# N97SW: 2000 Learjet 60

- Status: Valid registration
- Airframe: [Learjet 60](https://openairdocs.org/model/learjet-60) (registry code 5170707, 11 seats)
- Engine: [Pratt & Whitney Canada 305 series](https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-305-series) (registry code 52155)
- Data sheets: [TCDS A10CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A10CE) (Learjet Inc.) (OpenAirDocs)
- Serial number: 201
- Year built: 2000
- Type: Fixed wing multi engine
- Engine type: Turbo-fan
- Airworthiness: Standard, transport
- Airworthiness date: October 9, 2000
- Certificate issued: January 6, 2023
- Expires: January 31, 2030
- Mode S code: AD82F1
- Registered owner: [Rsb Investments LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/RSB%20INVESTMENTS%20LLC)
- Location: [Washington, PA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/PA/Washington)
- Owner type: LLC
- Owner's area on the map: 40.1643° N, 80.2524° W: Placed by OpenAirDocs at the center of ZIP code 15301, within about 6 miles (OpenAirDocs). The owner's mailing address, not where the aircraft is based
- FAA registry: https://registry.faa.gov/AircraftInquiry/Search/NNumberResult?nNumberTxt=97SW
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N97SW

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. The registry lists only the engine series, so ADs for every Pratt & Whitney Canada 305 model are included.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs): 19 in force

### Matched by airframe (Learjet 60)

- [AD 2022-05-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-05-01): Spoilers · Learjet 35, 35A (C-21A), 36 and 5 more. Effective Mar 9, 2022
- [AD 2020-11-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2020-11-04): Engine Exhaust · Learjet 60. Effective Jun 25, 2020
- [AD 2019-17-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2019-17-01): Fuselage · Learjet 60. Effective Oct 2, 2019
- [AD 2018-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2018-19-04): TE Flap Control System · Learjet 28, 29, 31 and 9 more. Effective Oct 23, 2018
- [AD 2013-24-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-24-04): Fuel · Learjet 60. Effective Mar 14, 2014
- [AD 2013-13-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-13-09): Landing gear, Wings, Engine exhaust · Learjet 60. Effective Aug 6, 2013
- [AD 2012-08-16](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2012-08-16): Extinguishing system · Learjet 60. Effective May 29, 2012
- [AD 2010-11-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2010-11-11): Landing gear · Learjet 60. Effective Jul 13, 2010
- [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 2002-14-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2002-14-19): Collins Air Data Computers (ADC) · Boeing DC-8-11, DC-8-12, DC-8-21 and 36 more. Effective Aug 23, 2002
- [AD 2001-12-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2001-12-02): Brake Valve · Learjet 55, 55B, 55C and 1 more. Effective Jul 18, 2001
- [AD 2000-23-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2000-23-18): Oxygen Tubing · Learjet 60. Effective Dec 26, 2000
- [AD 99-23-19](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-23-19): Spoiler Actuator · Learjet 31, 31A, 35 and 2 more. Effective Dec 21, 1999
- [AD 99-16-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/99-16-03): Horizontal Stabilizer Anti-Ice System · Learjet 23, 24, 24A and 22 more. Effective Sep 7, 1999
- [AD 98-16-18](https://openairdocs.org/ad/98-16-18): Brake Wear Dimension · Learjet 60. Effective Aug 24, 1998
- [AD 96-18-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-18-01): Aft Core Cowl Nozzle of Engine Nacelles · Learjet 60. Effective Oct 2, 1996
- [AD 95-21-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-21-03): Engine Fire Pull Switch Assembly · Learjet 31A and 60. Effective Oct 26, 1995
- [AD 94-01-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/94-01-06): Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System II Processors · Airbus A300 B2-1A, A300 B2-1C, A300 B2-203 and 176 more. Effective Feb 4, 1994
- [AD 93-23-12](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-23-12): Heating Systems · Learjet 60. Effective Dec 15, 1993

### Matched by engine (Pratt & Whitney Canada 305 series)

None in force.

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

- [AD 2017-11-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-11-09) (historical): Fuselage · Learjet 60. Effective May 30, 2017
- [AD 2017-08-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2017-08-07) (historical): Fuselage · Learjet 60. Effective May 22, 2017
- [AD 2003-19-11](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2003-19-11) (historical): Fuel crossflow tube · Learjet 60. Effective Nov 3, 2003
- [AD 95-14-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/95-14-09) (historical): Fuel Crossflow Tube · Learjet 60. Effective Aug 3, 1995

## Information bulletins (advisory) (2 in force)

- [SAIB 2026-07](https://openairdocs.org/saib/2026-07): MAIN LANDING GEAR ATTACH SECTION, Trunnion Pins. Issued Mar 19, 2026
- [SAIB NM-12-25](https://openairdocs.org/saib/NM-12-25): Auto Flight: Altitude Controller. Issued Apr 16, 2012

## NTSB investigations

None matched to N97SW.

## FAA accident and incident reports

None matched to N97SW.

## Service difficulty reports (1)

As reported by operators and repair stations. Reports filed since November 24, 2014, when the mark's previous registration was cancelled.

- [SDR S2KA202604230001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/S2KA202604230001), Mar 4, 2026: CONTROLLER. FAULTED. RT STAB ANTI ICE BOOT. ANTI ICE BOOT CAUGHT ON FIRE AND BURNED A HOLE AFTER MAIN BAT 1 & 2 WERE SWITCHED ON

## Earlier aircraft with N97SW

The FAA can reassign an N-number once a registration is cancelled. These aircraft carried N97SW before.

- [Cancelled 2014-11-24](https://openairdocs.org/deregistered/N97SW-2014-11-24): Dorzback Karl D JR SPACEWALKER II, S/N 001, built 1993. Registration expired, pending cancellation. Owner: [Dorzback Karl D Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DORZBACK%20KARL%20D%20JR), [Dover, DE](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/DE/Dover)
- [Cancelled (date not recorded)](https://openairdocs.org/deregistered/N97SW-undated): Wendt Steve A AMERICAN ACFT FALCON, S/N 500260. N-number assigned, not yet registered

## Related

- Other Learjet 60 aircraft: https://openairdocs.org/model/learjet-60/aircraft.md
- STCs for the Learjet 60: https://openairdocs.org/model/learjet-60/stcs.md
- The Pratt & Whitney Canada 305 series engine: https://openairdocs.org/engine/pratt-whitney-canada-305-series.md

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