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N138AM V

Lockheed P-38J · 1943

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ICAO24: a098f5
Last known — 8 hours ago
Observed 2026-06-03 11:47:43 MST
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Ground speed
Altitude (baro)
8,700 ft
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Wind / OAT
Autopilot target
Lat 36.31444, Lng -94.98150
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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 5260204

Lockheed P-38J
Engines: 2
Type: turboprop
Seats: 1
Cruise: 250 KTAS
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 03001

Manufacturer: Allison
Model: V1710 SERIES
Type: Turbo-shaft
Horsepower: 1,500 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N138AM
Serial Number: 44-23314
Year Manufactured: 1943
ACFTREF Code: 5260204
Engine Code: 03001
Status: V (V)
Certification: 43
Type Aircraft: Fixed Wing Multi Engine (5)
Type Engine: Turbo-shaft (3)
Source: master

Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 50114365
ICAO 24-bit (hex): A098F5

Registrant

Planes Of Fame Air Museum
14998 Cal Aero Dr
Chino, CA, 917109056
FAA Region: 4

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Sep 18, 1998
Airworthiness Jan 8, 1999
Expiration May 31, 2028
Last Activity May 12, 2023
Data as of Jun 3, 2026

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