# N563AW: Bombardier DHC-8-315

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Bombardier DHC-8-315](https://openairdocs.org/model/bombardier-dhc-8-315) (registry code 1390043, 48 seats)
- Data sheets: [TCDS A13NM](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A13NM) (De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 563
- Type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Engine type: Turbo-prop
- Certificate issued: August 21, 2012
- Expires: August 31, 2028
- Mode S code: A73224
- Registered owner: [US Department Of State](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/US%20DEPARTMENT%20OF%20STATE)
- Location: [Melbourne, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Melbourne)
- Owner type: Government
- Owner's area on the map: 28.2075° N, 80.7540° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 32940, within about 4 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=563AW
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N563AW

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): 142 in force

### Matched by airframe (Bombardier DHC-8-315)

- [AD 2026-11-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-11-06): Hardware; Standard practices/structures · De Havilland Aircraft of Canada DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 9 more. Effective Jul 9, 2026
- [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 2022-15-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-15-08): Information systems · Airbus A318-111, A318-112, A319-111 and 49 more. Effective Aug 12, 2022
- [AD 2021-19-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-19-11): Flight controls · De Havilland Aircraft of Canada DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 8 more. Effective Nov 18, 2021
- [AD 2019-12-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-12-17): Stabilizers · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Aug 12, 2019
- [AD 2018-23-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-23-04): Engine Controls · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Mar 15, 2019
- [AD 2018-20-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-20-12): Ice and rain protection · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Nov 23, 2018
- [AD 2018-20-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-20-11): Doors · Bombardier DHC-8-301, DHC-8-311 and DHC-8-315. Effective Nov 23, 2018
- [AD 2017-15-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-15-11): Landing Gear · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Sep 5, 2017
- [AD 2017-08-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-08-02): Ignition · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective May 17, 2017
- [AD 2016-24-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-24-06): Ice and rain protection · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Jan 12, 2017
- [AD 2016-24-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-24-01): Electrical Power · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Dec 30, 2016
- [AD 2016-10-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-10-07): Electrical power · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Jun 23, 2016
- [AD 2015-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-21-02): Electrical Power · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Nov 24, 2015
- [AD 2015-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-14-03): Fuel · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Aug 21, 2015
- [AD 2015-04-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-04-08): Landing Gear · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Apr 27, 2015
- [AD 2013-15-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-15-06): Electrical Power · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Oct 20, 2014
- [AD 2014-15-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-15-07): Wings · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Sep 2, 2014
- [AD 2014-13-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-13-18): Instruments, Engine Controls · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Aug 19, 2014
- [AD 2014-05-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-05-17): Fuel · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective May 2, 2014
- [AD 2013-22-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-22-04): Flight controls · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 8 more. Effective Dec 5, 2013
- [AD 2013-14-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-14-09): Landing gear · Bombardier DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 6 more. Effective Sep 10, 2013
- [AD 2013-04-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-04-07): Electrical Power · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Apr 9, 2013
- [AD 2012-15-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-15-16): Landing gear · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 8 more. Effective Sep 12, 2012
- [AD 2012-04-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-04-08): Flight controls · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 8 more. Effective Apr 10, 2012
- [AD 2011-26-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-26-05): Wings · Bombardier DHC-8-301, DHC-8-311 and DHC-8-315. Effective Jan 23, 2012
- [AD 2011-21-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-21-08): Equipment/Furnishings · ATR - GIE Avions de Transport Régional ATR42-200, ATR42-300, ATR42-320 and 202 more. Effective Nov 23, 2011
- [AD 2011-21-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-21-04): Doors · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Nov 16, 2011
- [AD 2011-09-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-09-12): Windows · Bombardier DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 8 more. Effective Jun 6, 2011
- [AD 2011-01-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-01-09): Oxygen · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 290 more. Effective Feb 9, 2011
- [AD 2010-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-21-02): Landing gear · Bombardier DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 9 more. Effective Nov 12, 2010
- [AD 2010-19-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-19-02): Fuel · Bombardier DHC-8-201, DHC-8-202, DHC-8-301 and 2 more. Effective Oct 18, 2010
- [AD 2010-04-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-04-12): Landing Gear, Standard Practices/Structures, Doors, Fuselage, Nacelles/Pylons, Stabilizers and  Wings. · Bombardier DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 6 more. Effective Apr 8, 2010
- [AD 2008-09-25 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-09-25-R1): Fuel · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Dec 10, 2009
- [AD 2009-21-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-21-03): APU full- authority digital controller (FADEC) · Bombardier DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 10 more. Effective Nov 20, 2009
- [AD 2009-06-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-06-21): Fuselage spoiler cable · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 8 more. Effective Apr 28, 2009
- [AD 2008-26-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-26-03): Electronic strike system of the cockpit doo · Cockpit door electro-mechanical strike (Jazz Air STC ST02014NY). Effective Apr 13, 2009
- [AD 2008-13-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-13-09): Fuel tank bonding jumpers · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Sep 17, 2008
- [AD 2008-04-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-04-17): Observer utility light system · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 8 more. Effective Apr 3, 2008
- [AD 2007-23-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-23-04): Elevator spring tab mechanism · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Dec 11, 2007
- [AD 2007-21-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-21-16): Spolier cable · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Nov 21, 2007
- [AD 2007-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-12-01): Main landing gear (MLG) shock strut · Bombardier DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 6 more. Effective Jul 10, 2007
- [AD 2007-06-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-06-19): Main landing gear (MLG) and nose landing gear (NLG) handle assemblies for alternate release and  
 the MLG retaining plate. · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Apr 27, 2007
- [AD 2007-04-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-04-22): Electrical cable harness assembly. · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Apr 3, 2007
- [AD 2007-01-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-01-11): Flight compartment door · Bombardier DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 9 more. Effective Mar 5, 2007
- [AD 2006-20-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-20-04): Inspection of chain assemblies of elevator trim system · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Nov 2, 2006
- [AD 2006-17-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-17-17): Rivets on left and right control column torque tube assemblies · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 8 more. Effective Sep 29, 2006
- [AD 2006-17-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-17-10): Fluorescent light tube assemblies of the cabin, lavatory, and sidewall · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Sep 27, 2006
- [AD 2006-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-07-02): Pressure control valve of the Type 1 emergency door · Bombardier DHC-8-301, DHC-8-311 and DHC-8-315. Effective May 4, 2006
- [AD 2005-13-35](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-13-35): Flight idle stop · Bombardier DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 6 more. Effective Sep 26, 2005

