# N27249: 1940 Porterfield LP-65

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Porterfield LP-65](https://openairdocs.org/model/porterfield-lp-65) (registry code 6480124, 2 seats)
- Engine: [Continental A-65-8](https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-8) (registry code 17329)
- Data sheets: [TCDS A-720](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-720) (Bradley Rankin), [TCDS E-205](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-205) (Continental Aerospace Technologies, Inc.) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 738
- Year built: 1940
- Type: Fixed wing single engine
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Airworthiness: Standard, normal
- Airworthiness date: January 7, 2015
- Certificate issued: November 25, 2014
- Expires: November 30, 2027
- Mode S code: A2B0F0
- Registered owner: [Shayne Suzanne L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SHAYNE%20SUZANNE%20L)
- Location: [Arlington, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Arlington)
- Owner type: Individual
- Owner's area on the map: 48.2171° N, 121.9535° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 98223, within about 10 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=27249
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N27249

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): 10 in force

### Matched by airframe (Porterfield LP-65)

None in force.

### Matched by engine (Continental A-65-8)

- [AD 98-17-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-17-11): Crankshafts · Continental Motors A-65-3, A-65-8, A75-8 and 90 more. Effective Oct 19, 1998
- [AD 98-01-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-01-06): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Feb 13, 1998
- [AD 95-21-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-21-15): Aviation Gasoline · Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12F, C85-12FJ and 77 more. Effective Nov 28, 1995
- [AD 93-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-19-04): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 184 more. Effective Oct 18, 1993
- [AD 81-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-16-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 234 more. Effective Aug 6, 1981
- [AD 81-07-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-07-06): AC Fuel Pumps · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 60 more. Effective Apr 1, 1981
- [AD 80-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-06-05): Magnetos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 254 more. Effective Mar 28, 1980
- [AD 69-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-24-03): Carburetors · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 321 more. Effective Nov 29, 1969
- [AD 69-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-09-01): Eisemann Magnetos · Eisemann Magnetos, 2A4-45-B2, 2A4-49-B2 and 158 more
- [AD 46-36-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/46-36-01): Piston Pins · Continental Motors A-65-1, A-65-12, A-65-12F and 32 more

### Historical (superseded or no longer in force)

- [AD 94-14-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-14-12) (historical): Octane Aviation Gasoline · Teledyne Continental Motors A-65-8, C85-12, E185-11 and 68 more

## Information bulletins (advisory) (3 in force)

- [SAIB NE-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-16-13): Powerplant - Prohibited use of sealant. Issued Mar 8, 2016
- [SAIB NE-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-04): Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) Connecting Rod Piston Pin Bushing Inspection. Issued Oct 31, 2012
- [SAIB CE-98-21R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-98-21R1): . Issued Jun 10, 1998

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N27249.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N27249.

## 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) (48)

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 (Porterfield LP-65)

- [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SA00079NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00079NY): Installation of Airwolf remote mounted engine oil filter kit AFC-K008 on single and multi engine fixed wing light aircraft incorporating Teledyne Continental reciprocating engines of 450 horsepower or less. Airwolf Filter Corporation
- [STC SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC
- [STC SA7965SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA7965SW): Application of fabric and polyurethane finishing system. Shady Aviation LLC
- [STC SA01757WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01757WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SA04776NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04776NY): The HIPEC Covering and Finishing System must be performed and maintained. HIPEC Aircraft Coatings Inc
- [STC SA01831WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01831WI): To allow the use of UL91 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Petersen Aviation Inc
- [STC SA10077SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10077SC): Installation of push-button starter system. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC
- [STC SA01734SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01734SE): Application of Stewart Systems synthetic fabric covering system to aircraft fuselage, wings, tail surfaces, control surfaces and related parts. Andrew D. Humphrey
- [STC SA00478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00478CH): Installation of Cooper Superflite 102 Fabric. Aviation Products Systems Inc
- [STC SA02033AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02033AT): Modification to install an air-oil separator to prevent oil from being aspirated from the engine breather line. M-20 Oil Separators LLC
- [STC SA8075SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA8075SW): Installation of fiberglass covering. (M-62 SERIES PT-19) (G-73 SCHWEIZER). Razorback Fabrics Inc
- [STC SA489EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA489EA): Installation of ARP Inc. carburetor ice detection system. Aircraft & Rotorcraft Products (ARP) Inc
- [STC SA1264GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1264GL): Surrendered and incorporated into STC SA00478CH. Cooper Aviation Supply Company, Inc
- [STC SA02520AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02520AT): Installation of M-20 Oil Separator, model 600-WP. M-20 Oil Separators LLC
- [STC SA5159NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5159NM): Installation of chip detector system. Northwest Aircraft Inc
- [STC SA5755NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5755NM): Installation of a propeller anti theft device. Davis Ray G
- [STC SA4-302](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-302): Installation of BN-1 propeller spinner. ACS Products Co, Inc
- [STC SA1351WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1351WE): Replace existing fabric on wings, fuselage, empennage, and/or control surfaces, with Ceconite101 material. (262A Series -12). Ceconite Inc
- [STC SA308EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA308EA): Installation of carburetor ice detection system 105AP in single and twin engine aircraft and single engine helicopters powered by Continental, Franklin, and Lycoming type engines equipped with Marvel-Schebler MA-2, MA-3, MA-4, MA-4-5, MA-6 and HA-6 series carburetors. (Normal,Utility and Acrobatic Category airplanes and helicopters equipped with engines and carburetors as described.). Alfred R Puccinelli
- [STC SA4-1564](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-1564): Ceconite 101 covering of fuselage and vertical fin. Cooper Engineering Corporation

