# N6256K: 1947 Republic RC-3-1 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Republic RC-3-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/republic-rc-3-1) (registry code 3080203, 4 seats) - Engine: [Franklin 6A8 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/franklin-6a8-series) (registry code 27030) - Data sheets: [TCDS E-242](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-242) (Franklin Sp. z.o.o.) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 463 - Year built: 1947 - Type: Fixed wing single engine - Engine type: Reciprocating - Airworthiness: Standard - Airworthiness date: April 3, 1956 - Certificate issued: November 5, 2004 - Expires: October 31, 2028 - Mode S code: A82C04 - Registered owners: [Miller Byron W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MILLER%20BYRON%20W), [Miller Judith M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/MILLER%20JUDITH%20M) - Location: [Rosburg, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Rosburg) - Owner type: Co-owned - Owner's area on the map: 46.2891° N, 123.6223° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 98643, 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=6256K - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6256K 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 Franklin 6A8 model are included. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 1 in force ### Matched by airframe (Republic RC-3-1) None in force. ### Matched by engine (Franklin 6A8 series) - [AD 69-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/69-09-01): Eisemann Magnetos · Eisemann Magnetos, 2A4-45-B2, 2A4-49-B2 and 158 more ## Information bulletins (advisory) None matched. ## NTSB investigations None matched to N6256K. ## FAA accident and incident reports (2) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Incident 20040608010399I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20040608010399I), Jun 8, 2004: Stolam RC3 (N6256K), Newman Lake, WA, Minor damage. (-23) Pilot departed felts field, spokane, WA., for Newman Lake, WA. Pilot reported he retracted the landing gear after take off. The pilot reported that he… - [Incident 19960903035469I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19960903035469I), Sep 3, 1996: Stolam RC3 (N6256K), Ketchikan, AK, Minor damage. Narrative: after takeoff from the Ketchikan airport, about 200 feet in the air, the engine quit. He landed straight ahead on the remaining runway without… ## Service difficulty reports (1) 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 96ZZZX5342](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/96ZZZX5342), Sep 3, 1996: EXHAUST STACK. ELBOW FAILED. AFTER TAKEOFF AT 200 FEET AGL, THE ENGINE QUIT. INVESTIGATION REVEALED THE RT EXHAUST STACK ELBOW HAD PULLED LOOSE FROM STACK ASSY INSIDE ENGINE COWL. INTENSE H ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (6) 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 (Franklin 6A8 series) - [STC SE04651CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE04651CH): To allow use of l00R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification SPEC-l00R-22. Swift Fuels LLC. Lists 6A8-215-B8F - [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 6A8-215-B7F - [STC SE1311SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE1311SO): Installation of Shivers carburetor temperature gauge with a Richter Aero Equipment B-5 carburetor temperature probe. LegacySTC.com. Lists 6A8-215-B7F - [STC SE03309CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SE03309CH): Installation of Engine Preheat Kit, p/n TSP6CYL-2927-115 for 115 volt application. Hartzell Propeller Inc. Lists 6A8-215-B8F - [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. Lists 6A8-215-B8F - [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 6A8-215-B7F ## Related - Other Republic RC-3-1 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/republic-rc-3-1/aircraft.md - The Franklin 6A8 series engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/franklin-6a8-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. 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