# Aerostar International RAVEN S-55A - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 7485055 - Manufacturer (registry): AEROSTAR INTERNATIONAL INC - Model: RAVEN S-55A - Aircraft type: Balloon - Category: Balloon - Engines: None - Seats: 1 - Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb - Certification: Type certificated - Data sheet: [TCDS A15CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A15CE) (OpenAirDocs) - Holder: Balloonacy LLC - Registered aircraft: 10 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/aerostar-international-raven-s-55a Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker. ## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs) Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment. - [AD 2013-03-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-03-10): Hardware · Aeronaut Instruction Research Skysailor 105, Skysailor 90, 110C and 439 more. Effective Mar 19, 2013 - [AD 93-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-16-13): Fuel Hose · Aerostar International 110P, 78C, 90C and 20 more. Effective Oct 15, 1993 - [AD 90-25-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-25-09): Suspension Cables · Aerostar International RX-6, RX-7, RX-8 and 8 more. Effective Jan 14, 1991 - [AD 86-10-11 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-10-11-R1): Fuel Supply Hose Assemblies · Aerostar International RX-6, RX-7, S-40A and 6 more. Effective Jul 10, 1986 - [AD 81-21-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-21-02-R1): Hook And Pile Fastener Tape · Aerostar International RX-6, RX-7, S-40A and 5 more. Effective Mar 8, 1984 - [AD 80-01-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/80-01-03): Parachute Top Release · Aerostar International S-50A, S-55A and S-60A. Effective Jan 7, 1980 - [AD 75-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-19-04): Valve System · Aerostar International RX-6, S-40A, S-50A and 2 more. Effective Sep 17, 1975 ## Information bulletins (advisory) (1) - [SAIB CE-11-44](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-44): Fuel: Cylinder Strap Installation. Issued Jul 13, 2011 ## Registered aircraft (10) - [N3554D](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3554D): [Drake Richard R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DRAKE%20RICHARD%20R), [Radcliffe, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Radcliffe), built 1988, S/N S55A-3038, First renewal notice - [N3597X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3597X): [Hunter Seth A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HUNTER%20SETH%20A), [Farmington, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Farmington), built 1989, S/N S55A-3048 - [N3598V](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3598V): [Wiltermuth Brent](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WILTERMUTH%20BRENT), [Clarissa, MN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/MN/Clarissa), built 1989, S/N S55A-3045 - [N6437N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N6437N): [Norris Dennis R](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/NORRIS%20DENNIS%20R), [Covington, TN](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/TN/Covington), built 1986, S/N S55A-3014 - [N64437](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N64437): [Kokopelli Aviation LLC](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KOKOPELLI%20AVIATION%20LLC), [Albuquerque, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Albuquerque), built 1986, S/N S55A-3017 - [N64904](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N64904): [Stasyshyn Robert W](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/STASYSHYN%20ROBERT%20W), [Clinton, NJ](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NJ/Clinton), built 1987, S/N S55A-3027 - [N71394](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N71394): [Korth Brandon C](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KORTH%20BRANDON%20C), [New London, WI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/WI/New%20London), built 1995, S/N S55A-3066 - [N88DC](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N88DC): [Borts Wyman L Jr](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BORTS%20WYMAN%20L%20JR), [Des Moines, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Des%20Moines), S/N S55A-3018 - [N90448](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N90448): [South Taft Liquor Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SOUTH%20TAFT%20LIQUOR%20INC), [Fort Collins, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Fort%20Collins), built 1992, S/N S55A-3062 - [N91JD](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N91JD): [Weindel Zachary P](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/WEINDEL%20ZACHARY%20P), [East Greenwich, RI](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/RI/East%20Greenwich), built 1990, S/N S55A-3057 ## NTSB investigations (3) 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 LAX97LA287](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX97LA287), Aug 13, 1997: Aerostar S-55A (N3607B), Marana, AZ, destroyed. Probable cause: The pilot's in-flight planning/decision to continue his flight after striking a fence, and his inability to attain the proper climb rate, which subsequently led to the in-flight collision with the… - [NTSB FTW93LA147](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW93LA147), May 1, 1993: Raven S-55A (N6465K), Bentonville, AR, substantial damage. Probable cause: AIRCRAFT CONTROL WAS NOT MAINTAINED BY THE PILOT. A FACTOR WAS UNFAVORABLE WINDS - [NTSB MKC88LA084](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC88LA084), Apr 29, 1988: Raven S-55 (N6436U), Burlington, IA, substantial damage ## FAA accident and incident reports (4) 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. - [Accident 19970813022149A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19970813022149A), Aug 13, 1997: Raven S55A (N3607B), Marana, AZ, Destroyed. Struck power line on ascent. Burned. Blamed wind drift. Basket first hit a fence. Failed timely abort. - [Accident 19930501011389A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19930501011389A), May 1, 1993: Raven S55A (N6465K), Bentonville, AR, Substantial damage. Balloon was blown into a fence while deflating after landing. - [Incident 19890527041209I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890527041209I), May 27, 1989: Raven S55A (N28956), Mantua, OH. Hit powerlines with side of gondola during landing. No damage to balloon. Powerlines separated at splice. - [Accident 19880429012729A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880429012729A), Apr 29, 1988: Raven S55A (N6436U), Burlington, IA, Substantial damage. Balloon was hit by a whirlwind just prior to landing. Pilot fell out balloon dragged into wires. Injured passengers ## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (22) Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has. - [STC SB10564SC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB10564SC): Installation of Night Position Lights. Highland Balloon Repair, CRS NHMD682X - [STC SB01030CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB01030CH): Replace Aerostar Basket/BurnerFuel Tanks with a Cameron Balloons Ltd. (Thunder & Colt) Basket/Burner/Fuel Tanks. Balloonacy LLC - [STC SB146CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB146CH): Replace Aerostar Basket/Burner with a Cameron Basket/Burner. Balloonacy LLC - [STC SB09657RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB09657RC): Installation of Aircraft Position Lights. Albuquerque Balloon Center, Inc - [STC SB04407AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB04407AT): Installation of the DBI-III Omega. Balloonacy, Ltd. LLC - [STC SB03361CH](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB03361CH): Replace the Aerostar basket, burner & fuel tanks; with Lindstrand basket, burner & fuel tanks. Cameron Balloons US - [STC SB917GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB917GL): Addition of a refueling adapter to the main fuel line. LTA Aviation Inc - [STC SB00601NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB00601NY): Installation of Aerostat Envelopes model W-100-4 replacement envelope. DiGiovanni Ronald T - [STC SB742NE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB742NE): Installation of an Aerostat envelope, model W-140-2 (2-point system) and W-140-4 (point system). Ronald T. DiGiovanni - [STC SA2738SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2738SW): Installation of an electric operated valve. John Terry - [STC SB00407LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB00407LA): Installation of foam padded tank covers. John Terry - [STC SA5469NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5469NM): Installation of position light. Great American Balloon Co Inc - [STC SA2737SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2737SW): Removal of LPG regulator. AERCO - [STC SA2758SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2758SW): Installation of revised deflation valve. AERCO - [STC SL1572SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SL1572SO): Replacement of envelope fabric. Head Balloons Inc - [STC SL211RM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SL211RM): Modification of suspension system and skirt of Raven S-55A hot air balloon envelope to achieve compatibility with Barnes Balloon Works gondola Models 4.0 and 4.5 and Model T3-017 burner system. Raven Industries, Inc - [STC SL163GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SL163GL): Modification: Move the velcro 4 to6 inches back away from the lip of the deflation port. Enlarge deflation panel. Wiederkehr Matt H - [STC SB9WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB9WE): Installation of a digital readout balloon envelope temperature indicator. Advanced Aircraft Components - [STC SB5WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB5WE): Installation of position lights on hot air balloon Model S55A, Serial number 138 ONLY. Limited to installation on this serial number 138 ONLY. Thornton Ronald D - [STC SL962SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SL962SO): Installation of ball lock pins, MS 17985-545 or MS 17984-545. Balloons, Inc - [STC SB4WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB4WE): Installation of digital readout balloon envelope temperature indicator. Advanced Aircraft Components - [STC SA1720SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA1720SW): Install four burner can assembly. Cutter Flying Service, Inc ## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (23) Current parts manufacturer approvals (PMA): parts the FAA has approved companies to make as replacements or modifications. Each record lists its models as free text; OpenAirDocs matched them to this model on its data sheet, so check the FAA record before relying on it. Newest first. - [P/N SAT-52544](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/EC2AFE1A9D2822D086257D510058B216.0001): Skirt Dipper S55A/S57A/S60A. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52544 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-52954](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/E6E8F4913944AD9B86257D510058B715.0001): Deflation Panel S55A/S57A/S60A Aerochute. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52954 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-52943](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DA8F251A4E0B01F186257D510058B64D.0001): Deflation Panel S55A/S57A/S60A Parachute. