# N148SC: 2006 Eurocopter EC120B - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Eurocopter EC120B](https://openairdocs.org/model/eurocopter-ec120b) (registry code 8680987, 5 seats) - Engine: [Turbomeca ARRIUS-2F](https://openairdocs.org/engine/turbomeca-arrius-2f) (registry code 60010) - Data sheets: [TCDS R0001RD](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/R0001RD) (Airbus Helicopters), [TCDS E34NE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E34NE) (Safran Helicopter Engines S.A.) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 1469 - Year built: 2006 - Type: Rotorcraft - Engine type: Turbo-shaft - Airworthiness: Standard, normal - Airworthiness date: April 26, 2007 - Certificate issued: April 30, 2007 - Expires: August 31, 2027 - Mode S code: A0C1FB - Registered owner: [Heli Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HELI%20INC) - Location: [Miami, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Miami) - Owner type: Corporation - Owner's area on the map: 25.8135° N, 80.2044° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 33127, within about a mile (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=148SC - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N148SC From the FAA registry file of October 22, 2026. ADs below are matched by the registry's airframe and engine model codes. They may apply; each AD's applicability can narrow it by serial number, part number or installed equipment. This is not a compliance determination. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 40 in force ### Matched by airframe (Eurocopter EC120B) - [AD 2026-20-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-20-03): Placards and Markings · Airbus Helicopters AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1 and 11 more. Effective Nov 5, 2026 - [AD 2026-14-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-14-02): Indication/Recording System · Airbus Helicopters AS350B2, AS350B3, EC120B and 1 more. Effective Aug 14, 2026 - [AD 2026-04-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-04-07): Rotorcraft Flight Control · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Apr 7, 2026 - [AD 2025-20-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-20-10): Tail Rotor System · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Dec 30, 2025 - [AD 2025-17-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-17-02): Emergency Flotation Section · Airbus Helicopters EC120B, EC130B4 and EC130T2. Effective Sep 26, 2025 - [AD 2025-05-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-05-12): Main Rotor Head · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective May 8, 2025 - [AD 2024-20-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-20-07): Emergency Equipment; Emergency Flotation Section · Apical Emergency Float Kit, P/N 20498 (STC SR00780LA or 12 others). Effective Dec 5, 2024 - [AD 2023-14-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-14-06): Main Landing Gear Strut, Axle, Truck · Airbus Helicopters EC120B, EC130B4 and EC130T2. Effective Sep 8, 2023 - [AD 2023-11-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-11-07): Ground Proximity System · Airbus Helicopters 47, 206, 210 and 237 more. Effective Jun 22, 2023 - [AD 2022-02-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-02-13): Rotorcraft Tail Boom · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Mar 17, 2022 - [AD 2022-02-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-02-06): Tail Rotor Blades · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Mar 17, 2022 - [AD 2021-24-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-24-08): Main Rotor System · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Jan 14, 2022 - [AD 2021-17-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-17-17): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings · Airbus Helicopters EC135P3, EC135T3, MBB-BK 117 C-2 and 32 more. Effective Nov 22, 2021 - [AD 2020-25-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-25-11): Doors · Airbus Helicopters EC120B and EC130B4. Effective Jan 21, 2021 - [AD 2020-12-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-12-02): Tail rotor blades · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Jul 13, 2020 - [AD 2017-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-26-04): Emergency Equipment · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Jan 24, 2018 - [AD 2017-06-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-06-11): failure of an air conditioner compressor drive pulley (pulley) or tail rotor output wheel (wheel) · Airbus Helicopters EC120B with STC SR00491DE. Effective May 8, 2017 - [AD 2016-12-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-12-13): Engine/Transmission Coupling--Coupling Tube, Engine Mount, and Engine Mount Base · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Jul 27, 2016 - [AD 2015-26-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-26-04): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Feb 4, 2016 - [AD 2013-16-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-16-19): Emergency Flotation Section · Airbus Helicopters EC120B and EC130B4. Effective Sep 27, 2013 - [AD 2011-21-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-21-18): Cyclic Control Stick · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Dec 20, 2011 - [AD 2011-11-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-11-04): Contaminated Gas · Airbus Helicopters AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1 and 12 more. Effective Jun 17, 2011 - [AD 2005-09-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-09-05): Tail rotor drive shaft (drive shaft) · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Jun 13, 2005 - [AD 2003-22-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-22-10): Electrical bonding braid (bonding braid) that is installed on the left cyclic pitch control stick base · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Dec 10, 2003 - [AD 2003-08-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-08-04): Cyclic