# N72LP: 2003 Schweizer 269C-1 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Schweizer 269C-1](https://openairdocs.org/model/schweizer-269c-1) (registry code 8059504, 3 seats) - Engine: [Lycoming HO-360 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-ho-360-series) (registry code 41513) - Data sheets: [TCDS 4H12](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/4H12) (Schweizer RSG LLC), [TCDS E-286](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E-286) (Lycoming Engines) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 0152 - Year built: 2003 - Type: Rotorcraft - Engine type: Reciprocating - Airworthiness: Standard, normal - Airworthiness date: April 25, 2003 - Certificate issued: September 8, 2014 - Expires: September 30, 2027 - Mode S code: A9A23B - Registered owner: [Ravens Rebuilders Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RAVENS%20REBUILDERS%20INC) - Location: [Ellenboro, WV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WV/Ellenboro) - Owner type: Corporation - Owner's area on the map: 39.2898° N, 81.0601° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 26346, 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=72LP - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N72LP 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 Lycoming HO-360 model are included. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 23 in force ### Matched by airframe (Schweizer 269C-1) - [AD 2023-11-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-11-07): Ground Proximity System · Airbus Helicopters 47, 206, 210 and 237 more. Effective Jun 22, 2023 - [AD 2017-14-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-14-06): Main Rotor Drive System · Sikorsky 269A, 269A-1, 269B and 3 more. Effective Aug 25, 2017 - [AD 2015-23-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-23-01): Tail Rotor Drive · Sikorsky 269A, 269A-1, 269B and 3 more. Effective Dec 15, 2015 - [AD 2011-12-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-12-16): Rotorcraft Tailboom · Schweizer 269A, 269A-1, 269B and 2 more. Effective Jul 21, 2011 - [AD 2005-10-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-10-12): Lateral control trim actuator assembly · Schweizer 269C, 269C-1 and 269D. Effective Jun 2, 2005 - [AD 2000-16-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-16-05): Tail Rotor Swashplate Shaft · Schweizer 269A, 269A-1, 269B and 3 more. Effective Sep 19, 2000 - [AD 99-04-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-04-14): Main Rotor Blade · Schweizer 269C-1. Effective Mar 23, 1999 - [AD 81-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-17-01): Starting Vibrator Assemblies · Bendix Starting Vibrator Assemblies, B-2, B-2A and 49 more. Effective Aug 13, 1981 ### Matched by engine (Lycoming HO-360 series) - [AD 2026-04-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-04-11): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 605 more. Effective Apr 8, 2026 - [AD 2017-16-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-16-11): Reciprocating Engine Power Section · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-360-B1G6 and 93 more. Effective Aug 15, 2017 - [AD 2012-03-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-03-07): Carburetor · Lycoming Engines GO-435, GO-435-C2 (O-435-17), GO-435-C2A and 389 more. Effective Mar 27, 2012 - [AD 2009-26-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-26-12): Cylinder assemblies · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 264 more. Effective Feb 4, 2010 - [AD 2009-02-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-02-03): Fuel injection servos · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 261 more. Effective Feb 9, 2009 - [AD 2006-12-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-12-07): ECi cylinder assemblies · Aerostar AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 386 more. Effective Jul 11, 2006 - [AD 2006-10-21](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2006-10-21): ECi connecting rods · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Connecting Rods, AEIO-360-B1B, AEIO-360-B1D and 171 more. Effective Jun 22, 2006 - [AD 2004-10-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2004-10-14): Crankshaft gear · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 642 more. Effective Jun 25, 2004 - [AD 97-15-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/97-15-11): Cylinder kits · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 538 more. Effective Aug 12, 1997 - [AD 96-09-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-09-10): Oil pump · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-E1A, AEIO-320-E1B, AEIO-320-E2A and 334 more. Effective Jul 15, 1996 - [AD 95-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-07-01): Connecting Rod Bolt · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1E, AEIO-360-B1G6, AEIO-360-H1A and 177 more. Effective Apr 12, 1995 - [AD 92-12-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/92-12-05): Piston Pins · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 532 more. Effective Jul 10, 1992 - [AD 90-04-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-04-06-R1): Propeller Governor External Oil Line · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 427 more. Effective May 28, 1991 - [AD 87-10-06 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/87-10-06-R1): Rocker Arm Assembly · Lycoming Engines IO-360-B4, IVO-360-A1A, O-340-A1A and 243 more. Effective Sep 1, 1989 - [AD 75-08-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-08-09): Oil Pump Drive Shaft · Lycoming Engines AEIO-360-A1B, AEIO-360-A1B6, AEIO-360-A1C and 365 more. Effective Aug 18, 1977 ### Historical (superseded or no longer in force) - [AD 2021-23-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-23-13) (historical): Ground Proximity System · Airbus Helicopters K-225, K-190A, K-240 and 237 more. Effective Dec 9, 2021 - [AD 2011-01-52](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2011-01-52) (historical): Rotorcraft Tailboom · Schweizer 269A, 269A-1, 269B and 2 more - [AD 99-17-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-17-10) (historical): Shaft · Schweizer 269A, 269A-1, 269B and 3 more. Effective Sep 2, 1999 - [AD 76-18-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-18-01) (historical): Tail boom support strut · Schweizer 269A, 269A-1, 269B and 3 more. Effective Sep 7, 1976 - [AD 2024-21-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-21-02) (historical): Engine (Reciprocating) · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 548 more. Effective Dec 5, 2024 - [AD 2008-19-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-19-05) (historical): Parallel Valve'' reciprocating engines · Engine Components Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Assemblies, AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B and 262 more. Effective Oct 20, 2008 - [AD 2005-26-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2005-26-10) (historical): ECi cylinder assemblies. · Lycoming Engines AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 413 more. Effective Jan 31, 2006 - [AD 81-18-04 R2](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-18-04-R2) (historical): Engine Oil Pump Driven Impeller and Shaft · Textron Lycoming, AVCO AEIO-320-D1B, AEIO-320-D2B, AEIO-320-E1A and 376 more. Effective Jun 7, 1982 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (8 in force) - [SAIB SW-17-29](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-17-29): Landing Gear Dampers Inspection. Issued Oct 10, 2017 - [SAIB SW-12-12](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-12-12): Conducting Engine Failure Simulation in Helicopters with Reciprocating Engines.. Issued Jan 12, 2012 - [SAIB SW-09-44](https://openairdocs.org/saib/SW-09-44): Cabin door. Issued Jul 28, 2009 - [SAIB NE-05-05](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-05-05): . Issued Oct 21, 2004 - [SAIB NE-03-56](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-03-56): . Issued Sep 19, 2003 - [SAIB NE-19-08](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-19-08): Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section - Lycoming Engines Parallel Valve Cylinders. Issued May 2, 2019 - [SAIB NE-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-14-13): Reciprocating Engine - Cylinder Mounting Studs. Issued Mar 24, 2014 - [SAIB NE-06-32R1](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NE-06-32R1): Reciprocating Engine - Crankshaft. Issued Sep 10, 2008 ## NTSB investigations None matched to N72LP. ## FAA accident and incident reports (1) 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 20100407031999I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20100407031999I), Apr 7, 2010: Schweizer 269C-1 (N72LP), Zellwood, FL, Minor damage. In preparation for practicing a hovering autorotation from 2 feet above the ground, the flight instructor briefed the student on the steps involved, to include… ## Service difficulty reports (3) 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 2005FA0000475](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000475), Mar 6, 2005: SPLINE. STRIPPED. WHILE IN CRUISE FLIGHT, TAIL ROTOR FAILURE AT APPROX 700 FT, PILOT WENT TO FLAT PITCH, PUT HELICOPTER IN A DIVE TO AVOID ROTATION FROM TORQUE, PERFORMED FULL AU - [SDR 2005FA0000420](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000420), Jan 7, 2005: SHAFT. WORN. DURING 600 HOUR INSPECTION GREASE IN LOWER PULLEY SHAFT HAD A RUSTY (BROWN) COLOR (NOTE: ANDEROL GREASE IS BLACK). UPON INSPECTION PART HAS 600.0 HOURS SINCE NE - [SDR 2005FA0000419](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2005FA0000419), Jan 7, 2005: DRIVE SHAFT. CORRODED. DURING 600 HOUR INSPECTION GREASE IN DRIVE SHAFT HAD A RUSTY (BROWN) COLOR (NOTE: ANDEROL GREASE IS BLACK). UPON INSPECTION PART HAS 600.0 HOURS SINCE NEW. LIFE ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (82, 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 (Schweizer 269C-1) - [STC SH5248NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH5248NM): Installation of external pod, camera mount, and 12 volt power provision. Dart Aerospace USA Inc - [STC SH4036NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH4036NM): Installation of door actuators. Dart Aerospace USA Inc - [STC SR00038DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00038DE): Installation of supplemental lubrication kit for lower drive shaft. Dart Aerospace USA Inc - [STC SA11137SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11137SC): Installation of Plane-Power ALT-FLX alternator. Hartzell Engine Technologies, LLC - [STC SR01838AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01838AT): Installation of Cyclic Friction Release Levers. Thoroughbred Aviation Maintenance Inc. Lists 269 Series - [STC SR02704SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02704SE): Installation and maintenance of the Sunspot 36 and 46 series lights. AeroLED's Holdings LLC - [STC SH7WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH7WE): Fabrication of Precision Helicopters Model 4887 Cargo Rack System. Schweizer RSG LLC - [STC SR02124SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02124SE): Installation functionality. of Data Garmin Required: transponders: (1) Garmin GTX Master 345/345R Drawing with List ADS-B (MDL), Out and In 005-00734-A4, functionality;. Garmin International Inc - [STC SR00359BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00359BO): Installation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SR02487AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02487AK): Installation of L-3 Communications Avionics Systems ESI-500 Standby Instrument System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [STC SR01802WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01802WI): To allow the use of UL91 or UL94 (minimum) grade aviation fuel per ASTM D7547. Swift Fuels LLC - [STC SR02470AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02470AK): Installation of the L-3 Communications NGT -1000/2000/2500 ADS-B System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [STC SR02471AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02471AK): Installation of the L-3 Communications NGT -9000/9000R ADS-B System. ADS-B Technologies, LLC - [STC SR02394AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR02394AK): Replacement of existing landing and/or hover light bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting system. Seaplanes North LLC - [STC SA00432SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00432SE): Installation of EGT 701 series fuel flow instrument. J P Instruments - [STC SR09562RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR09562RC): Installation of Night Vision Goggle Compatible Interior Lighting System. Aero Dynamix Inc - [STC SA2693NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2693NM): Installation of Electronics International digital volt/amp