Kearfott Model 3715-9).
98-11-03Boeing Model 727 Series AirplanesJun 23, 1998Airframe (727-231)

AI-extracted — verify against original. Matched from each AD's applicability section; ADs replaced by a later AD are left out.

Service Difficulty Reports (34)

Reports of failures and defects that operators and repair stations sent to the FAA since 1995. A report describes one finding; it is not an accident.

  • Pneumatic · clamp · looseNov 3, 2004

    AIR RETURN, UNABLE TO PRESSURIZE IN FLIGHT. ATTEMPTED TO CONTROL CABIN MANUALLY WITH FULL INCREASE PRESSURE, NO HELP. RESECURED LOOSE DUCT AT LT MIX VALVE. OPS CHECK GOOD ON THE GROUND IAW MM 21-10-05.

    From FAA Service Difficulty Reports; matched by N-number and serial number.
  • Pneumatic · clamp · looseNov 3, 2004

    AIR RETURN: UNABLE TO PRESSURE IN FLIGHT. ATTEMPIED TO CONTROL CABIN MANUALLY WITH FULL INCREASE PRESSURE NO HELP. RESECURED LOOSE DUCT AT LT MIX VALVE. OPS CHECK GOOD ON THE GROUND IAW MM.

    From FAA Service Difficulty Reports; matched by N-number and serial number.
  • Landing gear · landing gear · lack of lubeNov 2, 2004

    NOSE LANDING GEAR FAILED TO EXTEND NORMALLY. RED NOSE GEAR UNSAFE LIGHT ON. MANUALLY LOWERED NOSE LANDING GEAR IAW AOM VOL 1. INSPECTED NOSE GEAR ACTUATOR, LOCKING ACTUATOR AND LINKAGE NO DAMAGE NOTED. LUBRICATED NOSE GEAR TRUNNIONS, ACTUATOR AND DRAG BRACE AS NEEDED. PERFORMED EXTENSION AND…

    From FAA Service Difficulty Reports; matched by N-number and serial number.
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  • Landing gear · landing gear · malfunctionedNov 2, 2004

    NOSE LANDING GEAR FAILED TO EXTEND NORMALLY. RED NOSE GEAR UNSAFE LIGHT ON MANUALLY LOWERED NOSE LANDING GEAR IAW AOM. INSPECTED NOSE GEAR ACTUATOR, LOCKING ACTUATOR AND LINKAGE NO DAMAGE NOTED. LUBRICATED NOSE GEAR TRUNIONS, ACTUATOR AND DRAGBRACE AS NEEDED. PERFORMED EXTENSION AND RETRACTION…

    From FAA Service Difficulty Reports; matched by N-number and serial number.
  • Flight controls · seal plate · damagedOct 25, 2004

    LOSS OF SYSTEM A HYDRAULIC PRESSURE AND QUANITY IN FLIGHT. FOUND DAMAGED PLATE SEAL AT LT ELEVATOR POWER PACKAGE. REMOVED AND REPLACED SEAL PLATE.

    From FAA Service Difficulty Reports; matched by N-number and serial number.
  • Engine · bypass switch · inoperativeDec 24, 2003

    NR 2 ENGINE OIL FILTER BYPASS LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT CRUISE. A PRECAUTIONARY ENGINE SHUTDOWN WAS ACCOMPLISHED. INSPECTED NR 2 ENGINE INLET AND EXHAUST NO DEFECTS NOTED. CHECKED MAIN OIL SCREEN FOR DEBRIS, NONE FOUND. REMOVED AND REPLACED LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH AND FILTER BYPASS SWITCH. ENGINE RUN…

    From FAA Service Difficulty Reports; matched by N-number and serial number.
  • Starting · start valve · stuckJul 3, 2002

    NR 3 ENGINE BLEED TRIP OCCURED ON CLIMB OUT WITH CLIMB POWER. STABILIZED IT WITH SWITCHING THE BLEED. LATER NR 3 ENGINE FIRE IND ILLUMINATED. RETARDED NR 3 THROTTLE, LIGHT WENT OUT. FLIGHT CONTINUED WITHOUT INCIDENT. MAINTENANCE FOUND NR 3 START VALVE STUCK OPEN. REMOVED AND REPLACED NR 3 START…

    From FAA Service Difficulty Reports; matched by N-number and serial number.
  • Navigation · adi · inoperativeJul 9, 2001

    DURING CLIMB-OUT, NR 2 ADI BECAME INOPERATIVE. AIRCRAFT RETURNED TO MIAMI WITHOUT INCIDENT OR EMERGENCY. TROUBLESHOT TO FAULTY NR 2 ADI. REMOVED AND REPLACED ADI AIRCRAFT RETURNED TO SERVICE. (M)

    From FAA Service Difficulty Reports; matched by N-number and serial number.
  • Wings · flap · damagedJun 27, 2001

    RIGHT INBOARD TRAILING EDGE FLAP HALF OF HONEYCOMB MISSING AND OTHER HALF DAMAGED, UPON LANDING IN (GYE). ALL THREE ENGINES INSPECTED. REMOVED AND REPLACED FLAP ASSEMBLY OPS AND RIGGED IAW MM 27-51-00. RETURNED AIRCRAFT TO SERVICE. (M)

    From FAA Service Difficulty Reports; matched by N-number and serial number.
  • Fuselage · skin · corrodedMay 10, 2000

    DURING A C-CHECK, CORROSION WAS NOTED ON SKIN BETWEEN STR 27 - STR 28L OF STA 480 - STA 500. (X)

    From FAA Service Difficulty Reports; matched by N-number and serial number.

Showing the 10 most recent of 34 reports.

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Sources

  • FAA Aircraft RegistryRegistration, owner city and state, airframe, engineupdated Oct 20, 2026
  • NTSB accident and incident databaseAccidents and incidents since 1982updated Oct 15, 2026
  • FAA Airworthiness Directives (Federal Register)ADs published since 1998updated Oct 20, 2026
  • FAA Service Difficulty ReportsReports since 1995updated Oct 16, 2026

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