# N65RF: 2022 Textron B300C

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Textron B300C](https://openairdocs.org/model/textron-b300c) (registry code 4220039, 18 seats)
- Engine: [Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-60A](https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-pt6a-60a) (registry code 52043)
- Data sheets: [TCDS A24CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A24CE) (Textron Aviation Inc.), [TCDS E4EA](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E4EA) (Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp.) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: FM-109
- Year built: 2022
- Type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Engine type: Turbo-prop
- Airworthiness: Restricted, aerial surveying
- Airworthiness date: December 5, 2023
- Certificate issued: January 8, 2024
- Expires: January 31, 2031
- Mode S code: A88BDE
- Registered owner: [National Oceanic And Atmospheric Administration](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NATIONAL%20OCEANIC%20AND%20ATMOSPHERIC%20ADMINISTRATION)
- Location: [Lakeland, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Lakeland)
- Owner type: Government
- Owner's area on the map: 27.9789° N, 82.0159° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 33811, 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=65RF
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N65RF

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 (Textron B300C)

- [AD 2026-15-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-15-05): Wing Structure · Textron B300 and B300C. Effective Aug 10, 2026
- [AD 2025-20-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2025-20-11): Rudder Control System · Textron B200GT, B200CGT, B300 and 1 more. Effective Oct 17, 2025
- [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 2022-03-23](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-23): Rudder Control System · Garmin G1000 Integrated Avionics System and GFC 700 Automatic… (STC SA01535WI-D). Effective Feb 22, 2022
- [AD 2021-05-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-05-17): NAVIGATION SYSTEM · Rockwell Collins FDSA-6500, CL-600-2B16 (CL-604), 525B and 7 more. Effective Apr 29, 2021
- [AD 2011-15-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-15-05): Charts · Textron B300 and B300C (C-12W). Effective Aug 19, 2011
- [AD 2010-26-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-26-03): Ice and Rain Protection · Textron B200, B200GT, B300 and 1 more. Effective Dec 20, 2010
- [AD 2010-05-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-05-10): Instruments · Textron B300 and B300C (C-12W). Effective Apr 8, 2010
- [AD 2007-12-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-12-06): Flight controls · Textron B200, B200C, B300 and 2 more. Effective Jul 16, 2007
- [AD 2005-01-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-18): Fuselage stringers · Textron 200, 200C, 200CT and 24 more. Effective Mar 1, 2005
- [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 2005-01-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-01-04): Fuel hose · Textron 100, 200, 200C and 29 more. Effective Feb 22, 2005
- [AD 2004-17-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-17-02): Cross shaft attach bolt · Textron 100, 1900, 1900C and 52 more. Effective Oct 4, 2004
- [AD 2003-02-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-02-03): Airstair door and emergency exits · Textron 100, 200, 2000 and 46 more. Effective Mar 7, 2003
- [AD 2002-23-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-23-11): Elevator Balance Weight Attachment Screws · Textron 1900, 1900C, 1900C (C-12J) and 30 more. Effective Jan 10, 2003
- [AD 99-09-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-09-10): Landing Gear Hand Pump · Textron 200CT, 300, A200CT (C-12D) and 19 more. Effective Jun 7, 1999
- [AD 99-02-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-02-16): Elevator Trim Tab System · Textron B300 and B300C. Effective Mar 12, 1999
- [AD 98-25-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-25-02): Top-mounted Antenna · Bell Helicopter Textron Canada 407, 172, 172A and 243 more. Effective Dec 22, 1998
- [AD 98-21-35](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-21-35): Actuator Clevis Assembly in Main Landing Gear · Textron 200T, 300, A200CT (C-12D) and 15 more. Effective Nov 23, 1998
- [AD 97-25-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-25-03): AFM - Limitations - Power Levers · Textron 100, 1900, 1900C and 44 more. Effective Jan 21, 1998
- [AD 97-25-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-25-01): Outflow/Safety Valve · Textron 100, 200, 2000 and 38 more. Effective Jan 11, 1998
- [AD 97-23-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-23-17): Pneumatic Tubing · Textron 200, 200C, 200CT and 30 more. Effective Dec 29, 1997
- [AD 91-20-14 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-20-14-R1): Performance Charts and Information · Textron B300 and B300C. Effective Sep 12, 1994
- [AD 94-01-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-01-01): Cabin Seats · Textron B300 and B300C. Effective Feb 11, 1994
- [AD 92-15-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-15-01): Truss-To-Firewall Bolts · Textron 100, 200, 200C and 40 more. Effective Aug 21, 1992
- [AD 92-06-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-06-11): Autopilot/Flight Director System Wiring · Textron 1900C, 300, B200 and 2 more. Effective Mar 30, 1992