gauges and accessories. Electronics International Inc - [STC SA593CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA593CH): Install Champion SlickSTART magneto booster system. Champion Aerospace LLC - [STC SA4005NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4005NM): Precise Flight Inc. Pulselite Control System. Precise Flight Inc - [STC ST02481CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/ST02481CH): Installation of camera quick disconnect mounting. NASS-EAC - [STC SA00680SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00680SE): Installation of Electronics International model UBG-16 or UBG-16T bar graph engine analyzer. Electronics International - [STC SR01430LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01430LA): Installation of Stainless Steel Skid shoes. Papas Gary Los Angeles Laboratories Inc - [STC SR00081BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR00081BO): Operation or rotorcraft on unleaded and leaded automotive gasoline, 91 minimum antiknock index (RON+MON)/2 per ASTM Specification D-439 or D-4814. Fuller Howard J Jr - [STC SA2687NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2687NM): Installation of Truboplus/ Electronics Int'l gauges and switches. Aero Manufacturing Inc - [STC SR01137CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SR01137CH): Install FLIR Systems, Inc, Ultramedia RS, U6000, 2000 A/B, 2000 F/V, or 2000G Camera System on EAC Helicopters, Inc. Right-Side Camera Mount P/N 300 SM 0003. EAC Helicopters, Incorporated - [STC SH5857SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH5857SW): Installation of remote engine oil filler. Kinzie Industries Inc - [STC SA00061LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00061LA): Installation of JPI digital tachometer. J P Instruments - [STC SH2966SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH2966SO): Installation of pitch control link teflon rings. Bouman R Thomas. Lists 269 Series - [STC SA2350NM PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2350NM%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Inc digital carburetor/outside air temperature gauges. Electronics International - [STC SA4302NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA4302NM): Installation of Electronics Int'l digital automatic engine analyzer. Electronics International - [STC SA3862NM PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA3862NM%20PAGE%201): Installation of Electronics International Primary TIT/EGT/CHT instruments, remote switches and associated accessories. Electronics International - [STC SA2190NM PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2190NM%20PAGE%201): Installation of electronics International Digital Volt/Amp Gauges and Accessories. Electronics International - [STC SH1765NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1765NM): Installation of a Simplex Model5200 spray system. Simplex Manufacturing Company. Lists 269 Series - [STC SA334SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA334SW): Installation of InterAv Alternator. InterAv, Inc - [STC SA586EA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA586EA): Installation of Hartzell anti- overspeed kit. Hartzell Propeller, Inc. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH22WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH22WE): Landing gear conversion kit 100. Agricultural Aviation Engineering Company. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH23WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH23WE): Cargo cling unit with release mechanism. Agricultural Aviation Engineering Company. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH24WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH24WE): Modified spray system. Agricultural Aviation Engineering Company. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH26WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH26WE): Cargo sling unit with release mechanism. Agricultural Aviation Engineering Company. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH35WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH35WE): Spray system. Agricultural Aviation Engineering Company. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH40WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH40WE): Dust dispensing equipment. Agricultural Aviation Engineering Company. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH11WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH11WE): Overlay instrument panel to accommodate Motorola ADF T-128, Sperry Horizon, Schwien turn and bank. Clover Field Radio Supply. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH14WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH14WE): Full flow lube oil filter 30409A with element 1A0235. Winslow Aerofilter Corp. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH18WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH18WE): Cargo racks left and right sides. Waters Helicopter Corp. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH41WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH41WE): HB64 spray equipment of HB 12CF seeding equipment. Heli-Birds Inc. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH54AL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH54AL): Tundra boards. Bill Moore Air Service. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH60WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH60WE): Lycoming HIO-460-B1B engine. Pacific Airmotive Corp. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH6WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH6WE): Aluminum frame cargo rack on front and rear beam assembly. Simplex Manufacturing Co. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH84AL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH84AL): Cargo racks. Bill Moore Air Service. Lists 269 Series - [STC SH1WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SH1WE): Two 30-gallon tanks and spraying equipment. Agricultural Aviation Engineering Company. Lists 269 Series All 82: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N72LP/stcs.md ## Related - Other Schweizer 269C-1 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/schweizer-269c-1/aircraft.md - The Lycoming HO-360 series engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/lycoming-ho-360-series.md --- OpenAirDocs.org is an independent research project of [Contrail Labs](https://contraillabs.com/). It is not affiliated with the FAA or the NTSB. 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