pitch flight control torque tube · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective May 22, 2003 - [AD 2002-15-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-15-08): Cargo Hooks · Airbus Helicopters AS-365N2, AS-365N3, AS332C and 21 more. Effective Sep 6, 2002 - [AD 2001-24-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-24-08): Cabin Sliding Door Rail · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Jan 7, 2002 ### Matched by engine (Turbomeca ARRIUS-2F) - [AD 2026-08-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-08-12): Engine Fuel Pump · Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2F. Effective Jun 2, 2026 - [AD 2024-24-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-24-02): Engine Fuel Pump · Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2F. Effective Dec 10, 2024 - [AD 2018-12-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-12-03): Fuel Controlling System · Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2B1 and Arrius 2F. Effective Aug 9, 2018 - [AD 2018-05-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-05-03): Engine Oil System (Airframe Furnished) · Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2F. Effective Mar 21, 2018 - [AD 2015-17-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-17-18): Oil pump · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Oct 2, 2015 - [AD 2015-10-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-10-07): Ejector assembly nozzle · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Jun 12, 2015 - [AD 2012-07-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-07-09): P3 air pipe (first section) and the RH rear half-wall · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective May 24, 2012 - [AD 2009-14-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-14-01): Check valve piston · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Aug 3, 2009 - [AD 2008-13-27](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-13-27): Propeller · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Aug 6, 2008 - [AD 2007-11-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-11-06): Constant delta pressure (delta P) diaphragm · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Jun 26, 2007 - [AD 2005-17-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-17-15): Fuel filter-holder assembly · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Sep 12, 2005 - [AD 2005-09-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-09-51): Module 2 · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Jun 3, 2005 - [AD 2003-11-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-11-10): Fuel Flow Mechanical Stop Position · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Jul 3, 2003 ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 2021-26-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-26-07) (historical): Tail rotor system · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Jan 27, 2022 - [AD 2021-23-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-23-13) (historical): Ground Proximity System · Airbus Helicopters K-225, K-190A, K-240 and 237 more. Effective Dec 9, 2021 - [AD 2021-04-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-04-21) (historical): Main Rotor System · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective May 7, 2021 - [AD 2020-11-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-11-05) (historical): Tail rotor system · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Jun 8, 2020 - [AD 2015-24-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-24-51) (historical): Air Comm Corporation (Air Comm) air conditioning kit · Airbus Helicopters EC120B with STC SR00491DE - [AD 2014-12-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-12-12) (historical): Emergency Exits · Airbus Helicopters EC 130 B4 and EC120B. Effective Aug 4, 2014 - [AD 2010-05-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-05-51) (historical): Main rotor hub · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective May 14, 2010 - [AD 2009-25-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-25-07) (historical): Emergency Floatation Gear Lighting and Ancillary Control Unit (LACU) · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Dec 28, 2009 - [AD 2008-10-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-10-01) (historical): Spherical thrust bearings · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective May 21, 2008 - [AD 2002-13-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-13-11) (historical): Yaw control · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Aug 13, 2002 - [AD 2001-04-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-04-12) (historical): Main Gearbox Coupling Tube Assembly · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Mar 20, 2001 - [AD 2000-17-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-17-07) (historical): Cabin Sliding Door · Eurocopter France EC120B. Effective Sep 12, 2000 - [AD 2000-05-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-05-17) (historical): Engine Coupling Tube · Airbus Helicopters EC120B. Effective Mar 27, 2000 - [AD 99-19-23](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-19-23) (historical): Engine Coupling Tube Inspection · Eurocopter France EC120B. Effective Oct 19, 1999 - [AD 2014-01-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-01-01) (historical): Ejector assembly nozzle · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Feb 6, 2014 - [AD 2013-11-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-11-09) (historical): Fuel injection manifolds and the privilege injector · Turbomeca Arrius 2B1 and Arrius 2F. Effective Jul 5, 2013 - [AD 2009-14-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-14-11) (historical): P3 air pipe · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Aug 19, 2009 - [AD 2005-17-17 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-17-17-R1) (historical): O-rings on the check valve piston · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Mar 21, 2007 - [AD 2001-08-14 