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N918AC V

Curtis Arlen H VORTEX · 2010

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 05629TN

Curtis Arlen H VORTEX
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 1
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 55589

Manufacturer: Rotax
Model: 618UL
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 75 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N918AC
Serial Number: 034
Year Manufactured: 2010
ACFTREF Code: 05629TN
Engine Code: 55589
Status: V (V)
Certification: 42
Type Aircraft: Rotorcraft (6)
Type Engine: Reciprocating (Piston) (1)
Source: master
Kit Manufacturer: Sport Copter Inc
Kit Model: VORTEX

Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 53132146
ICAO 24-bit (hex): ACB466
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Registrant

Gallagher Patrick K
2937 Gatsby Ln
Willoughby Hills, OH, 440921341
FAA Region: Central
Additional Names
RIPICH MICHAEL F

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Dec 18, 2018
Airworthiness Jun 15, 2012
Expiration Dec 31, 2028
Last Activity Jul 1, 2023
Data as of Jun 7, 2026

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