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

- [AD 2019-20-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-20-03) (historical): Information systems · Airbus A340-312, A340-313, A318-111 and 48 more. Effective Nov 19, 2019
- [AD 2014-06-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-06-08) (historical): Landing gear · Bombardier DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 6 more. Effective Apr 14, 2014
- [AD 2012-14-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-14-04) (historical): Landing gear · Bombardier DHC-8-101, DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103 and 6 more. Effective Aug 27, 2012
- [AD 2006-12-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-16) (historical): Structural testing of the cockpit door · Bombardier DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106 and 5 more. Effective Jul 18, 2006
- [AD 74-08-09 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-08-09-R2) (historical): Waste Receptacles · Aero Spacelines 377, 377MG, 377SGT and 268 more. Effective Jul 29, 1996

All 147: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N563AW/ads.md

## Information bulletins (advisory)

None matched.

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N563AW.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N563AW.

## 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) (130, 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 (Bombardier DHC-8-315)

- [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 SA2622NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2622NM): Installation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in landing/taxi system. (767-200 B17) (DHC-8 101). Precise Flight Inc
- [STC ST00030IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00030IB): Installation of Test Tech ELT. APTOZ EHF
- [STC ST03885AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03885AT): Installation of an Avionica, Inc. avCM Cellular Module. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc
- [STC ST04559CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04559CH): Installation of L3Harris Aviation Products SRVIVR25 Model 7100 Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) System. Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC ST03472NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03472NY): Installation of the Cabin LED Lighting. Avmax Aviation Services Inc
- [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 ST03224NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03224NY): Replacement of existing flight data recording systems with new Mini Flight Data Acquisition Unit (MFDAU) and Flight Data Recorder, sensors and wiring capable of recording 57 parameters. KGB Aviation Solutions LLC
- [STC ST02050NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02050NY): Installation of U.S. Customs Special Mission Modifications. Field Aviation East Limited
- [STC ST03795NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03795NY): Installation of the TB44 Lithium-Ion Battery System. Avmax Aviation Services Inc
- [STC ST00079IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00079IB): Integration of Halon-free Portable Fire Extinguisher HAFEX. UMLAUT ENGINEERING GMBH
- [STC ST01909NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01909NY): Installation of Hawker 9750W0370-6 (24V 43Ah) sealed lead-acid batteries. Securaplane Technologies Inc
- [STC ST03065NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03065NY): The installation of Dual Universal UNS-1F Flight Management System WAAS Up-grade. Field Aviation East Limited
- [STC ST00215IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00215IB): Installation of saf-Tglo ECO Photoluminescent Aisle Path Marking Systems. STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH
- [STC ST00388BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00388BO): Installation of a Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS). ATI Engineering Services LLC
- [STC ST03424CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03424CH): Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out System with Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D Transponders. CMD Flight Solutions LLC
- [STC ST02311AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02311AT): Installation of Saf-T-Glo Inc photoluminescent floor proximity emergency escape path marking system (FPEEPMS). STG Aerospace Inc
- [STC ST04562NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04562NY): Installation of saf-Tglo® SuperSeal UltraLite-X (SSUL-X) Photoluminescent Floor Proximity Emergency Escape Path Marking Systems. STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH
- [STC ST00109IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00109IB): Installation of the Flight Compartment Stowage Box. Infinion Certification Engineering Inc
- [STC ST04788NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04788NY): Installation of the Terrain Awareness and Warning System. Mid Canada Mod Center
- [STC ST00098IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00098IB): Introduction of ADS-B Out. STC Twenty One Limited
- [STC ST03354NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03354NY): Installation of the Dual Auxiliary Air Condintioning system. Field Aviation Company Inc