### Approved for the engine (Continental A-65-8)

- [STC SE04651CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04651CH): To allow use of l00R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification SPEC-l00R-22. Swift Fuels LLC
- [STC SE2932SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2932SW): Install carburetor air temperature indicator. Approved for Aircooled Motors (Franklin Engine Co.) equipped with float carburetors. Model eligibility included here may not be inclusive. Alcor LLC
- [STC SE208SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE208SO): Installation of ice indicator in the carburetor. LegacySTC.com. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE03232CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03232CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit p/n TA2925-1 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc
- [STC SE04577CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04577CH): Install an electronic engine ignition system. Electroair Acquisition Corp
- [STC SE01966WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01966WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas in spark ignition piston aircraft engines. General Aviation Modifications Inc
- [STC SE00533SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00533SE): Installation of Real Gasket Corporation Continental Engine Pushrod Tube Modification. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE4247SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4247SW): Regrind crankshaft to .020 undersize on crankpin and main journals. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE4271SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4271SW): Alteration of crankcase to accept alternate front main bearing P/N530058. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE3330NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3330NM): Continental valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee
- [STC SE1592GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1592GL): Installation of Slick Aircraft Products Magneto Model 4202 or Model 4302. Champion Aerospace LLC
- [STC SE09002SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09002SC): Regrind Teledyne Continental crankshafts, to .020-inch undersize on crankpin and main journals. Aircraft Specialties Services Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE1780NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1780NM): Installation of Precise Flight standby vacuum system (SVS III). Precise Flight Inc
- [STC SE01943CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01943CH): Add the following approved fuels: unleaded automotive gasoline 87 minimum antiknock index, per ASTM Specification D-439 or D-4814 of any volatility class, A through E, or 82UL AVGAS per ASTM D-6227. Experimental Aircraft Association Inc
- [STC SE634GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE634GL): Superseded by STC SE01943CH. Add the following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index. EAA Aviation Foundation. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE09513SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09513SC): Installation and usage of Exxon 20W50 Multigrade aircraft engine oil conforming to Exxon Oil Formulation WS-3013. Exxon Company USA. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE1-201](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1-201): Installation of the Richter Aero Equipment Type B-4 or B-5 Temperature Probe. (O-360 SERIES (excl. A1C, C2B, C2D)). MidContinent Instru Co Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE09014SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09014SC): Installation of Superior Air Parts millennium series cylinder power assemblies p/n SA65000-A20P. Superior Air Parts, Inc
- [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE5879SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5879SW): Use of Phillips X/C II 20W-50 and25W-60 oil (OSS 55875) in all Avco reciprocating aircraft engines from 65 to 450 BHP. Phillips Petroleum Co. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE2029CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2029CE): Add the following approved fuel: unleaded automotive gasoline, 87 minimum antiknock index and leaded automotive gasoline, 88 minimum antiknock index(RON+MON)/2. Intermixing with aviation gasoline also approved. Petersen Aviation Inc
- [STC SE80NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE80NE): Installation and usage of Bel-Ray synthetic aviation oil, Bel-Ray Aero 1, (nonsupercharged), horizontally opposed direct drive, aircraft engines of 350 hp. or less. Bel-Ray Company, Inc. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE64WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE64WE): Installation of oil screen and oil cooler adapter. Laurence E Hill. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE984SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE984SW): Delco 55A ampere alternator. (C85 SERIES Suffix F Series). Waldrop Lee A. Lists A-65 Series
- [STC SE4-1610](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4-1610): ONE ONLY STC - Replace original push rod cover. S/N 2054728. Norbert W. Naatus
- [STC SE44WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE44WE): Use of Kling Aviation Oil, Specifications KL-100, KL-200 and KL-300 in Continental and Lycoming engines. Kling Oil Company. Lists A-65 Series

## Related

- Other Porterfield LP-65 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/porterfield-lp-65/aircraft.md
- The Continental A-65-8 engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/continental-a-65-8.md

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