# N959MA: 2005 Pilatus PC-12/47 - Status: Valid registration - Airframe: [Pilatus PC-12/47](https://openairdocs.org/model/pilatus-pc-12-47) (registry code 7090552, 12 seats) - Engine: [Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67B](https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-pt6a-67b) (registry code 52158) - Data sheets: [TCDS A78EU](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A78EU) (Pilatus Aircraft Ltd.), [TCDS E26NE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/E26NE) (Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp.) (OpenAirDocs) - Serial number: 684 - Year built: 2005 - Type: Fixed wing single engine - Engine type: Turbo-prop - Airworthiness: Standard, normal - Airworthiness date: July 9, 2014 - Certificate issued: May 9, 2014 - Expires: May 31, 2027 - Mode S code: AD572A - Registered owner: [Air Methods LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/AIR%20METHODS%20LLC) - Location: [Greenwood Village, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Greenwood%20Village) - Owner type: LLC - Owner's area on the map: 39.6120° N, 104.8828° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 80111, within about 2 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based - FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=959MA - Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N959MA 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. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 15 in force ### Matched by airframe (Pilatus PC-12/47) - [AD 2026-13-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2026-13-02): Navigation · Airbus Canada Limited Partnership 18, 49-46, 80-A and 555 more. Effective Jul 1, 2026 - [AD 2024-08-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-08-07): Main Landing Gear Attach Section · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Jun 3, 2024 - [AD 2023-09-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-09-12): Air Conditioning System Wiring · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Jul 5, 2023 - [AD 2021-24-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2021-24-01): Aerodynamic Faring · Pilatus PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and PC-12/47E with STC SA00634DE. Effective Jan 13, 2022 - [AD 2020-21-23](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-21-23): Stabilizers · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Dec 7, 2020 - [AD 2016-18-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-18-05): Power Plant · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Oct 6, 2016 - [AD 2016-12-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-12-01): Wings · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Jul 15, 2016 - [AD 2015-14-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2015-14-10): Flight Controls · Pilatus PC-12/47 and PC-12/47E. Effective Aug 20, 2015 - [AD 2008-07-11 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-07-11-R1): Flight Controls · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47. Effective Mar 25, 2013 - [AD 2009-05-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-05-07): Rear stick-pusher cable · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Mar 30, 2009 - [AD 2008-07-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-07-11): Pitch trim actuator · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47. Effective May 9, 2008 - [AD 2008-02-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-02-03): MLG special bolts · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47. Effective Feb 20, 2008 - [AD 2007-21-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2007-21-11): Oil pile assemblies · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47. Effective Nov 5, 2007 ### Matched by engine (Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67B) - [AD 2024-04-51](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2024-04-51): Turbine Section · Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-64, PT6A-66, PT6A-66A and 17 more. Effective Mar 28, 2024 - [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 2023-12-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2023-12-17) (historical): Horizontal Stabilizer, Spar/Rib · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/47, PC-12/45 and 1 more. Effective Aug 7, 2023 - [AD 2022-19-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-19-03) (historical): Rudder Actuator, Main Landing Gear, Main Landing Gear Attach Section · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Oct 27, 2022 - [AD 2016-26-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2016-26-08) (historical): Time Limits · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Feb 9, 2017 - [AD 2014-22-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2014-22-01) (historical): Time Limits · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Dec 18, 2014 - [AD 2012-26-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-26-16) (historical): Time Limits · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Mar 26, 2013 - [AD 2009-14-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2009-14-13) (historical): Landing gear · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45, PC-12/47 and 1 more. Effective Aug 19, 2009 - [AD 2008-06-17](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-06-17) (historical): Rear stick-pusher · Pilatus PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47. Effective Apr 2, 2008 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (3 in force) - [SAIB CE-17-13](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-17-13): Engine Oil Pressure; Torque Transducer Oil Pressure Pipe P-Clamp Installation. Issued May 19, 2017 - [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 N959MA. ## FAA accident and incident reports None matched to N959MA. ## Service difficulty reports (7) 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 