# N38VA: 1993 Eurocopter/Canada BO 105LS A-3 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Eurocopter/Canada BO 105LS A-3](https://openairdocs.org/model/eurocopter-canada-bo-105ls-a-3) (registry code 8680965, 6 seats) - Engine: [Allison 250-C20 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/allison-250-c20-series) (registry code 03020) - Data sheets: [TCDS H3EU](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/H3EU) (Airbus Helicopters Deutschland GmbH (AHD)), [TCDS E4CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E4CE) (Rolls-Royce Corporation) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 2040 - Year built: 1993 - Type: Rotorcraft - Engine type: Turbo-shaft - Airworthiness: Standard, normal - Airworthiness date: October 22, 1993 - Certificate issued: August 5, 2011 - Expires: August 31, 2027 - Mode S code: A45ACD - Registered owner: [Brown Helicopter Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BROWN%20HELICOPTER%20INC) - Location: [Pensacola, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Pensacola) - Owner type: Corporation - Owner's area on the map: 30.3919° N, 87.3720° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 32506, within about 3 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=38VA - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N38VA 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. The registry lists only the engine series, so ADs for every Allison 250-C20 model are included. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 41 in force ### Matched by airframe (Eurocopter/Canada BO 105LS A-3) - [AD 2025-25-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-25-05): Rotorcraft Flight Control · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105S and 6 more. Effective Dec 31, 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 2023-11-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-11-07): Ground Proximity System · Airbus Helicopters 47, 206, 210 and 237 more. Effective Jun 22, 2023 - [AD 2023-03-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-03-01): Main Rotor System · ECD Superlifter Conversion Kit 105-800331 (Eurocopter Deutschland STC SR00043RD). Effective Feb 21, 2023 - [AD 2022-24-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-24-07): Main Rotor Drive System · ECD Superlifter Conversion Kit 105-800331 (Eurocopter Deutschland STC SR00043RD). Effective Jan 6, 2023 - [AD 2021-13-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-13-14): Cabin Equipment/Furnishings · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105LS A-3 and 1 more. Effective Aug 17, 2021 - [AD 2021-10-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-10-21): Main Rotor System · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105LS A-3 and 9 more. Effective Jul 7, 2021 - [AD 2021-07-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-07-08): Main Rotor Mast/Swashplate · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105LS A-1 and 2 more. Effective Apr 30, 2021 - [AD 2017-05-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-05-03): Main Rotor Blade · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105C, BO-105LS A-3 and BO-105S. Effective Mar 17, 2017 - [AD 2013-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-16-13): Tail Rotor Head · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105LS A-1 and 8 more. Effective Sep 27, 2013 - [AD 2013-16-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-16-06): Main Rotor Blades · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105LS A-1 and 2 more. Effective Sep 13, 2013 - [AD 2013-11-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-11-15): Main Rotor Control · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105LS A-1 and 14 more. Effective Jul 26, 2013 - [AD 2012-13-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-13-11): Tail Rotor Head · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105LS A-3, MBB-BK 117 A-1, MBB-BK 117 A-3 and 5 more. Effective Aug 7, 2012 - [AD 2011-25-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-25-01): Liferafts · Agusta AB412, AB412 EP, 206A and 23 more. Effective Jan 17, 2012 - [AD 2006-15-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-15-14): Fixed bolts and nuts, main rotor nuts · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105LS A-3. Effective Aug 31, 2006 - [AD 2000-18-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-18-13): Tension-Torsion (TT) Strap · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105LS A-3. Effective Oct 19, 2000 - [AD 92-11-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-11-01): Torque Indication Hose Assembly · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105LS A-3. Effective Aug 28, 1992 - [AD 87-26-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-26-02-R1): Main Rotor Control Rods · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105LS A-1 and 2 more. Effective Sep 26, 1989 - [AD 87-09-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-09-03): Rotor Blade Bolts · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105LS A-1 and 6 more. Effective Aug 26, 1988 - [AD 87-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-19-01): Stc Sh479gl Labels · Lubrication oil scavenge filter is installed in the existing… (Facet Filter Products STC SH1853SO or 3 others). Effective Dec 18, 1987 ### Matched by engine (Allison 250-C20 series) - [AD 2022-10-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-10-06): Turbine Section · Rolls-Royce 250-C20, 250-C20B, 250-C20C (T63-A-720) and 9 more. Effective Jun 28, 2022 - [AD 2018-13-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-13-01): Turbine Governor · Rolls-Royce 250-C10 (T63-A-5), 250-C18, 250-C18A and 24 more. Effective Aug 16, 2018 - [AD 2006-16-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-16-04): Inspection