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52943 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-51880-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D6F5E43A965C049186257D510058BDA5.0001): Spring Pocket Rect. 5/8 opening. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51880-1 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-52931](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C11ABC795019AC5086257D510058B50D.0001): Deflation Panel S55A/S57A/S60A Spring Top. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52931 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-17989-01](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/94BC9539C00962EF86257D510058B05E.0001): Skirt S55/57/60A 2 point mid-gore. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 17989-01 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-51880-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/8C7CA2F43552825386257D510058BDCC.0001): Spring Pocket Rect. 7/8 opening. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51880-2 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-52264-28](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/7931CAADDAA7B86286257D510058BFFC.0001): Red Deflation Strap 26-ft.. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52264-28 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-17989-02](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/751833FA9C1AD07D86257D510058B086.0001): Skirt S55A/ S57A/S60A 4 point mid-gore. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 17989-02 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-51982-3](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/6C0D837409D49B1286257D510058B41D.0001): Deflation Panel S55A Rip Top. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51982-3 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-51880-5](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/59CB9A82C9EEA8BB86257D510058BDF4.0001): Spring Pocket Back-up Rect.. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51880-5 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-17989-04](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/2D62862A54FCFB9986257D510058B0D6.0001): Skirt S55A/ S57A/S60A 2 point Forgecraft. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 17989-04 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT-52264-14](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/24389E4B4B11C6BF86257D510058BEE5.0001): Red Deflation Strap 89-ft.. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52264-14 · Sep 10, 2014 - [P/N SAT 17989-03](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/1B40813B2E0AD06B86257D510058B0AD.0001): Skirt S55A/ S57A/S60A 4 point Forgecraft. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 17989-03 · Sep 10, 2014 - [ARP52878](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/10BA36B11835585586257BBA00482DD3.0001): Cable Set, 3PT, S-55A/S57A/ S57H/S60A Spec. Carabiner Steel (BW). Balloonacy ltd LLC · PMA PQ4173CE · Replaces 52878 · Jul 7, 2013 - [ARP52879](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/08C8592584666EE786257BBA00482DD4.0001): Cable Set, 3PT, S-55A/S57A /S57H/S60A Spec.Carabiner/Kevlar (BW). Balloonacy ltd LLC · PMA PQ4173CE · Replaces 52879 · Jul 7, 2013 - [ARP52824-4](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F11B2CAC618093CD86257B080075B586.0001): Cable Pair B, 4 point, S55A/S57A/S60A, Caribiner/Kevlar Susp. Balloonacy ltd LLC · PMA PQ4173CE · Replaces 52824-4 · Jan 24, 2013 - [ARP52824-7](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/CB2DD4C64F67F3D686257B080075B58E.0001): Cable Pair A, 4 point, S55A/S57A/S60A, Caribiner/Kevlar Susp. Balloonacy ltd LLC · PMA PQ4173CE · Replaces 52824-7 · Jan 24, 2013 - [ARP52824-5](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/8C42457FB312DCEA86257B080075B589.0001): Cable Pair C, 4 point, S55A/S57A/S60A, Caribiner/Kevlar. Balloonacy ltd LLC · PMA PQ4173CE · Replaces 52824-5 · Jan 24, 2013 - [All parts noted on John Terry Master Drawing List TCC 001 as listed on Approved Model List SB00408LA](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/2F62196899E6528D8525704D004C82BC.0001): Tank Cover. Terry Associates · Modification part · Nov 6, 2000 - [All parts noted on MDL TCC 001 as listed on AML No. SB00408LA](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C97689D806730C3A8525704D004C84D0.0001): Tank Cover. Terry Associates - Aerostatic Engineering · Modification part · Sep 2, 1997 - [RP102](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F371488C97739FA08525703F004DD35F.0001): Replacement Panel. Custom Nine Designs Inc · Replaces D-11813 Gores 1-24 Station 7.75 - 75.25 · Oct 5, 1994 - [Dwg 100-01](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/1406C80067C79ECF8525703D006949BF.0001): Refueling Adaptor. Balloons Unlimited of Wis Inc · Modification part · Dec 12, 1993 ## The same model under other registry codes Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes. - [Raven S55A](https://openairdocs.org/model/raven-s55a): 57 registered aircraft, registry code 7480402 - [Aerostar International S-55A](https://openairdocs.org/model/aerostar-international-s-55a): 13 registered aircraft, registry code 7485002 - [Raven Industries S-55A](https://openairdocs.org/model/raven-industries-s-55a): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 7480609 - [Franc Demontgolfieres Sarl S55A](https://openairdocs.org/model/franc-demontgolfieres-sarl-s55a): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 0561440 - [Sikorsky S-55A](https://openairdocs.org/model/sikorsky-s-55a): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 8141613 --- 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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