# N321DF: 2001 J W Jeffery MURPHY ELITE - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [J W Jeffery MURPHY ELITE](https://openairdocs.org/model/j-w-jeffery-murphy-elite) (registry code 05642E4, 3 seats) - Engine: [Lycoming O-320-H2AD](https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-h2ad) (registry code 42131) - Data sheets: [TCDS E-274](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-274) (Lycoming Engines) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 570E - Year built: 2001 - Type: Fixed wing single engine - Engine type: Reciprocating - Airworthiness: Experimental, amateur built - Airworthiness date: April 24, 2024 - Certificate issued: March 29, 2024 - Expires: March 31, 2031 - Mode S code: A37258 - Registered owner: [Franklin David A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/FRANKLIN%20DAVID%20A) - Location: [Sealy, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/Sealy) - Owner type: Individual - Owner's area on the map: 29.7736° N, 96.1898° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 77474, within about 8 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=321DF - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N321DF 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): 24 in force ### Matched by airframe (J W Jeffery MURPHY ELITE) None in force. ### Matched by engine (Lycoming O-320-H2AD) - [AD 2026-04-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-04-11): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 605 more. Effective Apr 8, 2026 - [AD 2017-16-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-16-11): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 93 more. Effective Aug 15, 2017 - [AD 2012-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-07): Carburetor · Lycoming Engines GO-435, GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A and 389 more. Effective Mar 27, 2012 - [AD 2007-04-19 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-04-19-R1): SAP cylinder assemblies · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 314 more. Effective May 7, 2007 - [AD 2002-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-12-07): Oil Filter Converter Plate Gasket or the Converter Plate Kit · Lycoming Engines HIO-360-E1AD, HIO-360-E1BD, HIO-360-F1AD and 95 more. Effective Jul 3, 2002 - [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 98-02-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-02-08): Crankshaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 216 more. Effective Mar 30, 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 97-15-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-15-11): Cylinder kits · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 538 more. Effective Aug 12, 1997 - [AD 95-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-26-02): Aviation Gasoline · Lycoming Engines IO-320-B1A, IO-320-B1B, IO-320-B1C and 182 more. Effective Jan 24, 1996 - [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 92-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-12-05): Piston Pins · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 532 more. Effective Jul 10, 1992 - [AD 90-04-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-04-06-R1): Propeller Governor External Oil Line · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 427 more. Effective May 28, 1991 - [AD 80-04-03 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-04-03-R2): Hydraulic Lifter · Lycoming Engines LO-360-E1A6D, LTO-360-E1A6D, O-320-H1AD and 7 more. Effective Apr 25, 1988 - [AD 80-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-14-07): Upper Exhaust Valve Spring Seats · Lycoming Engines LO-360-E1A6D, O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD and 5 more. Effective Jul 7, 1980 - [AD 79-10-03 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-10-03-R2): Engine Mounting Bracket Attaching Bolts · Lycoming Engines LO-360-E1A6D, O-320-H2AD and O-360-E1A6D. Effective Jul 1, 1980 - [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 78-12-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-12-09): Crankshaft Gear Assembly · Lycoming Engines O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD, O-320-H2AD and 3 more. Effective Feb 20, 1979 - [AD 77-07-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-07-07): Oil Level Gage · Lycoming Engines O-320-H2AD. Effective Feb 20, 1979 - [AD 77-20-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-20-07): Loose Rocker Arm Retaining Studs and Hydraulic Tappets · Lycoming Engines O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD, O-320-H2AD and 3 more. Effective Aug 31, 1978 - [AD 78-12-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-12-08): Oil Pump Body · Lycoming Engines O-320-H1AD, O-320-H1BD, O-320-H2AD and 3 more. Effective Jun 20, 1978 - [AD 75-08-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-08-09): Oil Pump Drive Shaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6, AEIO-360-A1C and 365 more. Effective Aug 18, 1977 - [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 67-01-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/67-01-04): Oil Filters · Full flow oil filter (Superior Flow STC SA401SW or 2 others). Effective Jan 2, 1967 ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 2024-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-21-02) (historical): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 548 more. Effective Dec 5, 2024 - [AD 2005-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-26-10) (historical): ECi cylinder assemblies. · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 413 more. Effective Jan 31, 2006 - [AD 2000-18-53](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-18-53) (historical): Oil Filter Converter Plate Gaskets · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-540, IO-360-A1B6D, IO-360-A1D6D and 73 more ## Information bulletins (advisory) (6 in force) - [SAIB NE-06-31R6](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R6): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Sep 26, 2022 - [SAIB NE-19-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-19-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section - Lycoming Engines Parallel Valve Cylinders. Issued May 2, 2019 - [SAIB NE-08-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32R1): Propeller Governor Idler Gear Shaft Set Screw. Issued May 13, 2016 - [SAIB NE-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-14-13): Reciprocating Engine - Cylinder Mounting Studs. Issued Mar 24, 2014 - [SAIB NE-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-13-06): Pushrod Shroud Spring Retainers, Engine Components Part No. AEL14995, for Lycoming Engines 320, 360, and 540 Series Engines. Issued Nov 21, 2012 - [SAIB NE-08-26R3](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-26R3): Magneto/Distributor. Issued Mar 31, 2011 - [SAIB NE-06-31R5](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R5) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Oct 19, 2011 - [SAIB NE-06-31R4](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R4) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Jul 6, 2011 - [SAIB NE-06-31R3](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R3) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Jul 22, 2009 - [SAIB NE-06-31R2](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-31R2) (historical): Engine Lubricating Oils. Issued Apr 29, 2009 - [SAIB NE-08-26R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-26R1) (historical): Dual Magnetos. Issued Jul 8, 2008 - [SAIB NE-08-32](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-08-32) (historical): Propeller Governor Set Screw. Issued Jul 3, 2008 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N321DF. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N321DF. ## 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) (40) 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 engine (Lycoming O-320-H2AD) - [STC SE00825WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00825WI): Installation of Specialty Products Spin-on oil filter on Lycoming Engines. B & C Specialty Products Inc - [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. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE208SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE208SO): Installation of ice indicator in the carburetor. LegacySTC.com. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE04349CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04349CH): Installation of SureFly electronic ignition. SureFly Partners Ltd - [STC SE01954SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01954SE): Installation of engine crankcase seal. Ly-Con Rebuilding Company - [STC SE02352CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02352CH): Installation of Challenger cleanable oil filter assembly. Challenger Aviation Products Inc - [STC SE00939WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00939WI): Installation of B&C Specialty Products Model BC 315-( ) Starter on Lycoming engines. B & C Specialty Products Inc - [STC SE2391CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2391CE): Installation of B&C Speciality Products lightweight (10.2 pounds) engine starter, part number BC-315-100-1 (12 volts) or part number BC-315-100-3 (24 volts) on engines with ring gears that have 122 teeth. B & C Specialty Products Inc. Lists O-320 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 SE8628SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8628SW): Installation of oil nozzles for lubrication of cam and filters. Cygnet Aerospace Corp - [STC SE4408SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE4408SW): Miscellaneous engine cylinder replacement parts. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE8776SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8776SW): Installation of coated cylinders and piston rings. Continental Motors, Inc. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE00218NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00218NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 12 volt starter installed. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE00226NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00226NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 24-volt starter Models 149-24HT and 122-24HT. Approval limited to 24-volt DC source available to the starter. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SE00357NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00357NY): Replacement of Lycoming starter with SKY-TEC 24-volt starter installed. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE2901NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2901NM): Lycoming valve cover gasket. Real Gaskets Tennessee - [STC SE00590DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00590DE): Installation of modified Lubricated Camshaft. Centri-Lube Technologies LLC - [STC SE01930NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE01930NY): Installation of Casper Labs 90 degree oil filter housing adapter. Casper Labs Inc - [STC SE02157NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE02157NY): Installation and maintenance of new roller-bearing lifters and camshaft. Air P Techno Inc - [STC SE1779NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1779NM): Installation of Precise Flight, Inc. Standby Vacuum System SVS III. Precise Flight Inc - [STC SE5743NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5743NM): Intallation of adapter for externally mounted oil filter. Aviation Development Corporation - [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 O-320 Series - [STC SE09492SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE09492SC): Installation and usage of Exxon 20W50 multigrade aircraft engine oil conforming to Exxon Oil formulation WS-3013. Exxon Company USA. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE00350SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00350SE): Installation of sump mounted chip detector. Aviation Development Corporation - [STC SE8023SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE8023SW): Installation and usage of AEROSHELL. Shell Development Co. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE702NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE702NE): Modification of crankcase tappet bores to accommodate large tappets. Mattituck Airbase, Inc. Lists O-320-H Series - [STC SE3647SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE3647SW): Engine replacement parts. U.S. Technical. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE452NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE452NE): Installation and usage of 'Mobil AV 1' aviation oil. Mobil Research & Development Corp. Lists O-320 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 O-320 Series - [STC SE5924SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5924SW): Installation of stainless steel replacement exhaust studs on AVCO engines. Perrigo & Steele Aircraft Engr Company. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE244NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE244NE): Installation of Mattituck plasma flame sprayed cylinder barrels in Teledyne reciprocating engines. Mattituck Airbase, Inc. Lists O-320 Series - [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 O-320 Series - [STC SE1445SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1445SO): Use of Aero-blend oil additive in Teledyne (non turbocharged) aircraft engines. ProTec. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE128NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE128NE): Use of AMS/OIL 15W 50 synthetic piston aircraft oil in Avco engines. AMS/OIL. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE508AL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE508AL): Addition of crankcase relief valve. Univair Aircraft Corp - [STC SE2392SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2392SW): Conversion to fuel injection configuration equivalent IO-320-E2A. Swick Aircraft. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE2-7](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2-7): Carburetor air temperature bulb in Marvel-Schebler MA-4-5 carburetor. McElroy Lynn. Lists O-320 Series - [STC SE5CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5CE): Prestolite ALK-5001 alternator. Larsen Industries. Lists O-320 Series ## Earlier aircraft with N321DF The FAA can reassign an N-number once a registration is cancelled. These aircraft carried N321DF before. - [Cancelled 2018-01-18](https://openairdocs.org/deregistered/N321DF-2018-01-18): Habegger S/Harnish R GLASAIR SUPER II-SFT, S/N 2286, built 2005. Registration expired, pending cancellation. Owner: [Bishop Ag Air LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BISHOP%20AG%20AIR%20LLC), [Dewitt, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Dewitt) ## Related - Other J W Jeffery MURPHY ELITE aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/j-w-jeffery-murphy-elite/aircraft.md - The Lycoming O-320-H2AD engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-o-320-h2ad.md --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. 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