# N6LS: 1981 Beech E-55

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Beech E-55](https://openairdocs.org/model/beech-e-55) (registry code 1152732, 6 seats)
- Data sheets: [TCDS 3A16](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/3A16) (Textron Aviation Inc.) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: TE-1186
- Year built: 1981
- Type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Engine type: Reciprocating
- Airworthiness: Standard, normal
- Airworthiness date: December 19, 1980
- Certificate issued: May 22, 2024
- Expires: May 31, 2031
- Mode S code: A7C398
- Registered owner: [9 Seconds Consulting LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/9%20SECONDS%20CONSULTING%20LLC)
- Location: [Wellington, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Wellington)
- Owner type: LLC
- Owner's area on the map: 26.6467° N, 80.2503° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 33414, 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=6LS
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6LS

From the FAA registry file of October 21, 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): 43 in force

### Matched by airframe (Beech E-55)

- [AD 2023-09-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-09): Exhaust Turbine System (Recip) · Aerostar PA-60-600 (Aerostar 600), PA-60-601 (Aerostar 601), PA-60-601P (Aerostar 601P) and 292 more. Effective Jul 17, 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 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022
- [AD 2013-16-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-16-01): Elevator Balance Weight · Textron 56TC, 58, 95-C55 and 3 more. Effective Sep 24, 2013
- [AD 2011-27-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-27-04): Airspeed Indicator · Two Teledyne Continental Motors model IO-550-C engines… (Mike Jones Aircraft Sales STC SA1762SO). Effective Dec 29, 2011
- [AD 2009-25-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-25-01): Shoulder harnessess · Textron 58, 58A, 58P and 12 more. Effective Jan 8, 2010
- [AD 2008-13-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-13-17): Circuit breaker toggle switches · Textron 58, 58P, 58TC and 14 more. Effective Aug 6, 2008
- [AD 2007-08-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-08-08): Uplock roller · Textron 35, 35-33, 35-A33 and 49 more. Effective May 25, 2007
- [AD 2005-18-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-18-20): "FASTprop" propeller de-icers · Hartzell PHC-C3YF-1RF/F8468A(B,K)-8R constant speed propeller (STC SA00718LA or 17 others). Effective Oct 14, 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 2002-11-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-11-07): Electroluminescent panel retaining screw. · Textron 58, 58A, 58P and 6 more. Effective Jul 15, 2002
- [AD 2001-23-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-17): GNS 430 units · Cessna 172, 182, 206 and 209 more. Effective Dec 28, 2001
- [AD 2001-23-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-23-10): Flap Flex Shaft Assemblies · Textron 35, 35-33, 35-A33 and 60 more. Effective Dec 13, 2001
- [AD 2001-10-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-10-09): Automatic Flight Control Systems · Aerostar PA-60-700P (Aerostar 700P), 208, 208B and 15 more. Effective Jun 15, 2001
- [AD 2000-18-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-18-02): Elevator Skin Assemblies · Textron 56TC, 58, 58P and 12 more. Effective Sep 22, 2000
- [AD 99-05-13 R1 WD](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-05-13-R1-WD): Withdrawal of AD 99-05-13 · Beech B17B, B17L, B17R (Army UC-43H) and 107 more. Effective Jul 5, 2000
- [AD 98-21-21 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-21-21-R1): Electric Inflatable Door Seals · Cessna 17-30, 17-30A, 17-31 and 267 more. Effective May 1, 2000
- [AD 98-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-14-03): Transponders · Cessna 172, 172A, 172B and 230 more. Effective Aug 16, 1998
- [AD 98-04-24](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-04-24): AFM - Limitations Section - Icing · Textron 100, 300, 58 and 13 more. Effective Mar 13, 1998
- [AD 97-16-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-16-10): Filters · Cessna 310R, T310R, 36 and 17 more. Effective Sep 18, 1997
- [AD 97-14-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-14-15): Cabin Side Door And Utility Door Handle · Textron 36, 50, 56TC and 41 more. Effective Sep 2, 1997
- [AD 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996
- [AD 91-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-17-01): Elevator Trim Tab Actuators · Textron 35-33, 35-A33, 35-B33 and 40 more. Effective Nov 25, 1991
- [AD 91-15-20](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-15-20): Engine Mount · Textron 58, 58A, 95-C55 and 5 more. Effective Sep 3, 1991
- [AD 90-08-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-08-14): Wing Spar Structure · Textron 56TC, 58, 58A and 17 more. Effective May 7, 1990
- [AD 88-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/88-21-02): Seat Tracks · Textron 58, 58A, 58P and 13 more. Effective Oct 31, 1988
- [AD 87-18-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-18-06-R1): Seat Recline Actuator Handle · Textron 58, 58A, 58P and 9 more. Effective Feb 5, 1988
- [AD 84-09-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/84-09-01): Window Emergency Egress Provision · Textron 35, 36, 50 and 60 more. Effective May 25, 1984
- [AD 79-01-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-01-01): Screws in Control System · Textron 100, 200, 35-B33 and 34 more. Effective Jan 8, 1979
- [AD 78-05-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/78-05-06): Flexible Fuel Cells · Cessna 180, 182, 185 and 98 more. Effective Jun 30, 1978
- [AD 76-22-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-22-02): 'Y' Type Shoulder Harness · Textron 200, 58, 58A and 14 more. Effective Jun 2, 1977
- [AD 77-02-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/77-02-04): Wing Tip Strobe Lights · Textron 100, 58, 58A and 13 more. Effective Mar 3, 1977
- [AD 76-13-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-13-05): Electrical Power · Textron 58, 58A, B60 and 3 more. Effective Jul 6, 1976
- [AD 75-16-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-16-10): Elevator Trim Tab · Textron 56TC, 58, 58A and 17 more. Effective Aug 6, 1975
- [AD 75-12-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-12-10): Autopilots · M7 Aerospace 60, 95-C55, 95-C55A and 17 more. Effective Jun 11, 1975
- [AD 74-24-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-24-03): Strobe Light System · Textron 100, 200, 58 and 16 more. Effective Nov 22, 1974
- [AD 74-03-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/74-03-02): Landing Gear Shock Strut Piston · Textron 58, 58A, 95-B55 and 6 more. Effective Feb 5, 1974
- [AD 73-26-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-26-08): Roll and Pitch Servo Clamps · Textron 95-55, 95-A55, 95-B55 and 5 more. Effective Dec 26, 1973
- [AD 73-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-21-02): Failure of Flex Hose Assemblies · Textron 58, 58A, 95-C55 and 5 more. Effective Oct 12, 1973
- [AD 71-24-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/71-24-10): Security of Control Wheel · Textron 35-C33, 35-C33A, 36 and 21 more. Effective Aug 1, 1973
- [AD 73-14-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/73-14-03): Landing Gear Shock Strut Piston · Textron 58, 58A, 95-B55 and 7 more. Effective Jul 6, 1973
- [AD 72-11-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-11-02): Engine Fuel Interruption · Textron 35, 35-33, 35-A33 and 48 more. Effective May 20, 1972
- [AD 72-01-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-01-02): Oil Drain Tubes · Textron 58, 58A, 95-55 and 10 more. Effective Jan 5, 1972

