# N6483K: Downer REPUBLIC RC-3

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Downer REPUBLIC RC-3](https://openairdocs.org/model/downer-republic-rc-3) (registry code 3080204, 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: 727
- Type: Fixed wing single engine
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Airworthiness: Standard
- Airworthiness date: April 24, 1957
- Certificate issued: July 11, 2023
- Expires: July 31, 2030
- Mode S code: A885BE
- Registered owner: [Pavlinovic Lawrence E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/PAVLINOVIC%20LAWRENCE%20E)
- Location: [Lake Stevens, WA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WA/Lake%20Stevens)
- Owner type: Individual
- Owner's area on the map: 48.0343° N, 122.0815° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 98258, 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=6483K
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6483K

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 (Downer REPUBLIC RC-3)

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 N6483K.

## 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 20030815020839I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20030815020839I), Aug 15, 2003: Stolam RC3 (N6483K), Coeur D'Alene, ID, Substantial damage. (-23) Aircraft was on takeoff run off lake Coeur D'Alene when the pilot hit a large boat wake wave, tore off right sponson, spun around, then nosed over, hit…
- [Incident 19810702057899I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810702057899I), Jul 2, 1981: Stolam RC3 (N6483K), Green River, WY, Minor damage. On touchdown left float dug into water, sheared attach pin, flipped over. No injuries, just wet. ELT inoperative.

## 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) (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 Downer REPUBLIC RC-3 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/downer-republic-rc-3/aircraft.md
- The Franklin 6A8 series engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/franklin-6a8-series.md

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