Fairchild SA227-AC
55 Fairchild SA227-AC aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1982–1991. Most are registered in FL, DE and MN.
- Registered today
- 55
- Years built
- 1982–1991
- Seats
- 12
- Engines
- 2 · Turbo-prop
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply13 ADs match the Fairchild SA227-AC airframe. Engine ADs depend on the engine installed and are listed on each aircraft page.
- 2003-19-10Fairchild Aircraft, Inc., SA226 Series and SA227 Series AirplanesNov 7, 2003
- 2002-08-01Fairchild Aircraft, Inc. SA226 and SA227 Series AirplanesJun 6, 2002
- 2001-20-14Fairchild Aircraft, Inc., Models SA226 and SA227 Series AirplanesNov 21, 2001
- 2000-17-11Fairchild Aircraft, Inc., SA226 Series and SA227 Series AirplanesSep 22, 2000
- 2000-17-01Fairchild Aircraft, Inc. Models SA226-T, SA226-AT, SA226-T(B), SA226-TC, SA227-AT…Oct 6, 2000
- 2000-03-17Fairchild Aircraft, Inc. SA226 and SA227 Series AirplanesApr 10, 2000
- 98-19-15 R1Fairchild Aircraft, Inc. SA226 and SA227 Series AirplanesMar 3, 2000
- 98-06-25Fairchild Aircraft Inc. Models SA226- AT, SA226-TC, SA227-AC, and SA227-AT AirplanesApr 27, 1998
- 97-11-13Fairchild Aircraft SA226 and SA227 Series AirplanesJul 11, 1997
- 97-10-13Fairchild Aircraft, Inc. SA226 and SA227 Series AirplanesJul 8, 1997
- 96-19-05Fairchild Aircraft SA226 and SA227 Series AirplanesOct 1, 1996
- 94-07-10 R1Fairchild Aircraft SA226 and SA227 Series AirplanesMar 25, 1996
- 93-15-02 R1Fairchild Aircraft SA226 and SA227 Series AirplanesApr 17, 1995
AI-extracted — verify against original. Applicability must be confirmed by a mechanic against the aircraft's records.
Watch new ADs for the Fairchild SA227-AC
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Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 41
- Destroyed
- 5
- Substantial damage
- 23
- Minor damage
- 7
- No damage
- 0
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Fairchild SA227-AC airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. Too few registered Fairchild SA227-AC aircraft for a meaningful yearly rate.
- Mar 7, 2026Substantial damage · none injuries · Denver, CON425MA
- Jan 13, 2026Substantial damage · none injuries · Prescott, AZN370AE
- Sep 5, 2020Substantial damage · none injuries · San Antonio, TXN362AE
- Jul 27, 2019Substantial damage · none injuries · El Paso, TXN681TR
- Dec 6, 2016Destroyed · fatal injuries · Camilla, GAN765FA
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 19951,109 reports on Fairchild SA227-AC airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- frame75
- switch73
- skin44
- angle32
- rib30
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 1982 | 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 2 | |
| 1985 | 4 | |
| 1986 | 12 | |
| 1987 | 11 | |
| 1988 | 2 | |
| 1989 | 9 | |
| 1990 | 1 | |
| 1991 | 3 | |
| Unknown | 10 |
Buyer checklist
13 ADs published since 1998 may apply to the Fairchild SA227-AC; recurring ADs need to be checked at each inspection. 41 NTSB events since 1982 involve Fairchild SA227-AC airframes. Operators and repair stations filed 1,109 service difficulty reports on Fairchild SA227-AC airframes since 1995. Check each aircraft's own record before you buy.
- Read the logbooks for the airframe, engine and propeller, start to finish.
- Check AD compliance records against the ADs that may apply.
- Look for damage history and Form 337 major repairs and alterations.
- Have an independent A&P or IA do a pre-buy inspection.
- Run a title search and use escrow for the payment.
Type data
FAA aircraft reference file- Aircraft type
- Fixed wing multi engine
- Category
- Land
- Certification
- Type Certificated
- Max takeoff weight
- Up to 12,499 lb
SA227-AC aircraft
Page 1 of 3| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N158MC | 1988 | Bemidji, MN | Sep 19, 2023 |
| N159MC | — | Traverse City, MI | Dec 1, 2010 |
| N175SW | 1985 | Anchorage, AK | Mar 22, 2021 |
| N184SW | 1986 | Wilsonville, OR | Sep 11, 2008 |
| N211RH | 1987 | West Memphis, AR | Mar 27, 2023 |
| N21GP | 1989 | Wilmington, DE | May 4, 2024 |
| N227LC | 1988 | Bemidji, MN | Aug 4, 2010 |
| N2691W | 1986 | Wilsonville, OR | Aug 6, 2008 |
| N26959 | 1986 | Bemidji, MN | Dec 16, 2020 |
| N2699Y | 1986 | West Memphis, AR | Sep 27, 2007 |
| N2728G | 1989 | Wilsonville, OR | Oct 22, 2008 |
| N27442 | 1989 | El Monte, CA | Aug 16, 2021 |
| N3114G | 1984 | Anchorage, AK | Dec 1, 2015 |
| N3116N | 1984 | Bemidji, MN | Jun 22, 2021 |
| N31171 | 1985 | Wilsonville, OR | Apr 25, 2005 |
| N320MC | 1987 | West Memphis, AR | Feb 7, 2013 |
| N3531Q | 1990 | Englewood, CO | Apr 18, 2019 |
| N360AE | 1987 | Boca Raton, FL | Apr 27, 2007 |
| N366AE | 1987 | Bemidji, MN | Sep 19, 2023 |
| N370AE | 1982 | Dallas, TX | Dec 6, 2023 |
| N371PH | — | Traverse City, MI | Dec 12, 2000 |
| N421MA | 1986 | Boca Raton, FL | Apr 12, 2007 |
| N422MA | 1986 | Boca Raton, FL | Apr 12, 2007 |
| N424MA | 1986 | Boca Raton, FL | Apr 30, 2007 |
| N425MA | 1986 | Wilsonville, OR | Jul 7, 2009 |