### Matched by engine (Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-60A)

- [AD 2004-25-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-25-18): Propeller governor assemblies · Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-60A and PT6A-65B. Effective Jan 18, 2005
- [AD 97-04-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-04-12): Compressor Bleed-off Valve · Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-11, PT6A-110, PT6A-112 and 52 more. Effective Mar 14, 1997

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

- [AD 2019-12-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-12-09) (historical): Navigation · Bombardier CL-600-2B16 (CL-604), Flight Display System Application FDSA-6500, 525B and 13 more. Effective Jul 23, 2019
- [AD 2008-07-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-07-10) (historical): Pneumatic supply tube · Hawker Beechcraft B200, B200GT, B300 and 1 more. Effective Apr 10, 2008
- [AD 2006-23-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-23-02) (historical): Flight controls for improper assembly or damage · Raytheon B200, B200C, B300 and 2 more. Effective Dec 13, 2006
- [AD 98-15-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-15-13) (historical): Fuel Hose · Raytheon 100 Model or Series (all), 200 Model or Series (all), 200C and 32 more. Effective Aug 28, 1998
- [AD 93-25-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-25-07) (historical): Fuselage Stringers · Raytheon 200 Model or Series (all), 200C, 200CT and 22 more. Effective Feb 15, 1994

## Information bulletins (advisory) (3 in force)

- [SAIB CE-12-36](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-12-36): Flight Controls: Aileron. Issued Jun 19, 2012
- [SAIB NE-15-21](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-15-21): Fuel Injector Nozzle. Issued Aug 19, 2015
- [SAIB CE-03-24](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-03-24): . Issued Feb 19, 2003

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N65RF.

## NTSB investigations on N65RF not matched to an aircraft (1)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB MIA01TA237](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA01TA237), Nov 16, 2000: Aerofab Lake Seawolf (N65RF), Frostproof, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The failure of the instructor pilot and dual student to begin the water takeoff with adequate clearance from the lake shore for the dual student to complete the takeoff and the failure of the…

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N65RF.

## 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 2026FA0000072](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000072), Feb 3, 2026: SENSOR. FAULTED. DURING PREFLIGHT CHECKS, THE TEST FEATURE OF THE LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR WAS ACTIVATED & TESTED IAW THE BEFORE START CHECKLIST RESULTING IN A GOOD ACTIVATION TEST W

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (339, 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 (Textron B300C)

