Smith AEROSTAR 601
29 Smith AEROSTAR 601 aircraft are currently registered with the FAA, built 1969–1977. Most are registered in FL, CA and MT.
Browse all with filters- Registered today
- 29
- Years built
- 1969–1977
- Seats
- 6
- Engines
- 2 · Reciprocating
Airworthiness Directives
ADs published since 1998 that may apply0 ADs match the Smith AEROSTAR 601 airframe. Engine ADs depend on the engine installed and are listed on each aircraft page.
AI-extracted — verify against original. Applicability must be confirmed by a mechanic against the aircraft's records.
Accident history
NTSB since 1982- NTSB events
- 18
- Destroyed
- 8
- Substantial damage
- 10
- Minor damage
- 0
- No damage
- 0
Events are NTSB accidents and incidents matched to Smith AEROSTAR 601 airframes by serial number or N-number; counts are approximate, because older events can't always be matched. Too few registered Smith AEROSTAR 601 aircraft for a meaningful yearly rate.
- Nov 28, 2018Substantial damage · none injuries · Rock Hill, SCN909CA
- Jul 20, 2018Substantial damage · none injuries · Baton Rouge, LAN327BK
- Dec 10, 2017Destroyed · fatal injuries · Miami, FLN7529S
- Feb 5, 2005Substantial damage · none injuries · Murrieta, CAN23LL
- Dec 30, 2004Destroyed · none injuries · Hamilton, MT
Service difficulty reports
FAA SDRs since 19956 reports on Smith AEROSTAR 601 airframes. Each aircraft page lists its own reports.
Most reported parts
- boot1
- crankcase1
- engine1
- rocker cover1
- strut1
Registered fleet by year built
FAA Registry| 1969 | 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 3 | |
| 1973 | 3 | |
| 1974 | 2 | |
| 1975 | 2 | |
| 1976 | 2 | |
| 1977 | 2 | |
| Unknown | 4 |
Buyer checklist
No ADs published since 1998 match the Smith AEROSTAR 601 airframe; engine ADs depend on the engine installed. 18 NTSB events since 1982 involve Smith AEROSTAR 601 airframes. Operators and repair stations filed 6 service difficulty reports on Smith AEROSTAR 601 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
- Cruising speed
- 186 mph
AEROSTAR 601 aircraft
Page 1 of 2| N-number | Year | Based in | Certificate issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| N10BG | 1969 | Davidson, NC | Sep 12, 2014 |
| N125SE | 1969 | Spring, TX | Oct 20, 2025 |
| N128AC | 1974 | Kalispell, MT | Feb 12, 2019 |
| N12LV | 1975 | Weldon Spring, MO | Feb 28, 2007 |
| N12TZ | — | Carol Stream, IL | Jan 3, 2020 |
| N134TS | 1973 | Jacksonville Beach, FL | Mar 4, 1988 |
| N220BC | — | Sapulpa, OK | Nov 26, 2025 |
| N23LL | 1975 | Kalispell, MT | Jun 30, 2025 |
| N442AP | — | Bonita Springs, FL | May 9, 2018 |
| N45RN | 1970 | Columbia, SC | Mar 2, 2022 |
| N52FB | 1973 | Prior Lake, MN | Mar 12, 2020 |
| N52JE | 1969 | Kalispell, MT | Aug 17, 2025 |
| N567LT | 1970 | New Smyrna Beach, FL | May 3, 2026 |
| N600AZ | 1969 | Davie, FL | Apr 2, 2007 |
| N600TE | 1973 | Carson City, NV | Jan 11, 2007 |
| N601AL | 1969 | Fishersville, VA | Jun 3, 2011 |
| N601RB | 1969 | Ridgecrest, CA | May 23, 2014 |
| N601X | 1977 | San Jose, CA | May 27, 2020 |
| N701JG | 1969 | Newport Beach, CA | Mar 15, 2022 |
| N71JG | 1970 | Plainview, TX | Apr 26, 2004 |
| N7419S | 1969 | Mukilteo, WA | Dec 17, 2021 |
| N7425S | 1969 | Reunion, FL | Aug 21, 2024 |
| N7441S | 1969 | Burlington, ND | May 10, 2016 |
| N777BS | 1969 | Del Norte, CO | Dec 1, 2018 |
| N88CM | 1974 | Tulsa, OK | Jan 26, 1989 |