- [STC ST00886NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00886NY): Installation of Flight Deck Manual Stowage Box, in accordance with Aero Consulting Services Modification Data Summary Number B78600, Revision H, dated November 9, 2006, or later TCCA approved revision. B/E Aerospace Limited
- [STC SA1000NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1000NE): Installation of a Sundstrand Turbomach T-62T-40C7B gas turbine auxiliary power unit with a Lear Siegler Model 23088-002 DC starter-generator. Avmax Aviation Services Inc
- [STC ST01689WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01689WI): Installation of Crane Aerospace & Electronics SmartStem Wireless Tire Pressure Sensing System. ELDEC Corporation
- [STC SA1220NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1220NW): Installation of Universal flight data recorder. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC ST04667NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04667NY): Installation of the Honeywell MK VIII Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (EGPWS) Override Control. Field Aviation East Limited
- [STC SA9086SC-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA9086SC-D): Recore of Hamilton Standard Heat Exchangers 778683-2 for Installation on deHavilland DHC-8 Series Aircraft and 778683-2 for Installation on Fokker F27 Mark 050 Aircraft, in accordance with Honeywell LORI Sealed Drawing List SDL3545-1, Revision C, dated 11 October 2005 or later FAA approved revision. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC SA9080SC-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA9080SC-D): Replace 30E94-2 Sensing Element in Janitrol Valve 45E04-1 used on DHC-8 Oil Coolers 28E99-6 and 28E99-7 in accordance with Honeywell LORI Specification LR 0201-117 as reflected on Honeywell LORI Sealed Drawing List SDL3709-1, Revision A, dated 11 October 2005 or later FAA approved revision. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC ST04652NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04652NY): Installation of the ACSS TCAS 7.1. Avmax Aviation Services Inc
- [STC ST02722SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02722SE): Installation of LT-4098 series Integrated LED Display Panel and/or associated LT-2201 series LED Pushbutton Switches. Luma Technologies LLC
- [STC ST03261NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST03261NY): Installation of Dual Universal UNS-1E Flight Management System WAAS Up-grade. Field Aviation East Limited
- [STC ST04177AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04177AT): Installation of a Talon Aerospace LED Replacement General Purpose Lamps. Aaxico Technical Services Inc
- [STC ST02448SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02448SE): Installation of a Supplemental Lighting System. Aviation Specialties Unlimited Inc
- [STC ST00782LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST00782LA): Installation of Chadwick Helmuth Propeller Balance Monitoring System (Vibration Management System II, VMS II). Diagnostic Solution International LLC
- [STC ST01226NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01226NY): Installation of Environmental Control System Performance Improvement Modification. Cascade Aerospace Inc
- [STC ST10977SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST10977SC): Installation of Dual Universal Avionics Flight Management Systems (FMS) with Global Positioning System (GPS). DAC International Inc
- [STC ST04480NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04480NY): Installation of the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) II Version 7.1 and Elementary Surveillance (ELS) Transponder Upgrade. Genesys Certification Services Inc
- [STC ST02729NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02729NY): Sky Connect Tracking System to be installed. Honeywell International Inc
- [STC ST04445NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04445NY): Installation of the Collins TDR-94D Transponder / Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) 4100 Upgrade. Mid Canada Mod Center
- [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 ST04372NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04372NY): Installation of saf-Tglo® SSUL23 Photoluminescent Aisle Path Marking System. STG Aerospace Ltd
- [STC ST01900WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST01900WI): Heated (LH) Side Canopy Window Assembly replacement installation. Lee Aerospace Inc
- [STC ST04344NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04344NY): Installation of the Universal Avionics EFI-890R MFD. Avmax Aviation Services Inc
- [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 ST09015SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST09015SC): Installation of a C & X band fuselage nose radome shell. The NORDAM Group LLC
- [STC ST04324NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04324NY): Installation of the Honeywell Solid State Cockpit Voice Recorder (SSVR) system. Avmax Aviation Services Inc
- [STC ST09858AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST09858AC): Replacement of certain OEM pneumatic deicer boots. SMR Technologies Inc

All 130: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N563AW/stcs.md

## Related

- Other Bombardier DHC-8-315 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/bombardier-dhc-8-315/aircraft.md

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