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John A Carpenter RV6A · 2023

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ICAO24: a5a133
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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 05641WE

John A Carpenter RV6A
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 2
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 59259

Manufacturer: Superior
Model: IO-360-B1A2
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 180 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N462BS
Serial Number: 25644
Year Manufactured: 2023
ACFTREF Code: 05641WE
Engine Code: 59259
Status: V (V)
Certification: 42
Type Aircraft: Fixed Wing Single Engine (4)
Type Engine: Reciprocating (Piston) (1)
Source: master
Kit Manufacturer: Vans Aircraft Inc
Kit Model: RV-6A

Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 51320463
ICAO 24-bit (hex): A5A133

Registrant

Carpenter John A
6086 Sanctuary Garden Blvd
Port Orange, FL, 321287233
FAA Region: 7

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Jun 20, 2023
Airworthiness Oct 18, 2023
Expiration Jun 30, 2030
Last Activity Jun 20, 2023
Data as of Jun 8, 2026

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