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N868JD V

Smith Julian A BEARHAWK · 2012

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 05631KU

Smith Julian A BEARHAWK
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 4
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 42330

Manufacturer: Lycoming
Model: O-540-A4D5
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 250 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N868JD
Serial Number: 070-133/134-941
Year Manufactured: 2012
ACFTREF Code: 05631KU
Engine Code: 42330
Status: V (V)
Certification: 42
Type Aircraft: Fixed Wing Single Engine (4)
Type Engine: Reciprocating (Piston) (1)
Source: master
Kit Manufacturer: Avipro Aircraft Ltd
Kit Model: BEARHAWK

Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 52766533
ICAO 24-bit (hex): ABED5B
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Registrant

Bratton Charles M
1300 Bratton Rd
Gatesville, TX, 765283900
FAA Region: 2

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Aug 30, 2017
Airworthiness Mar 15, 2012
Expiration Aug 31, 2027
Last Activity Mar 10, 2023
Data as of Jun 22, 2026

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