# N653: American AA-1 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [American AA-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/american-aa-1) (registry code 0630610, 2 seats) - Data sheets: [TCDS A11EA](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A11EA) (True Flight Holdings LLC) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: AA1-0163 - Type: Fixed wing single engine - Engine type: Reciprocating - Airworthiness: Standard, normal, utility - Airworthiness date: July 2, 1969 - Certificate issued: June 29, 2020 - Expires: June 30, 2027 - Mode S code: A897DE - Registered owner: [Jordan Ronald D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/JORDAN%20RONALD%20D) - Location: [Little Rock, AR](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AR/Little%20Rock) - Owner type: Individual - Owner's area on the map: 34.7139° N, 92.5084° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 72210, 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=653 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N653 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): 17 in force ### Matched by airframe (American AA-1) - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI or SA02658SE). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2021-14-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-14-12): Horizontal Stabilizer, Plate/Skin, Elevator, Plates/Skin Structure · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B and 2 more. Effective Jul 27, 2021 - [AD 2006-03-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-03-08): Vacuum pumps · Aero Advantage 14-19, 14-19-2, 14-19-3 and 299 more. Effective Mar 10, 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 96-09-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-06): Air Filter Assemblies · Maule Aerospace Technology 7ACA, 7ECA, 7FC and 180 more. Effective Jun 7, 1996 - [AD 85-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/85-21-02): Seat Belt Attachment Bracket · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B and 1 more. Effective Oct 28, 1985 - [AD 81-15-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-15-03): Engine Inlet Air Filters · Replace existing engine induction air filter (Brackett Aero Filters STC SA693CE or SA71GL). Effective Jul 20, 1981 - [AD 78-13-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-13-04): Fuel Measurement Gauge · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A and AA-1B. Effective Jun 30, 1978 - [AD 76-17-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-17-03): Delaminations in Bonded Skin · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B and 3 more. Effective Aug 30, 1976 - [AD 75-09-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-09-07): Mixture Control Wires · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A and AA-1B. Effective Apr 25, 1975 - [AD 72-06-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-06-02): Rudder Aileron and Elevator Control Cables · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B and 1 more. Effective Aug 29, 1974 - [AD 72-07-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-07-10): Wear on Elevator Bungee Housing · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A and AA-1B. Effective Jul 10, 1974 - [AD 73-13-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-13-07): Placard Installation · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A and AA-1B. Effective Jun 25, 1973 - [AD 71-04-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-04-03): Nose Gear Strut · True Flight Holdings AA-1. Effective Feb 25, 1971 - [AD 70-25-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-25-05): Bungee Mounting Plate · True Flight Holdings AA-1. Effective Dec 8, 1970 - [AD 70-05-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/70-05-05): Muffler Inspection · True Flight Holdings AA-1. Effective Mar 13, 1970 - [AD 75-07-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-07-04): Rudder Control Bar Assemblies · True Flight Holdings AA-1, AA-1A, AA-1B and 2 more ## Information bulletins (advisory) (2 in force) - [SAIB AIR-22-15](https://openairdocs.org/saib/AIR-22-15): Bonded Structure Inspection. Issued Jun 15, 2022 - [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N653. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N653. ## 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. ## Service difficulty reports on N653 not matched to an aircraft (1) They name N653, but no registry record covers the date, the aircraft registered then was built later, or the report describes another aircraft. - [SDR SIMA201122109](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/SIMA201122109), Aug 7, 2011: BLEED VALVE. LOOSE. HYD FLUID LEAKING FROM NR 1 LINE AT BRAKE NR 1 NORMAL LANDING AND BRAKE APPLICATION. FOUND BLEEDER VLV SAFETY WIRE SNAPPED AND VALVE LOOSE OF NR 1 BRAKE ASSY. R ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (184, 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 (American AA-1) - [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 SA12428CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12428CH): Installation of the Lycoming Engines Electronic Ignition System (EIS). Lycoming Engines, An Operating Division of AVCO Corporation - [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 SA12406WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12406WI): Installation of a Garmin AXIS Flight Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA04652CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04652CH): To allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specification. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA02636SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02636SE): Installation of Garmin GPS 175 Navigation System and GNX 375 Navigation System with ADS-B In/Out Transponder. Garmin International Inc - [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 SA00081NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00081NY): Installation of Iceman Aviation Supplies, Inc. Carburetor Ice Detector. Alcor LLC - [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 SA04378CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04378CH): Installation of an engine modified per STC SE04349CH. SureFly Partners Ltd - [STC SA02594SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02594SE): SkyView HDX Instrumentation and Autopilot System manufactured. Dynon Avionics - [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 SA01757WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01757WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SA04568CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04568CH): Installation of the uAvionix tailBeaconX, a tail mounted position light with integrated Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out and 1090MHz Mode-S transponder functionality. uAvionix Corporation - [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 SA01899WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01899WI): Installation of Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02019WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019WI): Installation of the Trig Avionics TX56, TX56A, TX57, or TX57A VHF Nav-Com Radio. Peregrine - [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 SA11137SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11137SC): Installation of Plane-Power ALT-FLX alternator. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SA02987CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02987CH): Installation of the Electroair Electronic Ignition System. Electroair Acquisition Corporation - [STC SA1010CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1010CE): Installation of wing leading edge cuffs. Curry Aviation LLC - [STC SA01967WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01967WI): Use of GAMI G100UL High Octane Unleaded Avgas. General Aviation Modifications Inc - [STC SA1016NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1016NW): Installation of a Lycoming O-360-A4M engine, Sensenich 76EM8-0-62 propeller, and AA-5 elevator system. Fletchair Inc - [STC SA1208NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1208NW): Installation of a Lycoming engine with Sensenich propeller. Fletchair Inc - [STC SA1209NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1209NW): Relocation of battery from forward face of firewall to aft baggage compartment bulkhead. Fletchair Inc - [STC SA2169NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2169NM): Installation of a Sensenich 72 CK series propeller, Gulfstream American spinner (P/N 506006-50), engine oil cooler on a Lycoming O-235-C2C engine. Fletchair Inc - [STC SA809NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA809NW): Installation of fixed (flush) cowl flap, nose gear strut fairing and retainer. Fletchair Inc - [STC SA810NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA810NW): Installation of main landing gear fairings from the AA-5 series aircraft incorporating sheet metal covers over rubber in place of stock rubber parts. Fletchair 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 SA01818WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01818WI): Installation of Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA09902AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09902AC): Installation of BendixKing KFD 900 Flight Display System. Honeywell International Inc. (Bendix King) - [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 SA10822SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10822SC): Installation of EFD1000 Primary Flight Display. Aspen Avionics Inc - [STC SA00401BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00401BO): Installation of a SkyTrax100B UAT receiver. Avidyne Corporation - [STC SA00410BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00410BO): Installation of an AV-30-C Multi-Mode Indicator. uAvionix Corporation - [STC SA01831WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01831WI): To allow the use of UL91 (minimum) grade aviation fuel. Petersen Aviation Inc - [STC SA02268CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02268CH): Installation of Airwolf Filter Corp. Air Oil Separator. Airwolf Filter Corporation - [STC SA01560WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01560WI-D): Installation of the Honeywell KFD 840 Primary Flight Display System. Honeywell International 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 SA1009NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1009NW): Installation of a dorsal fin (P/N 5302040-1) and associated assemblies. Air Mods NW - [STC SA1012NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1012NW): Installation of auxiliary fuel tank models 2 TAFTA and 4 TAFTA and incresed gross weight. Air Mods NW - [STC SA4387NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4387NM): Installation of Lycoming 0-320-A, C, or E series engine and a Sensenich 74DM6-0-58/64 or 74DM7-0-58/64 propeller. Air Mods NW - [STC SA4708NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4708NM): Installation of bolts to strengthen the nose gear torque tube assembly. Air Mods NW - [STC SA4722NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4722NM): Installation of a hat shelf in the aft baggage compartment. Air Mods NW - [STC SA991NW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA991NW): Installation of model AA-5A engine mount, cowling and carburetor air box. Air Mods NW - [STC SA04032CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04032CH): Install rocker switch assemblies. Electroair Acquisition Corporation All 184: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N653/stcs.md ## Earlier aircraft with N653 The FAA can reassign an N-number once a registration is cancelled. These aircraft carried N653 before. - [Cancelled 1930-05-02](https://openairdocs.org/deregistered/N653-1930-05-02): Curtiss JN4D, S/N I-973. Owner: [Harvey M Howard](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HARVEY%20M%20HOWARD), [San Antonio, TX](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TX/San%20Antonio) ## Related - Other American AA-1 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/american-aa-1/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.