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-08-14-R1) (historical): Right injector half manifold and left injector half manifold · Turbomeca Arrius 2B, Arrius 2B1 and Arrius 2F. Effective Feb 23, 2006 - [AD 2005-19-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-19-10) (historical): Fuel control units (FCUs) · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Oct 3, 2005 - [AD 2005-17-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-17-17) (historical): Check valve piston in the lubrication unit · Turbomeca Arrius 2F. Effective Sep 12, 2005 - [AD 2001-08-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-08-14) (historical): Fuel Injector Manifold · Turbomeca Arrius 2B, Arrius 2B1 and Arrius 2F. Effective May 31, 2001 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (5 in force) - [SAIB AIR-21-09](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-21-09): LANDING GEAR SYSTEM, Landing gear skid tube. Issued Jun 10, 2021 - [SAIB SW-15-20](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-15-20): Air Conditioning System Wiring. Issued Aug 13, 2015 - [SAIB SW-12-17](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-12-17): Autopilot System. Issued Feb 3, 2012 - [SAIB SW-04-71](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-04-71): . Issued Jul 14, 2004 - [SAIB SW-04-35](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-04-35): . Issued Dec 19, 2003 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N148SC. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N148SC. ## Service difficulty reports None filed for this aircraft. Matched to this aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model. ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (64, first 50) Approved for this aircraft's airframe or engine model, in force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has; its records do. ### Approved for the airframe (Eurocopter EC120B) - [STC SR12074IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR12074IB): Installation of halon free Umlaut fire extinguisher P/N P3APP003010D with extinguishing agent 2-BTP (Halotron® BrX). SABENA TECHNICS BGC - [STC SR03641AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03641AT): Replace the existing Eurocopter EC120-B windows with Tech-Tool Plastics, Inc. replacement windows. Tech-Tool Plastics Inc - [STC SR00217IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00217IB): Installation of Skid Shoes. Airbus Helicopters Canada Limited - [STC SR09450RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09450RC): Installation of SAGEM ICDS-8 Integrated Cockpit Display System that includes a display for the pilot position and a second optional display for the copilot position. Safran Electronics & Defense Avionics USA, LLC - [STC SR00182IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00182IB): Installation of the Avidyne Integrated Flight Display (IFD) Navigator(s). Horizon Design Services Ltd - [STC SR04637CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04637CH): Replacement of existing main ship battery with Lithium Ion Battery and installation of Annunciator Control Panel. Airwolf Aerospace LLC - [STC SR02120SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02120SE): Installation of Garmin GTN 6XX/7XX Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SH3319NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH3319NM): Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the Landing /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,. Precise Flight Inc - [STC SR02028SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02028SE): Fabrication of Onboard Systems International Model 200-351-00, Cargo Hook Kit,. Onboard Systems International LLC - [STC SR01673SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01673SE): Installation of Chelton Flight Systems Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) and associated equipment. Genesys Aerosystems Inc - [STC SR02704SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02704SE): Installation and maintenance of the Sunspot 36 and 46 series lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC - [STC SR02622SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02622SE): Installation of Garmin G500H TXi Display System (Primary Flight Display (PDF), Multi-Function Display (MFD)). Garmin International Inc - [STC SR04453CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR04453CH): Installation of Appareo Systems LLC Stratus ES & Stratus ESG ADS-B transponder. Appareo Systems LLC - [STC SR02124SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02124SE): Installation functionality. of Data Garmin Required: transponders: (1) Garmin GTX Master 345/345R Drawing with List ADS-B (MDL), Out and In 005-00734-A4, functionality;. Garmin International Inc - [STC SR00359BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00359BO): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SR02487AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02487AK): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems ESI-500 Standby Instrument System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [STC SR02478AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02478AK): Installation of the L-3 Aviation Products Lynx multilink surveillance system model NGT-9000() part number 9029000-20000 or Garmin GTX-345 ADS-B transponder part number 011-03302-40. Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services USA Inc - [STC SR09263RC-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09263RC-D): Installation of a SFIM VFR Autopilot System. Safran Electronics & Defense Avionics USA, LLC - [STC SR11230SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR11230SC): Installation of HeliSAS Stability Augmentation System and Autopilot (SAS/AP). S-TEC Corporation - [STC SR02475AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02475AK): Installation of the Lexavia Integrated Systems LFS3500 Enhanced Vision System (EVS) on Part 27 Airbus Helicopters equipped with a panel-mounted Multi-Function Display (MFD), primary navigational display or dedicated display with the ability to display video imagery. Lexavia Integrated Systems - [STC SR02470AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02470AK): Installation of the L-3 Communications NGT -1000/2000/2500 ADS-B System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [STC SR02471AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02471AK): Installation of the L-3 Communications NGT -9000/9000R ADS-B System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [STC SR03676NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03676NY): Installation of Aspen EFD 1000H Pro Primary Flight Display and associated components. Motorflug Baden-Baden GmbH - [STC SR03539NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03539NY): Installation of Garmin G500H Flight Display System. Maxcraft Avionics Ltd - [STC SR03524NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03524NY): Installation of a MD302 Standby Attitude Module. Maxcraft Avionics Ltd - [STC SR01130NY-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01130NY-D): Installation of NS Microwave Antenna Installation. Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation - [STC SR00491DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00491DE): Installation of cabin air conditioning system. Air Comm Corporation - [STC SR00549DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00549DE): Installation of Bleed Air Cabin Heater/Defroster System. Air Comm Corporation - [STC SR09427RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09427RC): Installation of Night Vision Goggle (NVG) Compatible Interior Lighting System. REB Technologies Inc - [STC SR00780LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00780LA): Installation of Apical Emergency Float Kit, P/N 20498. Apical Industries Inc. dba Dart Aerospace - [STC SR01191SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01191SE): Installation of an engine air filter. Aerometals - [STC SR03383NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03383NY): Installation of a Latitude Technologies IONODE Flight Data Monitoring (FDM). Latitude Technologies Corporation - [STC SR03364NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03364NY): Installation of a Garmin G500H Flight Display System. Kitchener Aero Avionics Ltd - [STC SR03243NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03243NY): Installation of Right-Hand Door Handle. Eurocopter Canada Limited - [STC SR03152NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03152NY): The installation of the Brite Saver 2 Data Monitoring System. ECT Industries - [STC SR02232LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02232LA): Installation of Garmin Model 400W / 500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Garmin AT Inc - [STC SR02939NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02939NY): Installation of a SkyTrac ISAT-200 Airborne Position/Data Communicator in accordance with Avionics Design Services Ltd. Master Drawing List MDL10033, Revision C, dated February 02, 2011, Transport Canada approved February 02, 2011, or later Transport Canada approved revision. SkyTrac Systems Ltd - [STC SR09371RC-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09371RC-D): Cabin Floor Protector Kits in accordance with Aeronautical Accessories, Inc. Drawing List, Report No. AA-03084, Revision A, dated February 16, 2004, or later DAS approved revisions; and installation per Report No. AA-03082, No Revision, dated November 12, 2003, and/or AA-03083, Revision A, dated February 16, 2004, or later DAS approved revisions. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc - [STC SR01609SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01609SE): Installation of a Supplemental Lighting System. Aviation Specialties Unlimited Inc - [STC SR02189NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02189NY): Iinstallation of SkyTrac ISAT-100 Airborne Position/Data Communicator System. SkyTrac Systems Ltd - [STC SR01892NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01892NY): Installation of an Improved Heating System. Eurocopter Canada Limited - [STC SR09466RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09466RC): Installation of Night Vision Goggle Compatible Interior Lighting System and Red Position Light. Aero Dynamix Inc - [STC SR01701NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01701NY): Installation of SX-16 Nightsun Searchlight System. Exterior mount must be installed per STC SR01302LA. Eurocopter Canada Limited - [STC SR02244NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02244NY): Installation of FLIR 8000 series System. Eurocopter Canada Limited - [STC SR01245NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01245NY): Installation of Settling Protectors. Eurocopter Canada Limited - [STC SR01302LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01302LA): Installation of side utility mount. Airfilm Camera Systems - [STC SR00811NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00811NY): Installation of Technisonic Industries Limited TFM-138 series transceiver models. Technisonic Industries Limited - [STC SR01842NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01842NY): Installation of Air Cruisers emergency flotation system. Air Cruisers Company - [STC SR09136RC-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09136RC-D): Installation of a Forward L/H External Mount. American Eurocopter Corporation - [STC SR09108RC-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09108RC-D): Installation of a left or right pilot instrument panel. American Eurocopter Corporation All 64: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N148SC/stcs.md ## Related - Other Eurocopter EC120B aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/eurocopter-ec120b/aircraft.md - The Turbomeca ARRIUS-2F engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/turbomeca-arrius-2f.md --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. Source documents are U.S. government works in the public domain.