# N555EW: 1999 Pilatus PC-12/45

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Pilatus PC-12/45](https://openairdocs.org/model/pilatus-pc-12-45) (registry code 7090551, 12 seats)
- Engine: [Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-66 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-pt6a-66-series) (registry code 52118)
- Data sheets: [TCDS A78EU](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A78EU) (Pilatus Aircraft Ltd.), [TCDS E26NE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E26NE) (Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp.) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 271
- Year built: 1999
- Type: Fixed wing single engine
- Engine type: Turbo-prop
- Airworthiness: Standard, normal
- Airworthiness date: August 18, 1999
- Certificate issued: April 12, 2022
- Expires: April 30, 2029
- Mode S code: A71277
- Registered owner: [Silver Lake Aero Investments LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SILVER%20LAKE%20AERO%20INVESTMENTS%20LLC)
- Location: [Craig, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Craig)
- Owner type: LLC
- Owner's area on the map: 55.5155° N, 132.7019° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 99921, within about 27 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=555EW
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N555EW

From the FAA registry file of October 20, 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 Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-66 model are included.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 53 in force

### Matched by airframe (Pilatus PC-12/45)

- [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 2024-08-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-08-07): Main Landing Gear Attach Section · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Jun 3, 2024
- [AD 2023-09-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-12): Air Conditioning System Wiring · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Jul 5, 2023
- [AD 2021-24-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-24-01): Aerodynamic Faring · Pilatus PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and PC-12/47E with STC SA00634DE. Effective Jan 13, 2022
- [AD 2020-21-23](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-21-23): Stabilizers · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Dec 7, 2020
- [AD 2016-18-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-18-05): Power Plant · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Oct 6, 2016
- [AD 2016-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-12-01): Wings · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Jul 15, 2016
- [AD 2015-19-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-19-15): Flight Controls · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47E. Effective Nov 3, 2015
- [AD 2008-07-11 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-07-11-R1): Flight Controls · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47. Effective Mar 25, 2013
- [AD 2009-08-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-08-11): Ice and Rain Protection · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective May 26, 2009
- [AD 2009-05-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-05-07): Rear stick-pusher cable · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Mar 30, 2009
- [AD 2008-07-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-07-11): Pitch trim actuator · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47. Effective May 9, 2008
- [AD 2008-02-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-02-03): MLG special bolts · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47. Effective Feb 20, 2008
- [AD 2007-21-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-21-11): Oil pile assemblies · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47. Effective Nov 5, 2007
- [AD 2007-03-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-03-06): Executive seats equipped with pedestal legs · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Mar 8, 2007
- [AD 2006-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-16-13): Lug fittings. · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Sep 18, 2006
- [AD 2006-08-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-08-11): Crew seat bucket assemblies · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jun 2, 2006
- [AD 2005-22-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-22-13): Left and right main landing gear (MLG) assemblies · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Dec 19, 2005
- [AD 2005-22-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-22-04): Nose landing gear (NLG), main landing gear (MLG), and MLG shock absorber  
 assemblies · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Dec 12, 2005
- [AD 2005-11-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-11-06): Pitch actuator · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jul 18, 2005
- [AD 2005-04-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-04-16): Windshield de-ice wiring system · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Mar 8, 2005
- [AD 2005-01-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-19): Mode S transponders · GARMIN International GTX 330D, GTX 330, GTX 33D and 830 more. Effective Feb 23, 2005
- [AD 2005-01-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-11): Main Landing Gear (MLG) Actuator · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Feb 22, 2005
- [AD 2004-12-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-12-11): Outboard flap flexshafts · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jul 26, 2004
- [AD 2004-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-06-05): Main landing gear shock absorber · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective May 6, 2004
- [AD 2004-04-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-04-01): Engine-driven pump housing · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-7. Effective Mar 29, 2004
- [AD 2003-20-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-20-15): Fuel booster pump · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Oct 10, 2003
- [AD 2003-11-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-11-17): Pressure dome · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jul 28, 2003
- [AD 2003-09-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-09-11): Pedestal Leg Assembly on Aft Facing Passenger Seats · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jun 16, 2003
- [AD 2003-07-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-07-10): Push switch caps · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective May 12, 2003
- [AD 2002-14-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-14-22): Main Landing Gear (MLG) Assembly Bolts · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Aug 29, 2002
- [AD 2002-06-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-06-10): Connector and Oxygen Tubing and Related Components in Rear Seat Bench · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective May 6, 2002
- [AD 2001-25-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-25-10): Flap Control System · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jan 25, 2002
- [AD 2001-22-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-22-15): Cargo Doors · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Dec 26, 2001
- [AD 2001-11-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-11-02): Generator · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jul 23, 2001
- [AD 2000-26-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-26-17): Windshield Deicing System · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Feb 24, 2001
- [AD 2000-11-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-11-14): Airframe Pneumatic Deicing Boots · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jul 17, 2000
- [AD 2000-02-31](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-02-31): Stick Pusher System · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Mar 27, 2000
- [AD 99-24-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-24-09): Flap Inboard Attachment Fittings · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jan 14, 2000
- [AD 99-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-17-01): Flap Drive Shafts · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Oct 1, 1999
- [AD 99-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-14-03): Generator Cables · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Aug 17, 1999
- [AD 99-06-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-06-17): Second Generator Control Unit · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jun 16, 1999
- [AD 99-06-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-06-05): Alternate Flap System · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Apr 16, 1999
- [AD 98-21-27](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-21-27): Passenger Seats And Seat Rail Covers · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Nov 26, 1998
- [AD 98-20-28](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-20-28): Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) - Limitations Icing · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Nov 4, 1998
- [AD 98-11-01 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-11-01-R2): Fuel Tank Vent Valves · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Sep 22, 1998
- [AD 98-11-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-11-20): Lavatory Wall and Passenger Seat Configuration · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jul 13, 1998
- [AD 98-08-26](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-08-26): Fuel Tank Underwing Access Panels · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective May 29, 1998
- [AD 98-07-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-07-18): Propeller De-icing Controller · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Apr 28, 1998
- [AD 98-04-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-04-16): Aileron Tie-Rod Jam Nuts · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Apr 2, 1998