of the fuel nozzle screen · Rolls-Royce 250-B15A, 250-B15E, 250-B15G and 43 more. Effective Sep 7, 2006 - [AD 2006-13-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-13-06): Gas producer rotor assembly tie bolts · Rolls-Royce 250-B17, 250-B17B, 250-B17C and 16 more. Effective Jul 26, 2006 - [AD 2005-10-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-10-13): Turbine energy absorbing ring · Rolls-Royce 250-B17B, 250-B17C, 250-B17D and 7 more. Effective Jun 22, 2005 - [AD 2004-26-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-26-09): Compressor Adaptor Couplings · Rolls-Royce 250-B17, 250-B17B, 250-B17C and 8 more. Effective Feb 8, 2005 - [AD 2001-24-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-24-12): Helical Torquemeter Gearshaft Assembly · Rolls-Royce 250-B17, 250-B17C, 250-B17D and 13 more. Effective Dec 19, 2001 - [AD 98-24-28](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-24-28): Main Fuel Control Bellows · Rolls-Royce 250-B15A, 250-B15E, 250-B15G and 36 more. Effective Jan 7, 1999 - [AD 96-19-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-19-01): Superior Air Parts Manufacture Approval (PMA) Bearings · Rolls-Royce 250-B15G, 250-B17F, 250-B17F/1 and 17 more. Effective Sep 26, 1996 - [AD 93-25-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-25-05): Driveshaft Flex Coupling Bolts, Bushings, and Nuts · Rolls-Royce 250-C20S with STC SE2352NM. Effective Feb 22, 1994 - [AD 88-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-17-01): Fuel Controls · Rolls-Royce 250-B17, 250-B17B, 250-B17C and 26 more. Effective Mar 1, 1989 - [AD 83-03-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-03-02-R1): Slotted Third Stage Turbine Wheels · Rolls-Royce 250-B17, 250-B17B, 250-B17C and 5 more. Effective Feb 28, 1984 - [AD 82-24-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/82-24-05): Control Assembly and Power Turbine Governor Assembly · Rolls-Royce 250-B15A, 250-B15E, 250-B15G and 43 more. Effective Nov 26, 1982 - [AD 82-13-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/82-13-03): Modify Engine High Pressure Fuel Control Filter Assembly · Rolls-Royce 250-C20 and 250-C20B. Effective Jul 1, 1982 - [AD 79-21-01 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-21-01-R1): Third Stage Turbine Wheel Blade · Rolls-Royce 250-B17, 250-B17B, 250-B17C and 3 more. Effective Jun 3, 1981 - [AD 78-14-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-14-08): Fuel Pump Drive Spline · Rolls-Royce 250-C18, 250-C18A, 250-C18B and 3 more. Effective Oct 24, 1979 - [AD 77-15-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-15-12): Power Turbine Coupling Nut · Rolls-Royce 250-B15A, 250-B15E, 250-B15G and 23 more. Effective Sep 23, 1977 - [AD 77-09-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-09-08): Bleed Valve Diaphragm · Rolls-Royce 250-B17, 250-B17B, 250-C20 and 2 more. Effective Jul 18, 1977 - [AD 74-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-14-03): Fuel Control Rigging · Rolls-Royce 250-C20. Effective Jul 10, 1974 - [AD 73-19-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-19-07): Turbine Governor-To-Fuel Control Tube · Rolls-Royce 250-C20. Effective Sep 14, 1973 - [AD 72-03-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-03-06): Turbine Wheels · Rolls-Royce 250-B15A, 250-B15E, 250-B15G and 9 more. Effective Feb 8, 1972 ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [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 2021-10-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-10-14) (historical): Main Rotor System · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105LS A-3 and 1 more. Effective Jun 24, 2021 - [AD 2019-07-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-07-07) (historical): Main Rotor System · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105LS A-3 and 9 more. Effective May 24, 2019 - [AD 2016-25-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-25-14) (historical): Main Rotor System · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105LS A-3. Effective Jan 31, 2017 - [AD 99-20-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-20-13) (historical): TT Strap · Eurocopter Canada BO 105 LS A-3. Effective Nov 2, 1999 - [AD 97-26-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-26-02) (historical): Main Rotor Mast Flange Crack Inspection · Airbus Helicopters Deutschland BO-105A, BO-105C, BO-105LS A-1 and 2 more. Effective Dec 31, 1997 - [AD 2017-18-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-18-14) (historical): Turbine Section · Rolls-Royce 250-C20, 250-C20B, 250-C20F and 8 more. Effective Oct 13, 2017 - [AD 2015-02-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-02-22) (historical): Repetitive visual inspections · Rolls-Royce 250-B17, 250-B17B, 250-B17C and 15 more. Effective Mar 9, 2015 - [AD 2012-14-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-14-06) (historical): Released turbine blades and shrouds · Rolls-Royce 250-C20, 250-C20B and 250-C20R/2. Effective Aug 14, 2012 - [AD 2004-24-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-24-09) (historical): Fuel nozzle · Rolls-Royce 250-B15A, 250-B15E, 250-B15G and 40 more. Effective Jan 5, 2005 - [AD 2001-20-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-20-51) (historical): Helical Torquemeter Gearshaft Assembly · 250-B17, 250-B17C, 250-B17D and 12 more ## Information bulletins (advisory) (2 in force) - [SAIB SW-12-45](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-12-45): Garmin Model 400W/500W Series GPS-WAAS Navigation System. Issued Oct 3, 2012 - [SAIB CE-01-10](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-01-10): . Issued Jan 24, 2001 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N38VA. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N38VA. ## 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) (31) 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/Canada BO 105LS A-3) - [STC SR00643SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00643SE): Installation of Geneva Aviation Video System. Turbolyft USA Corporation - [STC SR02301SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02301SE): Installation of Geneva Aviation 28 - 14 VDC Power Converter. AEM USA 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 SR01694SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01694SE): Fabrication of Onboard Systems Models 200-302-00 and 200-387-00 Talon LC Hydraulic Cargo Hook Kits without Load Weigh and Models 200-303-00 and 200-388-00 Talon LC Hydraulic Cargo Hook Kits with Load Weigh. Onboard Systems International - [STC SR02704SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02704SE): Installation and maintenance of the Sunspot 36 and 46 series lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC - [STC SR00359BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00359BO): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SR00910SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00910SE): Replacement of the original landing gear skid tubes with DART Model D105-674-011 skid tubes. Dart Aerospace USA Inc - [STC SR02487AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02487AK): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems ESI-500 Standby Instrument System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [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 SR02394AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02394AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or hover light bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting system. Seaplanes North LLC - [STC SR00062NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00062NY): Installation of Emergency Medical Oxygen System. Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation - [STC SH664NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH664NE): Installation of a medical interior and life support equipment. Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation - [STC SH5253NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH5253NM): Installation of Air Comm Corporation Cabin Heating and Ventilation system. Air Comm Corporation - [STC SR09221RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09221RC): Replacement of main, aft, and supply fuel tanks. Apical Industries, Inc. dba Dart Aerospace - [STC SR03449NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03449NY): Installation of a Sky Trac ISAT-200 Airborne Position/Data Communicator. Sky Trac Systems Ltd - [STC SR01546SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01546SE): Installation of a Supplemental Lighting System. Aviation Specialties Unlimited Inc - [STC SR02148AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02148AK): Fabrication and installation of Airglas Engineering Company, Inc., P/N L8500-BO105 ski kit. Airglas Inc - [STC SR03027CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR03027CH): Installation of Air Ambulance Unit in accordance with Ocean Air Master Data List, Report AC-BO105, Revision Original, Dated February 1st 2011 or later FAA Approved Revision. Ocean Air Aviation - [STC SR00043RD](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00043RD): Installation of an ECD Superlifter Conversion Kit 105-800331 (main rotor blades, tall rotor blades, and modification to the hydraulic system for a power boost of the collective controls). Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH - [STC SA2629NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2629NM): Installation of a retractable antenna mechanism and UHF or microwave antenna on right hand skid. AAR Aircraft Services Inc - [STC SH2629NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH2629NM): Install a retractable antenna mechanism and UHF or microwave antenna on right hand skid. AAR Oklahoma Inc ### Approved for the engine (Allison 250-C20 series) - [STC SE2352NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE2352NM): Modification of turbine engine. Fifty-Ten-Yankee LLC. Lists 250-C20S - [STC SE5511NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE5511NM): Installation of compressor discharge pressue (PC) valve. Bell Helicopter Textron Inc - [STC SE769NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE769NW): Installation of Soloy Part No. 250-1001-1 fuel line. Siam Hiller Holdings Inc - [STC SE00014EN](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00014EN): Installation of the Pratt & Whitney Engine Services, Inc. CrossCheck Engine Monitor Kit P/N HUMS-K-071-1, Rev. A on the specified PT6A engine models and kit P/N HUMS-K-071-2 on the specified A250 engine models. Pratt & Whitney Engine Services Inc. Lists 250-C20B - [STC SE00027EN](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE00027EN): Installation of Pratt & Whitney Engine Services Inc. Intellistart plus electronic control unit (ECU), P/N DPU-K-010 on the specified 250 engine models. Pratt & Whitney Engine Services Inc - [STC SE492GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE492GL): Incorporation of a fuel flow transducer. Shadin Avionics - [STC ST00037AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00037AT): Unison igniter plugs, P/N 9044400-1. Unison Industries - [STC SQ00338AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SQ00338AT): Unison igniter leads, P/N9048222-101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106. Unison Industries ## Related - Other Eurocopter/Canada BO 105LS A-3 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/eurocopter-canada-bo-105ls-a-3/aircraft.md - The Allison 250-C20 series engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/allison-250-c20-series.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.