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

- [AD 99-05-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-05-13) (historical): Fuel Tank Selector · Beech B17B, B17L, B17R (Army UC-43H) and 107 more. Effective Apr 19, 1999
- [AD 91-18-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/91-18-19) (historical): Pilot Shoulder Harnesses · Hawker Beechcraft 58 Model or Series (all), 58A, 58P and 11 more. Effective Oct 21, 1991
- [AD 72-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/72-22-01) (historical): Landing Gear Uplock Rollers · Raytheon 35-33, 35-A33, 35-B33 and 49 more. Effective Oct 25, 1972

## Information bulletins (advisory) (8 in force)

- [SAIB SW-18-31](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-18-31): NAVIGATION, ATTITUDE, AND DIRECTION DATA SYSTEM. Issued Nov 21, 2018
- [SAIB CE-15-22](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-15-22): Wing Leading Edge Hinge-Pin Corrosion. Issued Sep 15, 2015
- [SAIB CE-13-22](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-13-22): Electrical Power System  Circuit Breaker Switch. Issued Mar 13, 2013
- [SAIB CE-12-36](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-12-36): Flight Controls: Aileron. Issued Jun 19, 2012
- [SAIB CE-11-28](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-28): Airplane Fuel and Electrical Systems on Hawker Beechcraft Corporation Twin Engine Airplanes.. Issued Apr 8, 2011
- [SAIB CE-11-21](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-21): Flight Controls: Trailing Edge Flaps; Flap Nose Rib Cracking. Issued Feb 16, 2011
- [SAIB CE-04-04](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-04-04): . Issued Oct 16, 2003
- [SAIB CE-00-14](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-00-14): . Issued Jan 20, 2000

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N6LS.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N6LS.

## Service difficulty reports

None filed for this aircraft. Reports filed since February 11, 2002, when the mark's previous registration was cancelled.

## Earlier aircraft with N6LS

The FAA can reassign an N-number once a registration is cancelled. These aircraft carried N6LS before.

- [Cancelled 2002-02-11](https://openairdocs.org/deregistered/N6LS-2002-02-11): Laister Sailplane LP-15, S/N N1, built 1973. Triennial form not returned. Owner: [Inkster Elwood M](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/INKSTER%20ELWOOD%20M), [Los Angeles, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Los%20Angeles)

## Related

- Other Beech E-55 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/beech-e-55/aircraft.md
- STCs for the Beech E-55: https://openairdocs.org/model/beech-e-55/stcs.md

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