### Matched by engine (Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-66 series)

- [AD 2024-04-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-04-51): Turbine Section · Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-64, PT6A-66, PT6A-66A and 17 more. Effective Mar 28, 2024
- [AD 2012-09-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-09-10): First stage sun gears · Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-110, PT6A-112, PT6A-114 and 12 more. Effective May 23, 2012
- [AD 97-04-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-04-12): Compressor Bleed-off Valve · Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-11, PT6A-110, PT6A-112 and 52 more. Effective Mar 14, 1997

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

- [AD 2023-12-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-12-17) (historical): Horizontal Stabilizer, Spar/Rib · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/47, PC-12/45 and 1 more. Effective Aug 7, 2023
- [AD 2022-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-19-03) (historical): Rudder Actuator, Main Landing Gear, Main Landing Gear Attach Section · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Oct 27, 2022
- [AD 2016-26-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-26-08) (historical): Time Limits · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Feb 9, 2017
- [AD 2014-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-22-01) (historical): Time Limits · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Dec 18, 2014
- [AD 2012-26-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-26-16) (historical): Time Limits · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Mar 26, 2013
- [AD 2009-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-14-13) (historical): Landing gear · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Aug 19, 2009
- [AD 2008-06-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-06-17) (historical): Rear stick-pusher · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47. Effective Apr 2, 2008
- [AD 2003-14-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-14-07) (historical): Nose landing gear (NLG) · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Sep 5, 2003
- [AD 2002-01-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-01-09) (historical): Gasket Material and Relief Valve Attachment Screws · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-7. Effective Feb 28, 2002
- [AD 2000-21-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-21-14) (historical): Torque Oil-pressure Tubes and Py Pressure Pipe · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Dec 15, 2000
- [AD 99-19-32](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-19-32) (historical): Actuator Internal Gear Systems · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Nov 8, 1999
- [AD 99-17-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-17-08) (historical): Generator · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Oct 4, 1999
- [AD 98-11-01 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-11-01-R1) (historical): Fuel Tank Vent Valves · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Sep 22, 1998
- [AD 98-11-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-11-01) (historical): Fuel Tank Vent Valves · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Jun 7, 1998
- [AD 97-23-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-23-04) (historical): Fuel Tank Vent Valves · Pilatus PC-12 and PC-12/45. Effective Dec 1, 1997

## Information bulletins (advisory) (8 in force)

- [SAIB CE-17-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-17-13): Engine Oil Pressure; Torque Transducer Oil Pressure Pipe P-Clamp Installation. Issued May 19, 2017
- [SAIB CE-05-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-05-08): . Issued Oct 25, 2004
- [SAIB CE-04-70](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-70): . Issued Jul 8, 2004
- [SAIB CE-04-62](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-62): . Issued Apr 12, 2004
- [SAIB CE-04-60](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-60): . Issued Mar 30, 2004
- [SAIB CE-04-52](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-52): . Issued Feb 13, 2004
- [SAIB CE-03-19](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-03-19): . Issued Jan 22, 2003
- [SAIB CE-02-15](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-02-15): . Issued Feb 13, 2002

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N555EW.

## FAA accident and incident reports (1)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Incident 20001010039649I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20001010039649I), Oct 10, 2000: Pilats PC1245 (N555EW), Las Vegas, NV, Minor damage. (-23)Oct 10, 2000 at 1215 PDT Pilatus N555EW was taxing on the ramp at vgt-north Las Vegas, NV and while following the yellow taxi strip on the ramp, the left…

## Service difficulty reports

None filed for this aircraft.

## Related

- Other Pilatus PC-12/45 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/pilatus-pc-12-45/aircraft.md
- STCs for the Pilatus PC-12/45: https://openairdocs.org/model/pilatus-pc-12-45/stcs.md
- The Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-66 series engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-pt6a-66-series.md

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