# N445QS: 2006 Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X (G450) - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X (G450)](https://openairdocs.org/model/gulfstream-aerospace-giv-x-g450) (registry code 3980205, 22 seats) - Engine: [Rolls-Royce TAY-611SER](https://openairdocs.org/engine/rolls-royce-tay-611ser) (registry code 54561) - Data sheets: [TCDS A12EA](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A12EA) (Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 4037 - Year built: 2006 - Type: Fixed wing multi engine - Engine type: Turbo-fan - Airworthiness: Standard, transport - Airworthiness date: January 11, 2006 - Certificate issued: October 21, 2026 - Expires: October 31, 2033 - Mode S code: A55E9F - Registered owner: [Dodson International Parts Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DODSON%20INTERNATIONAL%20PARTS%20INC) - Location: [Rantoul, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Rantoul) - Owner type: Corporation - Owner's area on the map: 38.5420° N, 95.1245° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 66079, 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=445QS - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N445QS 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): 17 in force ### Matched by airframe (Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X (G450)) - [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 2023-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-08-03): Flight Controls · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159A, G-1159B, G-IV and 1 more. Effective Jun 20, 2023 - [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 2019-20-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-20-08): Flight Controls · Gulfstream Aerospace G-IV and GIV-X. Effective Dec 13, 2019 - [AD 2018-09-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-09-04): Landing Gear · Gulfstream Aerospace G-IV and GIV-X. Effective Jun 11, 2018 - [AD 2017-26-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-26-05): Wings · Gulfstream Aerospace G-1159A, G-IV and GIV-X. Effective Jan 25, 2018 - [AD 2017-20-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-20-08): Airborne Auxiliary Power and Fuselage · Gulfstream Aerospace G-IV, GIV-X, GV and 2 more. Effective Nov 6, 2017 - [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 2012-26-15 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-26-15-R1): Navigation · Agusta AW139, A318-111, A318-112 and 70 more. Effective Dec 3, 2014 - [AD 2012-25-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-25-07): Flight controls · Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X. Effective Dec 17, 2012 - [AD 2012-13-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-13-12): Flight controls · Gulfstream Aerospace G-IV, GIV-X, GV and 1 more. Effective Aug 1, 2012 - [AD 2007-12-25](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-12-25): Forward water drain/supply valves · Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X, GV and GV-SP. Effective Jul 5, 2007 - [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 2006-04-13 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-04-13-R1): Airplane flight manual (AFM) · Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X and GV-SP. Effective Mar 13, 2006 - [AD 2005-16-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-16-14): Floor heater pad system · Gulfstream Aerospace G-IV, GIV-X, GV and 1 more. Effective Aug 30, 2005 - [AD 94-01-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-01-05): Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System II Processors · Airbus A340-211, A340-212, A340-213 and 85 more. Effective Feb 4, 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 ### Matched by engine (Rolls-Royce TAY-611SER) None in force. ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 2012-26-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-26-15) (historical): Navigation · Agusta AW139, A318-111, A318-112 and 71 more. Effective Jan 24, 2013 - [AD 2009-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-17-01) (historical): Airborne Auxiliary Power · Gulfstream Aerospace G-IV, GIV-X, GV and 1 more. Effective Aug 26, 2009 - [AD 2006-04-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-04-13) (historical): Airplane flight manual · Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X and GV-SP. Effective Mar 13, 2006 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (3 in force) - [SAIB CE-19-20](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-19-20): Flight Compartment Windows. Issued Dec 5, 2019 - [SAIB NM-10-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-10-13): Navigation: Flight Management System. Issued Jan 7, 2010 - [SAIB NM-10-12](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-10-12): Navigation: Flight Management System. Issued Jan 7, 2010 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N445QS. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N445QS. ## Service difficulty reports (14) As reported by operators and repair stations. Matched to this aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model. - [SDR DXTA022220213791](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA022220213791), Feb 16, 2021: CONTROL UNIT. FAULTED. FIRE DETECTION LOOP FAULT CAS: DURING FLIGHT AMBER CAS "FIRE DETECTION LOOP FAULT" AND FIRE DETECTION, LEFT, LOOP A, FAULT ILLUMINATED. FOLLOWED QRH PROCEDURE. - [SDR DXTA021820213791](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA021820213791), Feb 16, 2021: FAULT MESSAGE. ILLUMINATED. FIRE DETECTION LOOP FAULT CAS: DURING FLIGHT AMBER CAS "FIRE DETECTION LOOP FAULT" AND FIRE DETECTION, LEFT, LOOP A, FAULT ILLUMINATED. FOLLOWED QRH PROCEDURE. - [SDR GR4D20180719005](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GR4D20180719005), Jul 19, 2018: ATTACH ANGLE. CORRODED. FOUND CORROSION ALONG LOWER SIDE OF LT HORIZONTAL REAR BEAM (INTERNAL) ATTACH ANGLES AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS WHICH REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF CAP ANGLE. - [SDR GR4D20180719004](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GR4D20180719004), Jul 19, 2018: ATTACH ANGLE. CORRODED. FOUND CORROSION ALONG LOWER SIDE OF RT HORIZONTAL REAR BEAM (INTERNAL) ATTACH ANGLES AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS WHICH REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF CAP ANGLE. - [SDR GR4D20180719003](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GR4D20180719003), Jul 19, 2018: ATTACH ANGLE. CORRODED. FOUND CORROSION ALONG UPPER SIDE OF RT HORIZONTAL REAR BEAM (INTERNAL) ATTACH ANGLES AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS WHICH REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF CAP ANGLE. - [SDR GR4D20180719002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GR4D20180719002), Jul 19, 2018: ATTACH ANGLE. CORRODED. FOUND CORROSION ALONG UPPER SIDE OF LT HORIZONTAL REAR BEAM (INTERNAL) ATTACH ANGLES AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS WHICH REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF CAP ANGLE. - [SDR GR4D20180719001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GR4D20180719001), Jul 19, 2018: WINGLET. CORRODED. R/H WINGLET BORES V11, V15 AND V16 MEASURE .880 AND HAVE PITTING IN BORES THAT REQUIRE MAJOR REPAIR. - [SDR GR4D20180502001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/GR4D20180502001), May 2, 2018: HINGE. CORRODED. RT ELEVATOR NR 4 HINGE BLEEDING RUST AND BEARING SLOPPY. - [SDR DXTAT2PL6D005AMQQ](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTAT2PL6D005AMQQ), Aug 7, 2017: UNKNOWN. ODOR. SHORTLY AFTER TAKE OFF, VERY STRONG CHEMICAL ODOR FILLED THE CABIN. ODOR DISSIPATES WHEN RIGHT PACK SELECTED OFF. - [SDR DXTA2017072006429](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2017072006429), Jul 20, 2017: RESERVOIR. LEAKING. VERY STRONG ODOR ON T/O FOR 2MIN .. ON DESCENT FOR ENTIRE TIME. CHEMICAL LIKE SMELL THAT U COULD TASTE AND BURNS EYES. ISOLATED ODOR TO RH PACK. RESOLUTION: R/H - [SDR DXTA2017061106408](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2017061106408), Jun 11, 2017: DUCT. LEAKING. STRONG ODOR AT TAKE-OFF AND POWER CHANGES. SMELLS LIKE A CHEMICAL AND WET "PUP TENT". WORST ODOR ON LAST LANDING, COULD TASTE, BURNS EYES. ODOR LINGERED WELL AF - [SDR DXTA2013040105348](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2013040105348), Mar 31, 2013: DUMP VALVE. FAILED. FLAPS 20, SELECTED MLG DOWN. RECEIVED A RED HANDLE & LT / RT GEAR UNSAFE & NLG UNSAFE CAS MESSAGES & LT HYD LOW CAS MESSAGE. LT HYD INDICATED 1.8. PROCEEDED WIT - [SDR DXTA2011090604715](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2011090604715), Sep 4, 2011: VALVE. STUCK. DURING CLIMB OUT, ON FERRY FLT, A FUEL IMBALANCE WAS OBSERVED ON FUEL GUAGES. ON FURTHER INSP FROM CABIN, FUEL WAS STREAMING OUT OF RT WING IN AREA OF PLENUM. I - [SDR DXTA2011090104037](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/DXTA2011090104037), Aug 31, 2011: VALVE. STUCK. INFLIGHT - A THICK TRAIL OF FUEL LEAKING FROM THE RT WING WAS BROUGHT TO OUR ATTENTION BY THE FA. AN APPROX 350 LBS FUEL IMBALANCE CONFIRMED THE RT FUEL LEVEL W ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (274, 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 (Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X (G450)) - [STC ST04817NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04817NY): Replacement of OEM Standard 44 amp-hour batteries. ALOFT AeroArchitects - [STC ST12461IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST12461IB): Installation of Cockpit Voice Recorder with optional RIPS Upgrade. Mid- Canada Mod Center - [STC ST00885LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00885LA): Installation of fire extinguisher cartridges as replacements for Pacific Scientific fire extinguisher cartridges in fire extinguisher bottles. AMETEK AMERON, LLC d/b/a MASS Systems - [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 ST04572AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04572AT): Installation of SpaceX Starlink Aviation System. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [STC ST04099NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04099NY): Installation of Satcom Direct Plane Simple. Delta Engineering Corporation - [STC ST00892LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00892LA): Installation of Emergency Vision Assurance System (EVAS). VisionSafe LLC - [STC ST03885AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03885AT): Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc - [STC ST04571AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04571AT): Installation of Halotron BrX water fire extinguishers. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [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 ST01117DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01117DE): Installation of the Gogo ATG C1. Peregrine - [STC ST11929IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST11929IB): Installation of a Medical Oxygen Overboard Discharge Indicator. Jet Aviation AG - [STC ST04611CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04611CH): INSTALLATION OF A SPACE-X STARLINK AVIATION SYSTEM. Nextant Aerospace - [STC ST04344AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04344AT-D): Installation of Satcom Direct Plane Simple KU System. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [STC ST04543AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04543AT): Honeywell RT-300 Radio Altimeter Bandpass Filter Installation (FAA AD 2023-10-02 Terminating Action). Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [STC ST04542AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04542AT): Honeywell KRA-405B Radio Altimeter Bandpass Filter Installation (FAA AD 2023-10-02 Terminating Action). Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [STC ST04273CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04273CH): Installation of a GOGO Avance L5 Integrated in-flight connectivity system. Pentastar Aviation LLC - [STC ST01936WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01936WI): Installation of LED lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC - [STC ST01109DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01109DE): Installation of Gogo MB13 Antennas. Peregrine - [STC ST04159CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04159CH): Upgrade of Honeywell Primus II Communications Units RCZ-8XX Transponders to support Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance -Broadcast (ADS-B) Out. CMD Flight Solutions LLC - [STC ST04348AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04348AT-D): Installation of Honeywell AIS-2000 High Definition (HD) Upgrade. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [STC ST00126IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00126IB): Replacement of Halon agent with alternate Halon-free Portable Fire Extinguisher agent. AMAC Aerospace Switzerland AG - [STC ST04722NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04722NY): Installation of Viasat VMT-1500 VR-12C KU Band SATCOM System. Aerospace Design & Compliance LLC - [STC ST00105IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00105IB): Introduction of Activation of Wireless Charging Systems for Portable Electronic Devices. AMAC AEROSPACE SWITZERLAND AG - [STC ST04787NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04787NY): Installation of True Blue Power TFC4000 AC-to-AC Converter. Sterling Helicopter - [STC ST04547CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04547CH): INSTALL VIASAT KA SATCOM IAW FAA APPROVED MDL 1040246 REV. D DATED 11/16/22 OR LATER FAA APPROVED REVISION. STANDARDAERO BUSINESS AVIATION SERVICES LLC - [STC ST04544CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04544CH): Installation of a Viasat Business Aviation Router (VBR) P/N 1371388. StandardAero Business Aviation Services LLC - [STC ST01996WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01996WI): Installation of Gogo Business Aviation MB13 Antennas. Duncan Aviation Inc - [STC ST04543CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04543CH): INSTALL VIASAT KUKA RADOME ASSEMBLY IAW FAA APPROVED MDL 1040248, REV. C., DATED 11/2/2022 OR LATER FAA APPROVED REVISION. STANDARDAERO BUSINESS AVIATION SERVICES LLC - [STC ST01987WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01987WI): Limitation of Maximum Passenger Capacity to Nine (9). Duncan Aviation Inc - [STC ST04345AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04345AT-D): Replace existing Flight Data Recorder with an Universal FDR-25. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [STC ST03118AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03118AT-D): Installation of a Custom Interior. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [STC ST02936AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02936AT-D): Installation of Dual Trimble Global Positioning Systems (GPSs). Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [STC ST04352AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04352AT): Installation of a Talon Aerospace LED Replacement Navigation / Position Light. Aaxico Technical Services Inc - [STC ST04177AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04177AT): Installation of a Talon Aerospace LED Replacement General Purpose Lamps. Aaxico Technical Services Inc - [STC ST04339AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04339AT-D): Installation of Air Ionizer System. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [STC ST04478CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04478CH): Installation of a Collins KuSAT-2000 Tail-Mounted SATCOM system in accordance with StandardAero Master Data List 1038905, Revision (A), dated October 27, 2020 or later FAA approved revision. Western Jet Aviation - [STC ST00412BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00412BO): Installation of Whelen non-required underwing wingtip flood lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC ST04333AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04333AT-D): Installation of Satcom Direct Gateway and WiFi Hub System. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [STC ST04483NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04483NY): Installation of Astronics T-310 KU SATCOM HSD System. Gulfstream Aerospace Ltd - [STC ST03543AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03543AT-D): Installation of an Airplane Completion. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [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 ST04307AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04307AT-D): Installation of GoGo Business Aviation Avance L5 System. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation - [STC ST04416NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04416NY): Installation of the Carpet Replacement. Sky Service F.B.O. Inc - [STC ST00945DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00945DE): Demonstration of Aircraft Compatibility to Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) Data Transmissions (Ground & Flight). West Star Aviation - [STC ST00934DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00934DE): Installation of Becker Avionics BXT6553 transponder. Peregrine - [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 ST04322AT-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04322AT-D): Installation of Satcom Direct Router. Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation All 274: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N445QS/stcs.md ## Related - Other Gulfstream Aerospace GIV-X (G450) aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/gulfstream-aerospace-giv-x-g450/aircraft.md - The Rolls-Royce TAY-611SER engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/rolls-royce-tay-611ser.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.