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N3HU V

Grumman HU 16A · 1953

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 3950406

Grumman HU 16A
Engines: 2
Type: piston
Seats: 8
Cruise: 162 KTAS
Category: Experimental

Engine — CODE 67020

Manufacturer: Wright
Model: R-1820 SER
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 1,475 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N3HU
Serial Number: 131906
Year Manufactured: 1953
ACFTREF Code: 3950406
Engine Code: 67020
Status: V (V)
Certification: 31
Type Aircraft: Fixed Wing Multi Engine (5)
Type Engine: Reciprocating (Piston) (1)
Source: master

Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 50615542
ICAO 24-bit (hex): A31B62
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Registrant

Tuthill James G
8500 S Madison St
Burr Ridge, IL, 605276284
FAA Region: Central

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Jul 26, 2017
Airworthiness Aug 28, 2018
Expiration Jul 31, 2027
Last Activity Jun 4, 2025
Data as of Jun 8, 2026

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