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N85SA V

Douglas DC3A · 1943

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 3021433

Douglas DC3A
Engines: 2
Type: piston
Seats: 32
Cruise: 125 KTAS
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 52020

Manufacturer: P & W
Model: R-1830 SERIES
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 1,350 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N85SA
Serial Number: 11637
Year Manufactured: 1943
ACFTREF Code: 3021433
Engine Code: 52020
Status: V (V)
Certification: Standard – Normal
Type Aircraft: Fixed Wing Multi Engine (5)
Type Engine: Reciprocating (Piston) (1)
Source: master

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Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 52723220
ICAO 24-bit (hex): ABA690

Registrant

Saving Lulu Belle Inc
365 S State Route 53
Fremont, OH, 434209668
FAA Region: Central

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Feb 8, 2012
Airworthiness Jan 21, 1964
Expiration Feb 29, 2028
Last Activity Apr 21, 2023
Data as of Jun 22, 2026

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