# N227LA: 1976 Grumman American Avn. G-1159 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Grumman American Avn. G-1159](https://openairdocs.org/model/grumman-american-avn-g-1159) (registry code 3960302, 22 seats) - Engine: [Rolls-Royce SPEY MK 511SR](https://openairdocs.org/engine/rolls-royce-spey-mk-511sr) (registry code 54523) - Data sheets: [TCDS A12EA](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A12EA) (Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 193 - Year built: 1976 - Type: Fixed wing multi engine - Engine type: Turbo-jet - Airworthiness: Standard, transport - Airworthiness date: November 18, 1976 - Certificate issued: January 9, 2024 - Expires: January 31, 2031 - Mode S code: A1FBFD - Registered owner: [K&A Advisors LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/K%26A%20ADVISORS%20LLC) - Location: [Wilmington, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Wilmington) - Owner type: LLC - Owner's area on the map: 39.7376° N, 75.6671° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 19808, within about 2 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=227LA - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N227LA From the FAA registry file of October 24, 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): 44 in force ### Matched by airframe (Grumman American Avn. G-1159) - [AD 2026-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-13-02): Navigation · Airbus Canada Limited Partnership 18, 49-46, 80-A and 555 more. Effective Jul 1, 2026 - [AD 2023-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-10-02): Indicating/Recording System, Navigation · Boeing 18, 23, 35 and 1,060 more. Effective May 26, 2023 - [AD 2016-20-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-20-06): Flight Controls · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159, G-1159A, G-1159B and 1 more. Effective Oct 14, 2016 - [AD 2016-18-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-18-11): Landing Gear · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159, G-1159A, G-1159B and 4 more. Effective Sep 23, 2016 - [AD 2012-11-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-11-06): Wings, Fuselage · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159, G-1159A and G-1159B. Effective May 29, 2012 - [AD 2006-16-18 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-16-18-R1): Installing a warning placard on the TAWS/RMI · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 100 more. Effective Jul 18, 2008 - [AD 2006-18-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-18-08): Nosewheel tires · Bombardier BD-700-1A10, BD-700-1A11, Aviation Tires and 7 more. Effective Oct 11, 2006 - [AD 2004-21-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-21-03): Left and right aileron · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159, G-1159A, G-1159B and 1 more. Effective Nov 2, 2004 - [AD 2001-22-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-22-14): Fire Extinguishing System Bottle Cartridges · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 105 more. Effective Dec 10, 2001 - [AD 2001-18-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-18-05): Flight Eagle Tires · Boeing 720 Series, 720B Series, 111 and 6 more. Effective Sep 24, 2001 - [AD 2001-08-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-08-13): Door Control Valves of the Landing Gear · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159, G-1159A, G-1159B and 2 more. Effective May 10, 2001 - [AD 99-23-22 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-23-22-R2): Transponders · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 74 more. Effective Apr 20, 2000 - [AD 97-05-03 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-05-03-R1): Global Positioning Systems · BAE Systems Avro 146-RJ100A, BAe 146-200A, Jetstream Model 4101 and 27 more. Effective Apr 20, 1999 - [AD 96-25-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-25-12): Auxiliary Power Units · BAE Systems HS 748 Series 2A, HS 748 Series 2B, 707-100 Long Body and 74 more. Effective Jan 13, 1997 - [AD 95-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-22-01): Fluorescent Lighting System · Aerospace Lighting Fluorescent lighting systems, A310-203, A310-204 and 74 more. Effective Dec 4, 1995 - [AD 94-19-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-19-06): Crew Oxygen Masks · 328 Support Services 328-100, 328-300, 500 and 17 more. Effective Oct 6, 1994 - [AD 94-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-14-03): Water Heaters and Coffee Makers · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 130 more. Effective Aug 1, 1994 - [AD 94-01-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-01-04): Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System · Airbus A300 B4-601, A300 B4-603, A300 B4-605R and 136 more. Effective Feb 4, 1994 - [AD 93-25-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-25-04): Aviation Partners Winglets · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159 with STC SA5964NM. Effective Jan 3, 1994 - [AD 93-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-23-01): Water Heaters and Coffee Makers · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 126 more. Effective Dec 7, 1993 - [AD 93-10-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-10-04): Engine Fire Extinguisher System · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159, G-1159A, G-1159B and 1 more. Effective Jul 1, 1993 - [AD 93-01-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-01-18): Buttock Line Structural Degradation · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159, G-1159A and G-1159B. Effective Mar 10, 1993 - [AD 91-10-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-10-05): Oxygen Mask Presentation Units · Bombardier CL-600-1A11 (CL-600), CL-600-2A12 (CL-601), CL-600-2B16 (CL-601-3A) and 14 more. Effective Jun 3, 1991 - [AD 90-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-13-02): Wing Attach Fitting · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective Jul 31, 1990 - [AD 90-02-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-02-05): Takeoff Warning System · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159, G-1159A, G-1159B and 1 more. Effective Feb 13, 1990 - [AD 82-11-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/82-11-02): Elevator and/or Trim Tab · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159 and G-1159B. Effective May 31, 1982 - [AD 81-24-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-24-02): Hydraulic System Fluid Flow · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159 and G-1159A. Effective Nov 23, 1981 - [AD 81-06-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-06-07): Landing Gear System · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective Mar 27, 1981 - [AD 80-05-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-05-02): Safety Belt Assemblies · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159, G-1159A, G-1159B and 17 more. Effective Feb 27, 1980 - [AD 79-06-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-06-03): Electrical Shunts · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159 and G-159. Effective Apr 