# N6281: Dehavilland DHC-3 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Dehavilland DHC-3](https://openairdocs.org/model/dehavilland-dhc-3) (registry code 2800202, 16 seats) - Data sheets: [TCDS A-815](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A-815) (De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 376 - Type: Fixed wing single engine - Engine type: Reciprocating - Certificate issued: August 31, 2026 - Expires: August 31, 2033 - Mode S code: A83670 - Registered owner: [Jb Leasing Company LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JB%20LEASING%20COMPANY%20LLC) - Location: [Kenai, AK](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AK/Kenai) - Owner type: LLC - Owner's area on the map: 60.8349° N, 150.7241° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 99611, within about 13 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=6281 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6281 From the FAA registry file of October 22, 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): 28 in force ### Matched by airframe (Dehavilland DHC-3) - [AD 2025-17-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-17-08): Elevator Structure · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Sep 29, 2025 - [AD 2023-22-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-22-17): Engine Mount Section · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Jan 19, 2024 - [AD 2023-18-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-18-03): Flight Control System · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Oct 24, 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 2022-21-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-21-51): Elevator Structure · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Dec 1, 2022 - [AD 2022-05-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-05-11): Wing Structure · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Apr 13, 2022 - [AD 2021-24-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-24-18): Wing Structure · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Jan 24, 2022 - [AD 2018-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-21-02): Wings · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Nov 28, 2018 - [AD 2016-10-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-10-03): Leveling and Weighing · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective May 31, 2016 - [AD 2015-24-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-24-02): Wings · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Jan 4, 2016 - [AD 2014-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-17-01): Stabilizers · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Sep 16, 2014 - [AD 2011-18-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-18-11): Flight Controls · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Oct 3, 2011 - [AD 2011-12-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-12-02): Placards and Markings · Viking Air DHC-3 with STC SA09866SC. Effective Jun 2, 2011 - [AD 2008-12-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-12-12): Ignition connector plug · Viking Air DHC-2 Mk.I, DHC-2 Mk.II and DHC-3. Effective Jul 23, 2008 - [AD 2005-25-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-25-08): Electronic Flight Information System (EFIS) · B-N Group BN-2A, 172, 180 and 22 more. Effective Jan 23, 2006 - [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 2004-24-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-24-10): Heating blankets on P3 and PY pneumatic lines · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Jan 6, 2005 - [AD 2004-24-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-24-01): Elevator servo tab assembly · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Dec 28, 2004 - [AD 2004-05-01 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-05-01-R1): Elevator servo-tab · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective May 25, 2004 - [AD 98-18-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-18-08): Voltage Regulator, Voltage-Ammeter Gauge, and Auxiliary Bus Systems · Viking Air DHC-3 with STC SA3777NM. Effective Oct 10, 1998 - [AD 96-09-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-04): Tailplane Main Rib Forward & Lower Flanges · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective May 17, 1996 - [AD 92-08-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-08-08): Fuel Condition Lever Lock · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective May 18, 1992 - [AD 88-15-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-15-08): Utility Seat Forward Leg · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Aug 27, 1988 - [AD 86-16-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-16-12): Elevator Pushrod Inspection · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Aug 15, 1986 - [AD 83-04-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-04-05): Control Column Lower Assembly · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Mar 1, 1983 - [AD 83-02-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/83-02-01): Wing Strut Tiebar · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Feb 3, 1983 - [AD 76-08-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-08-05): Various Modifications · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Apr 29, 1976 - [AD 56-17-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/56-17-02): Flap Control Restriction · Viking Air DHC-3 ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 2022-23-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-23-08) (historical): Elevator Structure · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Nov 2, 2022 - [AD 2011-05-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-05-02) (historical): Flight Controls · Viking Air DHC-3 with STC SA01059SE. Effective Mar 31, 2011 - [AD 2004-21-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-21-06) (historical): Firewall Connector Plugs Lockwire Security · Viking Air DHC-3, DHC-2 Mk.I and DHC-2 Mk.II. Effective Dec 6, 2004 - [AD 2004-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-05-01) (historical): Elevator servo-tab · Viking Air DHC-3. Effective Apr 20, 2004 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (2 in force) - [SAIB 2023-05](https://openairdocs.org/saib/2023-05): Horizontal Stabilizer Actuator. Issued Mar 28, 2023 - [SAIB CE-13-18](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-13-18): Ice and Rain Protection; Reduced Visibility Flying in Rain or Mist. Issued Mar 8, 2013 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N6281. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N6281. ## 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) (133, 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 (Dehavilland DHC-3) - [STC SA01800SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01800SE): Fabrication and installation of new or replacement of existing instrument panel lights dimmer control. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA01861SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01861SE): Fabrication and installation of Landing Light Controller. TCW Technologies, LLC - [STC SA04837NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04837NY): Installation of AeroLED's Holdings, LLC., position lights, navigation lights, strobe lights and beacon lights. AeroLED's Holdings, LLC - [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA800EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA800EA): Installation of Whelen Anti-Collision, Position, or Anti-Collision/Position Light System, and applicable associated power supplies. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA12291AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12291AK): Tail Wheel Fork Installation. Rust’s Flying Service - [STC SA02738CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02738CH): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems. Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA04046CH PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04046CH%20PAGE%202): Installation of L-3 GENESIS (TM) Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESI-500/MAG-500). Acron Aviation Inc - [STC SA09857SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09857SC): Installation of GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. Turboprop Model M601E-11 or H75-200 engines. Stolairus Aviation Inc - [STC SA02533NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02533NY): Installation of Harbour Air Ltd. PanaVue Windows. Harbour Air Ltd - [STC SA39CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA39CH): Installation of an Amphibian Landing Gear Position Advisory System/Laser Gear Advisory System. Wipaire Inc - [STC SA02386AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02386AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or taxi light reflector and bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systems. AeroLED's Holding LLC - [STC SA02343NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02343NY): Installation of International Aeroproducts IntAero 8100-200 Floats using the 55-7170 attachment. Harbour Air Ltd - [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02571SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02571SE): Installation of Garmin G500/G600 TXi Integrated Avionics System (Primary Flight Display, Multi-Function Display, and Engine Indicating System Display). Garmin International Inc - [STC SA00139IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00139IB): Installation of Ski Shackles. Bartel Mechanical and Aerospace - [STC SA00756DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00756DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT22 Transponder and an approved Global Positioning System (GPS) Position Sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA02761SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02761SE): Installation of a new clamp nut and safety wire on the horizontal stabilizer trim actuator. Kenmore Air Harbor LLC - [STC SA02570AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02570AK): Installation of large tailwheel fork P/N YCAC3UT85-3 per YCAC3UT144 Large Tail Wheel Maintenance Manual Supplement. Hans Munich - [STC SA00082IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00082IB): Installation and fabrication of the Front Fuel Feeder Tank. Aerotech Industries Limited - [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc - [STC SA02203AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02203AK): Installation of FlightLogic Synthetic Vision Electronic Flight Information System (EFIS-SV). Genesys Aerosystems Inc - [STC SA4-183](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4-183): Installation of VIP P/N 101-79 engine mount. FTG, Inc - [STC SA02561AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02561AK): Maximum Gross Weight Increase to 8367 lbs. Rust's Flying Service Inc - [STC SA02444AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02444AK): Approval of the L-3 Communications NGT 9000/9000R ADS-B system installed. ADS-B Technologies LLC - [STC SA02489AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02489AK): Aft Center of Gravity Envelope Expansion. Rust's Flying Service Inc - [STC SA04701NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04701NY): Replacement of Fixed Wing Control Cables. Thunder Bay Aviation Ltd - [STC SA04658NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04658NY): Manufacturing and Installation of the Fuselage Attachment. Aerotech Industries - [STC SA11174SC PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11174SC%20PAGE%202): Installation of BendixKing by Honeywell KSN 770 and KSN 765 WAAS LPV approach capable nav/comm systems. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King) - [STC SA02543AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02543AK): Installation of Harbour Air Ltd. cabin seats and seat track. Talkeetna Aero Svcs Inc - [STC SA02426AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02426AK): Approval of the FreeFlight FDL-978-TX ADS-B system installed. FreeFlight Systems - [STC SA04561NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04561NY): Install Part 1 - Harbour Air Ltd. Water Rudder Blade, Pulleys and Fairlead Assemblies. Harbour Air Ltd - [STC SA04560NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04560NY): Manufacture of the Door Latch Modification. Harbour Air Ltd - [STC SA10236SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10236SC): Installation of a GDC 31 Roll Steering Converter. DAC International Inc - [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA02547NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02547NY): Improved Strut Assembly - Float. Aerotech Industries - [STC SA5190NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5190NM): Installation of Gustin Aviation chip detector light system. A & L Aircraft Parts Inc - [STC SA01714WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01714WI): Installation of a Garmin transponders: (a) GTX 330/330D/33/33D with ADS-B Out functionality; (b) GTX 335/335R/345/345R with ADS-B Out and In functionality; or (c) GTX 335R/345R with ADS-B Out functionality in select airplanes installed with G950/G1000 systems. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02653SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02653SE): Installation of a wing lift struts. Kenmore Air Harbor LLC - [STC SA00344BO PAGE 2](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00344BO%20PAGE%202): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA615EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA615EA): Installation of a Whelen Anti-Collision Strobe Light System as replacement for originally installed anti-collision lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA00104SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00104SE): Installation of automatic EPA fuel drain system. Kenmore Air Harbor LLC - [STC SA00155SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00155SE): Installation of one-piece aluminum lever/fitting on elevator servo tab. Kenmore Air Harbor LLC - [STC SA02250SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02250SE): Installation of a Cleveland Wheel and Brake Kit Number 199-92,. Kenmore Air Harbor LLC - [STC SA02542SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02542SE): Installation of a Lower Fuselage Tie Bar Assembly. Kenmore Air Harbor LLC - [STC SA02604SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02604SE): Fabrication of Kenmore Air Harbor, Inc. windshield posts. Kenmore Air Harbor LLC - [STC SA4345NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4345NM): Installation of a one to nine passenger configuration. Kenmore Air Harbor LLC - [STC SA00744DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00744DE): Installation of the Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Equipment using a Trig Avionics TT31 Transponder and an approved position sensor. Peregrine - [STC SA00765DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00765DE): Installation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) Out functionality using the BendixKing KT74 Transponder and qualified position sensor. Peregrine All 133: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6281/stcs.md ## Related - Other Dehavilland DHC-3 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/dehavilland-dhc-3/aircraft.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.