QMLA2025042020050](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/QMLA2025042020050), Apr 20, 2025: THROTTLE. FAULTED. DURING CLIMBOUT, AT 8,000 FEET MSL, THERE WAS NO THROTTLE RESPONSE FOR APPROXIMATELY THE LAST 20% OF THROTTLE LEVER TRAVEL. THE THROTTLE OPERATED NORMALLY THROU - [SDR QMLA2025022120023](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/QMLA2025022120023), Feb 23, 2025: FILTER. BYPASSING. AFTER TAKEOFF OUT KLBF, DURING THE CLIMB OUT, THE CAWS PANEL FUEL PRESSURE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. I RAN THROUGH THE QRH CHECKLIST FOR THAT ANNUNCIATOR WHICH EXTINGU - [SDR QMLA2025010620001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/QMLA2025010620001), Dec 31, 2024: PUMP. INOPERATIVE. LOW FUEL PRESSURE LIGHT ILLUMINATED IN FLIGHT DURING DESCENT. PER QRH, TURNED BOOST PUMPS TO ON AND CONTINUED DESCENT TRYING TO GET TO WARMER AIR. LOW PRESSURE - [SDR QMLA2024080220095](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/QMLA2024080220095), Aug 2, 2024: AOA. FAULTED. IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF THE STICK SHAKER ACTIVATED CONTINUOUSLY WITH THE PUSHER CAWS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. RETURNED TO AIRPORT FOR LANDING. - [SDR QMLA2024050120046](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/QMLA2024050120046), Apr 29, 2024: PUMP. FAULTED. WE WERE AT FLIGHT LEVEL 210 IN NORMAL CRUISE. WE HAD BEEN AIRBORNE FOR 2+ HOURS. THE MASTER CAUTION ILLUMINATED SPORADICALLY SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE I COULD SEE IT - [SDR QMLA2023062920051](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/QMLA2023062920051), Jun 29, 2023: UNKNOWN. UNKNOWN. I TOOK OFF FROM RUNWAY 30 AT KLBF AND, AFTER GEAR AND FLAP RETRACTION AT ABOUT 500FT AGL, THE BUS TIE POPPED OFFLINE ALONG WITH THE NON ESSENTIAL BUS. AFTER RUN - [SDR QMLA2015110415103](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/QMLA2015110415103), Nov 4, 2015: UNKNOWN. ODOR. PILOT REPORTED HOT METAL SMELL WITH ECS CAUTION LIGHT, 25 MIN FROM LANDING. CHECKLIST CORRECTED PROBLEM, BUT IT CAME BACK ABOUT 5 MIN FROM LANDING. ANOTHER HOT ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (123, 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 (Pilatus PC-12/47) - [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 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 SA01844WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01844WI): Installation of Garmin GFC 600 Automatic Flight Control System. Garmin International Inc - [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 SA02019SE-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02019SE-D): Installation of Garmin Model GTN 625/635/650; 725/750 Navigation System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02742NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02742NY): Installation of MT-Propeller Entwicklung GmbH model MTV-27-1-N-C-F-R(P)/CFR260-65. MT- Propeller Entwicklung GmbH - [STC SA04763NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04763NY): Installation of of Gogo Galileo HDX. Pro Star Aviation LLC - [STC SA03275CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03275CH): Installation of an antiskid brake system. Lee Air Inc - [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 SA04841NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04841NY): Installation of replacement LED recognition lights, LED wingtip lights, LED beacon lights, LED taxi lights, and LED landing lights. Whelen Aerospace Technologies - [STC SA04278NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04278NY): Installation of the GPS/Iridium Antenna Provisions. SKYTRAC Systems Ltd - [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 SA09887AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09887AC): Installation of an Avionica MK-III mini Quick Access Recorder (QAR) and optional 4G or LTE Avionica Cellular Module (avCM. Aircraft Systems and Manufacturing Inc - [STC SA01527CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01527CH): Installation of a Honeywell KMH 880 Multi-Hazard Awareness System or a Honeywell KTA 870 Traffic Advisory System. Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies Inc - [STC SA04220NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04220NY): Installation of Retractable Camera Mount System. Trine Aerospace & Defense - [STC SA02558SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02558SE): Installation of a Light Emitting Diode (LED) Landing and Taxi Light. AeroLED's Holdings LLC - [STC SA04051CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04051CH): Certification of Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) Out System with Rockwell Collins TDR-94/-94D Transponders. CMD Flight Solutions LLC - [STC SA00028MC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00028MC): Installation of non-essential antenna and radome. Sierra Nevada Company LLC - [STC SA03316CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03316CH): Activation of an 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi System. Elliott Aviation Technical Products Development Inc - [STC SA00229MC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00229MC): Installation of Dual Mode Recognition Lights. Sierra Nevada Company LLC - [STC SA02658SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02658SE): Installation of Garmin GI 275 Multi-Function Display System. Garmin International Inc - [STC SA02266LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02266LA): Installation of a Pratt and Whitney PT6A-67P. Finnoff Aviation Products LLC - [STC SA02010WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02010WI): Installation of the Mid-Continent Instruments & Avionics MD23 FLEX Custom Function Display (CFD). Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics - [STC SA00076IB](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00076IB): Installation of Photo luminescent Safety Systems. STG AEROSPACE GERMANY GmbH - [STC SA03097AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03097AT): Installation of Cabin Interior Light Emitting Diode (LED) Reading and Wash Lights and Air Gaspers. Woven Electronics, LLC - [STC SA01044DE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01044DE): This STC approves the Finnoff Aviation Products installation of the TB44 advanced lithium-ion battery manufactured by True Blue Power in the make and model listed above (Single Battery Configuration). Finnoff Aviation Products - [STC SA01376CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01376CH): Installation of Parker Hannifin Wheel/Brake Assembly P/N 40-424/30-244 (conversion kit no. 199-241). KAMAN Corporation Aircraft Wheel and Brake LLC - [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 SA09856AC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA09856AC): Installation of BendixKing Aerowave 100 In-flight Data Link System for non-essential, non-required aircraft Cabin Systems & Equipments. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King) - [STC SA11174SC PAGE 1](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA11174SC%20PAGE%201): Installation of BendixKing by Honeywell KSN 770 and KSN 765 WAAS LPV approach capable nav/comm systems. Honeywell International Inc (Bendix King) - [STC SA02265SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02265SE): Installation of a camera housing. Airborne Sensor LLC - [STC SA02075SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02075SE): Installation of a Mid-Continent MD835( ) Lithium Ion Battery. Mid-Continent Instrument Co. Inc - [STC SA04556NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04556NY): Installation of so-called Seat Slides JG into the cabin. J.G.A - [STC SA00272LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00272LA): Installation of a Patient Loading Utility System (PLUS). LifePort LLC - [STC SA04514NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA04514NY): Single/Dual Transponder System ADS-B Upgrade. Scandinavian Avionics Design ApS - [STC SA02427AK](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02427AK): Installation of the Max-Viz® Enhanced Vision System (EVS) Model-1500 on Pilatus PC-12 aircraft equipped with a fixed-mounted or panel-mounted Multi-Function Display (MFD) with the ability to display video imagery. PECO Inc - [STC SA03476CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA03476CH): Installation of Patient Loading and Utility System (PLUS). LifePort LLC - [STC SA01116WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01116WI-D): Installation of a Honeywell AM-250 Altimeter. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA01253WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01253WI-D): Approved for model PC-12/45, S/N 101 and after, not to exceed S/N 540. Group airworthiness approval for Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM). Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA02683SE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02683SE): Installation of a Supplemental Lighting System. Aviation Specialties Unlimited Inc - [STC SA01524WI-D](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01524WI-D): Models PC-12, PC-12/45 and PC-12/47 - Installation of the alternate part number EFS 40/50 SG 465 Symbol Generator. Honeywell International Inc - [STC SA00393BO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA00393BO): Installation of the Pratt & Whitney Engine Services FAST System. Pratt & Whitney Engine Services Inc - [STC SA01865WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01865WI): Installation of Generator 2 RCCB Upgrade and/or Dual Battery Cockpit Labeling. Finnoff Aviation Products - [STC SA01855WI](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01855WI): Installation of the Send Solutions Airtext Router in 14 CFR Part 23 Aircraft. 3S Certification LLC - [STC SA01452CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA01452CH): Installation of an air ambulance conversion kit. Med-Pac Inc - [STC SA02677LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02677LA): Modification to upgrade the existing Mode S Transponder system by installing the ACSS NXT-700 Transponder with ADS-B Out and optionally install the ACSS NXG-900 GPS as the position source for ADS-B Out. Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC - [STC SA02678LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA02678LA): Modification to upgrade the existing Mode S Transponder system by installing the ACSS NXT-600 Transponder with ADS-B Out and optionally install the ACSS NXG-900 GPS as the position source for ADS-B Out. Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS) LLC All 123: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N959MA/stcs.md ## Earlier aircraft with N959MA The FAA can reassign an N-number once a registration is cancelled. These aircraft carried N959MA before. - [Cancelled 2007-01-22](https://openairdocs.org/deregistered/N959MA-2007-01-22): Piper PA-32RT-301T, S/N 3257395, built 2005. Exported to Mexico. Owner: [Antares Air Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ANTARES%20AIR%20INC), [Las Vegas, NV](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NV/Las%20Vegas) - [Cancelled 2001-05-10](https://openairdocs.org/deregistered/N959MA-2001-05-10): Piper PA-23-250, S/N 27-3412. Exported to Chile. Owner: [Kniprath Mark A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KNIPRATH%20MARK%20A), [Nekoosa, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/Nekoosa) ## Related - Other Pilatus PC-12/47 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/pilatus-pc-12-47/aircraft.md - The Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67B engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-pt6a-67b.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.