2, 1979 - [AD 78-14-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-14-06): Cabin Window Panes · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective Oct 9, 1978 - [AD 77-13-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-13-01): Jumpseat · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159 and G-159. Effective Apr 21, 1978 - [AD 78-03-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-03-02): Main Landing Gear · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective Feb 3, 1978 - [AD 76-18-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-18-12): Generator Terminals · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective Sep 22, 1976 - [AD 75-11-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-11-07): Elevator Trim · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective Mar 22, 1976 - [AD 74-17-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-17-05): Ground Spoilers · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective Sep 1, 1975 - [AD 75-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-15-03): Operating Procedures · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective Jul 18, 1975 - [AD 75-06-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-06-08): Battery Switch Ground Leads · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective Mar 18, 1975 - [AD 73-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-14-07): Interior Lining Attachments · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159 and G-159. Effective Sep 30, 1974 - [AD 74-12-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-12-04): Automatic Flight Control System · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective May 30, 1974 - [AD 74-11-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-11-05): Fire Extinguisher Circuits · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective May 24, 1974 - [AD 74-11-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-11-03): Auxiliary Power Units · Airesearch Auxiliary Power Units, F.28 Mark 0070, F.28 Mark 0100 and 13 more. Effective May 20, 1974 - [AD 73-14-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-14-05): Autopilot Disconnect Button · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159. Effective Jul 12, 1973 - [AD 74-25-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-25-03): Flight Power Shut-Off Valve · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159 ### Matched by engine (Rolls-Royce SPEY MK 511SR) None in force. ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 74-08-09 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-08-09-R2) (historical): Waste Receptacles · Aero Spacelines 377, 377MG, 377SGT and 268 more. Effective Jul 29, 1996 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (3 in force) - [SAIB NM-15-02](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-15-02): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings. Issued Nov 6, 2014 - [SAIB NM-10-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-10-13): Navigation: Flight Management System. Issued Jan 7, 2010 - [SAIB NM-07-39R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-07-39R1): Powerplant System: Forward bearing fitting attach bolts. Issued Oct 10, 2008 - [SAIB NM-07-39](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-07-39) (historical): Forward bearing fitting attach bolts. Issued Jun 28, 2007 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N227LA. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N227LA. ## 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) (662, 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 (Grumman American Avn. G-1159) - [STC ST01305WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01305WI-D): Modification of a Collins ALT-50A or ALT-55B Radio Altimeter system installation to a Collins ALT-1000 or ALT-4000 Radio Altimeter system installation in accordance with Collins Drawing Index as listed on AML No. ST01305WI-D, Revision -, or later FAA approved revision. Rockwell Collins Inc - [STC ST12461IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST12461IB): Installation of Cockpit Voice Recorder with optional RIPS Upgrade. Mid- Canada Mod Center - [STC ST00197IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00197IB): Installation of the Universal Quick Access Recorder (uQAR). Flight Data Technologies Inc - [STC ST04328NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04328NY): The Manufacture and Installation of Exterior Placards, Labels and Signs is to be performed, installed. Libellule Monde Inc - [STC ST03875NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03875NY): Installation of interior placards, signs and markings. Libellule Monde Inc - [STC SA2622NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2622NM): Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in landing/taxi system. (767-200 B17) (DHC-8 101). Precise Flight Inc - [STC ST11216DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST11216DS): Installation of automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) out on Part 25 aircraft. BHE & Associates Ltd - [STC ST03885AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03885AT): Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc - [STC ST219CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST219CH): Installation of BFGoodrich TCAS-791 traffic alert and collision avoidance system (TCAS I). Acron Aviation Inc - [STC ST02472AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02472AT): Installation of a mini Quick Access Recorder (QAR) model MKI, MKII, or MKIII. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc - [STC ST01936WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01936WI): Installation of LED lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC - [STC ST03424CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03424CH): Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out System with Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D Transponders. CMD Flight Solutions LLC - [STC ST04575AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04575AT): Installation of the Rockwell Collins ALT-1000+/ -4000+ with 5G Filtering. Chippewa Aerospace Inc - [STC ST02004WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02004WI): Installation of the Garmin GI-275 Instantaneous Vertical Speed Indicators (IVSI). Peregrine - [STC SA2697CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2697CE): Installation of MK V ground proximity warning system. Honeywell International Inc - [STC ST04177AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04177AT): Installation of a Talon Aerospace LED Replacement General Purpose Lamps. Aaxico Technical Services Inc - [STC ST00835LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00835LA): Installation of GeoSAR Radar Mapping System on G-1159, serial number 107 ONLY. IKHANA Group Inc - [STC ST02635LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02635LA): Modification to replace the existing Mode S Transponder system with the ACSS NXT-600 Mode S Transponder with ADS-B Out. Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC - [STC ST04340NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04340NY): Installation of TCAS 7.1 (ACAS II) upgrade of Prior Existing TCAS 7.0. Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS - [STC ST00790DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00790DE): Installation of BendixKing CAS 67B Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) II Version 7.1. Peregrine - [STC ST02636LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02636LA): Modification to upgrade the existing XS-950 Mode S Transponder system to add ADS-B Out. Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC - [STC ST00347BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00347BO): Modification to upgrade a BendixKing CAS 67A TCAS II system to CAS 67B TCAS II Change 7.1. Pro Star Aviation, LLC - [STC ST00373BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00373BO): Installation of Rockwell Collins TDR-94D Transponders with ADS-B Out. Pro Star Aviation, LLC - [STC ST00135BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00135BO): Modification of Honeywell TCAS II system installation with R/T 910 and software Version 6.4a to R/T 910 with Change 7.0 software; or TCAS 2000 system with R/T 950, 951 and software Version 6.4a to R/T 950, 951 with Change 7.0 software. Pro Star Aviation, LLC - [STC ST00208BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00208BO): Installation of dual Innovative Solutions and Support Air Data Display Units and a single Skylight Avionics ADC-600 Air Data Converter in accordance with Pro Star Aviation Master Document List, Document Number 0704-MDL-01, dated July 2, 2004, or later FAA-approved revision. Pro Star Aviation, LLC - [STC ST11051SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST11051SC): Upgrade of pilot and co-pilot electromechanical flight instruments (ADI and HSI) to Rogerson Kratos EFIS 520, electronic flight instrument system (EFIS) in accordance with Compliance Data List DL1769M00, Revision IR, dated December 20, 2011 or later FAA approved revision. Airplane Flight Manual Supplement 9967-0062, Revision IR, dated December 20, 2011 or later FAA approved revision, and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness 1769R33C02, Revision A, dated August 1, 2011 or later FAA accepted revision must be made available to the operator at the time of installation. VT DRB Aviation Consultants - [STC ST03262CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03262CH): Installation of a Data Link Communication System supporting Air Traffic Services (ATS) utilizing SATCOM with a compliant Communications Management Unit. Chicago Jet Group LLC - [STC SA1696SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1696SW): Installation of Litton LTN-104 Inertial Navigation System. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA982SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA982SW): Installation of Collins FD109F and FD109H Flight Director Systems. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA999SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA999SW): Installation of Collins AVR-101 Cockpit Voice Recorder. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA943SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA943SW): Installation of dual Sperry SPI-73 Integrated Flight System, Sperry Instrumentation Comparator Monitor, and dual Sperry C11B Compass System with optional Kollsman Servoed Altimeter. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA1061SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1061SW): Wiring installation to interconnect the Litton LTN-51 Inertial Navigation System to the Sperry SP-50 Autopilot. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA1096SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1096SW): Installation of baggage compartment shelf. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA1097SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1097SW): Installation of chair track at F.S. 452.50. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA1098SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1098SW): Installation of (Air Lav) external lavatory service unit. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA1109SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1109SW): Installation of GPL Doppler System. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA2234SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2234SW): Installation of passenger continuous flow oxygen system. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA2235SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2235SW): Installation of dual Collins 61B inertial systems. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA2270SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2270SW): Manufacture and install a divan. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA2277SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2277SW): Continuous flow, low pressure oxygen system. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA2387SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2387SW): Installation of Dual Litton LTN-72R area navigation system. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA2868SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2868SW): Installation of Litton LTN 211 Omega/VLF Navigation System. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA2995SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2995SW): Installation of Global GNS-500A VLF Omega navigation system. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA5636SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5636SW): Installation of dual long range LTN-72R/NTN211 navigation systems. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA941SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA941SW): Installation of Collins HF Communication System. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA942SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA942SW): Installation of Collins AL-101 Radio Altimeter. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA944SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA944SW): Installation of plumbing and wiring for flight and voice recorders (equipment not included). Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA945SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA945SW): Litton LTN51 inertial navigation system. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA946SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA946SW): Update Sperry 2587400-274 air data computer. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System - [STC SA947SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA947SW): Rearranging DC breakers in copilot's breaker panel and providing radio master switch solenoids in power distribution box. Associated Air Center, Inc. - c/o CT Corporation System All 662: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N227LA/stcs.md ## Related - Other Grumman American Avn. G-1159 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/grumman-american-avn-g-1159/aircraft.md - The Rolls-Royce SPEY MK 511SR engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/rolls-royce-spey-mk-511sr.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.