- [STC SA03025CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03025CH): Installation of weather research equipment and weather modification equipment for the purpose of modifying weather conditions. 3S Certification, LLC
- [STC SA04617NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04617NY): Installation of the Medivac Audio System. Avmax Aviation Services Inc
- [STC SA04218NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04218NY): Installation of Wing Tip Low Profile Pylons with Pods, Underwing Wiring Tunnel and Optional Underwing Antenna Provisions and Antennas. Aerospace Design & Compliance LLC
- [STC SA4175NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4175NM): Installation of fully enclosed main landing gear door system for high-flotation- gear-equipped aircraft. Raisbeck Engineering Inc
- [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 SA02658LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658LA): Replacement of the original Pratt and Whitney PT6A-60A engines and propellers with Pratt and Whitney PT6A-67A engines and MT Propeller MTV-27-1-N-C-F-R(P)/CFR260-65b propellers. Blackhawk Modifications LLC
- [STC SA02279AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02279AT): Installation of a Boom Beam bulb, starter, and ballast. Whelen Aerospace Technologies
- [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 SA04221CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04221CH): Installation of Thermal Acoustic Kit. Skandia 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 SA03204CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03204CH): Installation of an RF Transparent Pod. DS Technologies LLC D/B/A DST
- [STC SA02133SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02133SE): Installation of a Luma Technologies LT-4500 Series Integrated Light\Emitting Diode (LED) Display Panel and LT-3500 LED light modules. Luma Technologies LLC
- [STC SA12345IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12345IB): Replacement of the Halon Type 1211 portable fire extinguisher with the Halotron BrX portable fire extinguisher. Cessna Duesseldorf Citation Service Center GmbH
- [STC SA11302DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11302DS): Installation of the Pro Line Fusion embedded display system (EDS) latest version 3.7 software upgrade and additional factory options. BHE & Associates Ltd
- [STC SA03930NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03930NY): Installation of King Air Belly Payload Mount. Icarus Aero Inc
- [STC SA02017WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02017WI): The Installation of the Parker-Meggitt iPRESS™ System. 3S Certification LLC
- [STC SA03275CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03275CH): Installation of an antiskid brake system. Lee Air Inc
- [STC SA01638WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01638WI): Part Fabrication and Installation of Arm Ledge System and Table Assembly for aircraft cabin interior. Aviation Fabricators Inc
- [STC SA12242IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12242IB): Manufacturing and Installation of King Air Equipment. ICARUS AERO INC
- [STC ST04442CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST04442CH): Installation of SmartSky LiTE System. Apcela IFC JV, LLC dba Apcela ATG
- [STC SA11158SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11158SC): Demonstration of aircraft tolerance to potential electromagnetic interference from certain Transmitting Potable Electronic Devices (T-PEDS). Liberty Partners Inc
- [STC SA04757NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04757NY): Installation of a Lower-Fuselage Radome with Extended Nose & updated ECS. Metrea Special Aerospace, ISR Inc. (an Arizona Corporation)
- [STC SA12202IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA12202IB): Installation of Garmin GWX Weather Radar System. Maxcraft Avionics Ltd
- [STC SA10800SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10800SC): Installation of a 3-tube Rockwell Collins IDS-3000 Electronic Flight Instrument System with File Server Unit (FSU). BHE & Associates LTD
- [STC SA01535WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01535WI-D): Installation of the Garmin G1000 Integrated Avionics System and GFC 700 Automatic Flight Control System and optional Electronic Stability and Protection (ESP). Garmin International Inc
- [STC SA10965SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA10965SC): Installation of upgraded hardware to the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 FMS-3000 to provide Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance (LPV). BHE & Associates LTD
- [STC SA11300DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11300DS): Upgrade previously installed Collins Aerospace Radar Altimeter. BHE & Associates Ltd
- [STC SA2300CE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2300CE): Installation of Removable External Baggage Compartment. Avcon Industries Inc
- [STC SA03343CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03343CH): Extended Range Fuel Tanks. Metrea Special Aerospace ISR Inc
- [STC SA03342CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03342CH): Operating Weight Increase. Metrea Special Aerospace ISR Inc
- [STC SA00400BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00400BO): Installation of an Autothrottle System (ATS). Innovative Solutions & Support Inc
- [STC SA9210SC-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA9210SC-D): Installation of the L-3 Communications Avionics Systems Infrared Imaging System (IRIS). Acron Aviation Inc
- [STC SA04191NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04191NY): Installation of Underwing Pylons with a Pod and Underwing Wiring Tunnel. Aerospace Design & Compliance LLC
- [STC SA11914IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11914IB): Installation of the MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH MTV-47-1-()-C-F-R(P)/CFR260-361(). MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH
- [STC SA11133SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11133SC): Installation of a Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 update to include optional TAWS mode 5 warnings during LPV approaches, optional ADS-B Out, optional synthetic vision system (SVS), optional Communication Management Unit (CMU) and 3rd VHF to support Controller Pilot Data Link. BHE & Associates LTD
- [STC SA00416BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00416BO): Installation of an Outerlink Satellite Communications System (Satcom) and Flight Data Monitoring System Kit. Outerlink Corporation
- [STC SA11855IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11855IB): Installation of the Flap Roller Bearing Assembly. Marsh Brothers Aviation Inc
- [STC SA01101DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01101DE): Installation of Gogo AVANCE L5/LX5 System. Aviation Fabricators Inc
- [STC SA11301DS](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11301DS): Installation of an AirSync flight data monitoring system. BHE & Associates Ltd
- [STC SA02038WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02038WI): Installation of the Universal Avionics ClearVision and Enhanced Vision System (EVS) equipment. Global Aviation Tech LLC
- [STC SA01848WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01848WI): Modification of a Rockwell Collins Global Positioning System (GPS). Rockwell Collins Inc
- [STC SA04660CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04660CH): Installation of large diameter nose belly radar pod with retractable EO/IR sensor mechanism and optional SATCOM radome. Avcon Industries 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 SA00294BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00294BO): Installation of a Night Vision Goggle (NVG) compatible Lighting System. ATI Engineering Services LLC
- [STC SA00322BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00322BO): Installation of a Supplemental Exterior Lighting System. ATI Engineering Services LLC
- [STC SA00335BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00335BO): Installation of a Night Vision Goggle (NVG) compatible Lighting System. ATI Engineering Services LLC
- [STC SA00363BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00363BO): Installation of LED Position Lights. ATI Engineering Services LLC
- [STC SA00159MC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00159MC): Outer Mold Line (OML) modification to include aircraft survivability equipment provisions, structural provisions for a new mission antenna suite and relocation of existing antenna. Sierra Nevada Company LLC
- [STC SA02033WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02033WI): Installation of the SmartSky LITE System. Aeronautix

All 339: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N65RF/stcs.md

## Related

- Other Textron B300C aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/textron-b300c/aircraft.md
- The Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-60A engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-pt6a-60a.md

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